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Gulf Press > Business > Forex > Australian Dollar strengthens as People’s Bank of China indicates interest rate reductions for this year
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Australian Dollar strengthens as People’s Bank of China indicates interest rate reductions for this year

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Last updated: 2025/01/03 at 4:05 AM
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The Australian Dollar (AUD) has shown strength against the US Dollar (USD) in recent trading sessions, fueled by reports of a potential rate cut by the People’s Bank of China (PBoC) this year as stated by the Financial Times. This news has provided support for the AUD as any economic fluctuations in China, a significant trade partner of Australia, tend to impact Australian markets. The AUD has also recovered from two-year lows, buoyed by stronger commodity prices, particularly in Oil and Gold. Australia’s position as a major exporter of these key resources has benefited from these price gains.

Following the release of the Caixin Manufacturing Purchasing Managers’ Index (PMI) from China, the AUD received further support as the manufacturing sector continued to show growth. This positive report indicates a strengthening market and a continued expansion in output and demand for manufacturers. The AUD/USD pair experienced appreciation as a result, with notable gains seen in Oil and Gold stocks, including companies like Woodside Energy and Northern Star Resources.

On the other hand, the US Dollar Index (DXY) climbed to a new multi-year high of 109.56 following lower-than-expected Jobless Claims in the United States. This positive economic data has boosted the USD, with traders also closely monitoring President-elect Trump’s economic policies and the Federal Open Market Committee’s (FOMC) recent projections on rate cuts for 2025. Additionally, rising geopolitical tensions in the Middle East and ongoing conflicts like the Russia-Ukraine war are likely to support the USD as a traditional safe-haven currency in the near term.

Despite the recent strength of the AUD, technical analysis suggests that the AUD/USD pair remains within a descending channel on the daily chart, indicating a bearish outlook. However, the rebound of the 14-day Relative Strength Index (RSI) above the 30 level suggests a potential for a near-term upward correction, despite the prevailing downtrend. Resistance levels for the pair are marked by the nine-day and 14-day Exponential Moving Averages, with key resistance at the upper boundary of the descending channel around 0.6300.

In terms of key factors influencing the value of the Australian Dollar, interest rates set by the Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA) play a crucial role, alongside the price of key exports like Iron Ore, the health of the Chinese economy, inflation rates, and trade balance. The RBA’s decisions on interest rates can significantly impact the AUD, with high rates supporting the currency and vice versa. Additionally, the economic performance of China, Australia’s largest trading partner, and the price of Iron Ore, Australia’s primary export, are key drivers of the AUD’s value.

In conclusion, the Australian Dollar has shown resilience against the USD in recent trading sessions, supported by positive economic data from China and stronger commodity prices. While the USD remains strong on the back of favorable US economic indicators and geopolitical tensions, the AUD’s performance is influenced by a combination of factors including interest rates, exports, and trade balance. Amidst these dynamics, traders continue to monitor developments in both the Australian and global economies to assess the future trajectory of the AUD.

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