Australian dollar Market Update, Chart & History

AUD Market Update

17 Apr 2026 • 00:28 GMT

The Australian dollar (AUD) has recently gained against the US dollar, trading at around 0.7158. This is about 2.2% above its three-month average and near its 7-week high. The move comes as risk sentiment improves, helped by geopolitical developments like a ceasefire easing tensions in energy markets. The rally is also supported by a weaker US dollar, which has been trending lower near six-week lows due to a slowdown in safe-haven demand.

While the AUD has pushed above 0.7100, some caution remains as traders await Australian employment data, which could influence the currency further. Resistance levels around 0.7170 are key to watch for any continued upside. Overall, the AUD’s recent strength reflects improved risk appetite and the US dollar’s softening trend, but upcoming economic data and global events could still impact the pair’s direction.

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Near-term bias: 🔴 Mild downside

Expected range: 0.7050 – 0.7170

Dominant driver: 🌍 Global risk sentiment

3-month trend: 🟢 Uptrend

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Australian dollar to US dollar - AUD/USD Trend

AUD to USD at 0.7158 is 2.2% above its 3-month average of 0.7001, having traded in a relatively stable 7.4% range from 0.6673 to 0.7170

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