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USD to NZD 2026 Forecasts

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

 

USD/NZD Outlook: Bearish, as the rate is below its recent average and near recent lows, pressured by multiple factors.

Key drivers:

  • Rate gap: The Federal Reserve is expected to implement more rate cuts, while the Reserve Bank of New Zealand is considering tightening, widening the interest rate differential in favor of the NZD.
  • Risk/commodities: Ongoing geopolitical tensions, particularly U.S. military actions, have weakened the USD, making it less attractive for investors.
  • One macro factor: New Zealand's annual consumer inflation has surged, prompting expectations of a potential interest rate hike by the Reserve Bank of New Zealand.

Range: The USD/NZD could drift lower as it remains within the recent 3-month range.

What could change it:

  • Upside risk: A sudden improvement in U.S. economic data could strengthen the USD.
  • Downside risk: Continued geopolitical instability or additional Fed rate cuts could weigh further on the USD.

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USD to NZD Market Data

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

 
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USD to NZD at 1.6609 is 4.3% below its 3-month average of 1.7347, having traded in a fairly volatile 8.7% range from 1.6457 to 1.7889
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Compare & Save - US dollar to New Zealand dollar

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

Use our USD to NZD 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 Kiwi currency rates and the possible savings of using various providers.

 
 

Will the US dollar rise against the New Zealand 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 New Zealand dollar current value is to look the USD/NZD historic rate and change over a range of periods.

The following table looks at the change in the USD to NZD 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.

To help with this you can add USD/NZD to your personalised Rate Tracker to track and benefit from currency movements.

 
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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