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USD to AUD 2026 Forecasts

Analysis of recent dollar → aussie forecasts for 2026. We collate forecasts from respected FX analysts together with the latest US dollar to Australian dollar performance and trends.

 

USD/AUD Outlook: Bearish, as the rate is below its recent average and near recent lows due to multiple pressures on the USD.

Key drivers:

• Rate gap: The Federal Reserve may implement rate cuts in 2026, while the Reserve Bank of Australia is signaling potential interest rate hikes, widening the gap in monetary policy.

• Risk/commodities: High metals prices and strong demand for commodities are supporting the Australian dollar's strength.

• One macro factor: A surprising drop in Australia's unemployment rate has fueled expectations of rate hikes, further bolstering the AUD.

Range: The USD/AUD is likely to drift within its recent range, as it remains below its average and somewhat stagnant.

What could change it:

• Upside risk: A higher-than-expected core PCE price index could increase Fed rate hike speculations, potentially strengthening the USD.

• Downside risk: Renewed concerns about US-EU trade tensions may lead to further pressure on the USD, pushing the rate lower.

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USD to AUD Market Data

US dollar (USD) to Australian dollar (AUD) market data - latest interbank exchange rate, trend, chart & historic rates.

 
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USD to AUD is at 90-day lows near 1.4501, 4.1% below its 3-month average of 1.5116, having traded in a relatively stable 7.0% range from 1.4501 to 1.5518
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Compare & Save - US dollar to Australian dollar

Exchange rates can vary significantly between different currency exchange providers, so it's important to compare US dollar (USD) to Australian dollar (AUD) rates from different sources before making a conversion.

Use our USD to AUD calculator to see how much you could save on your international money transfers. makes it easy to compare the Total Cost you are being charged on Dollar to Aussie currency rates and the possible savings of using various providers.

 
 

Will the US dollar rise against the Australian dollar?

This is always a difficult question as exchange rates are influenced by many factors, so a good method to consider the US dollar vs Australian dollar current value is to look the USD/AUD historic rate and change over a range of periods.

The following table looks at the change in the USD to AUD exchange rate over periods from the previous week back to the last 10 years.

It is almost impossible to predict what an exchange rate will do in the future, the best approach is to monitor the currency markets and transact when an exchange rate moves in your favour.

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Forecasts disclaimer: Please be advised that the forecasts and analysis of market data presented on BestExchangeRates.com are solely a review and compilation of forecasts from various market experts and economists. These forecasts are not meant to reflect the opinions or views of BestExchangeRates.com or its affiliates, nor should they be construed as a recommendation or advice to engage in any financial transactions. Read more