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USD to NZD 2025 Forecasts

Analysis of recent dollar → kiwi forecasts for 2025. We collate forecasts from respected FX analysts together with the latest US dollar to New Zealand dollar performance and trends.

 

The current exchange rate for USD to NZD is seeing significant pressure, with the rate hovering around 1.7310, marking a 30-day low and resting just below its 3-month average. Markets have been adjusting their expectations for the US dollar, particularly due to bets on upcoming Federal Reserve rate cuts. Recent analysts indicate a growing belief that the Fed will adopt a more dovish stance in 2026, following signals of slowing economic growth, particularly within manufacturing and consumer spending metrics. However, the robust labor market presents a counterpoint, complicating the outlook for the USD, which may limit its downside.

On the New Zealand side, the NZD has faced mixed movement due to fluctuating risk sentiment and a lack of significant domestic data. Analysts note that the Reserve Bank of New Zealand (RBNZ) recently cut its official cash rate to 2.25%, signaling the end of its easing cycle unless economic conditions worsen. While New Zealand experienced an uptick in inflation, reaching 3.0% in the third quarter, the new central bank leadership focuses on maintaining low and stable inflation, which could help provide a supportive backdrop for the NZD.

Moreover, external factors, such as broader market sentiment towards risk assets, continue to impact the NZD's performance. A prevailing risk-on mood has been driving fluctuations in the currency, creating further uncertainty for traders. Analysts observe that as global economic conditions stabilize, especially with improvements in equity markets, the NZD may find some support.

Overall, with substantial pressures on the USD expected to keep the exchange rate toward its recent lows, the USD's relative weakness against the NZD may persist as market participants remain alert to forthcoming economic releases that could reshape expectations. The intersection of these developments suggests that strategies involving USD to NZD might benefit from close monitoring of the Federal Reserve's upcoming announcements and any shifts in global risk sentiment.

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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 is at 30-day lows near 1.7310, just below its 3-month average, having traded in a relatively stable 7.1% range from 1.6698 to 1.7889
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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.

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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.

DateUSD/NZDChangePeriod
21 Nov 2025
1.7819
2.6% 2 Week
06 Sep 2025
1.6969
2.2% 3 Month
05 Dec 2024
1.7001
2% 1 Year
06 Dec 2020
1.4204
22.1% 5 Year
08 Dec 2015
1.5020
15.5% 10 Year
10 Dec 2005
1.4226
21.9% 20 Year
USD/NZD historic rates & change to 05-Dec-2025

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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