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Gulf Press > Business > Forex > Australia’s trade surplus narrows to $5,773 million in May, lower than the expected $6,678 million.
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Australia’s trade surplus narrows to $5,773 million in May, lower than the expected $6,678 million.

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Last updated: 2024/07/04 at 2:05 AM
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Australia’s trade surplus narrowed to 5,773M MoM in May, according to the latest Aussie foreign trade data published by the Australian Bureau of Statistics. This came in lower than the expected 6,678M and the previous reading of 6,548M. The details also show that Australia’s May Goods/Services Exports rose by 2.8% on a monthly basis, compared to -2.5% in the prior period, while Goods/Services Imports increased by 3.9% in May versus -7.2% in the previous reading. At press time, the AUD/USD pair is up 0.16% on the day, trading at 0.6716.

One of the key factors influencing the Australian Dollar (AUD) is the level of interest rates set by the Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA). Additionally, the price of Iron Ore, Australia’s largest export, plays a significant role in determining the value of the AUD. The health of the Chinese economy, as Australia’s largest trading partner, also has a direct impact on the Australian Dollar. Other factors include inflation in Australia, its growth rate, and the Trade Balance. Market sentiment, whether investors are taking on more risky assets or seeking safe-havens, also plays a part in influencing the AUD.

The RBA plays a crucial role in influencing the Australian Dollar by setting interest rates that impact borrowing costs in the economy. The central bank aims to maintain a stable inflation rate by adjusting interest rates accordingly. High interest rates compared to other major central banks support the AUD, while relatively low rates have the opposite effect. The RBA can also use quantitative easing or tightening to influence credit conditions, with quantitative easing being negative for the AUD and tightening being positive.

China’s economic health is closely linked to the Australian Dollar as it is Australia’s largest trading partner. Positive performance in the Chinese economy translates to increased demand for Australian exports, thereby boosting the value of the AUD. Conversely, any slowdown in Chinese growth can negatively impact the Australian Dollar. Changes in Chinese growth data often have a direct impact on the value of the Australian Dollar and its pairs in the foreign exchange market.

The price of Iron Ore, Australia’s primary export, directly impacts the value of the Australian Dollar. When the price of Iron Ore rises, there is an increase in demand for the AUD as buyers seek to purchase more Australian goods. This leads to a higher value for the currency. Conversely, a decrease in Iron Ore prices can have a negative impact on the Australian Dollar. Higher Iron Ore prices also contribute to a positive Trade Balance for Australia, which further strengthens the AUD.

The Trade Balance, which measures the difference between a country’s exports and imports, is another significant factor that influences the value of the Australian Dollar. A positive net Trade Balance, where a country earns more from exports than it spends on imports, can strengthen the currency. Australia’s highly sought-after exports contribute to a positive Trade Balance, which in turn supports the Australian Dollar. On the other hand, a negative Trade Balance can have the opposite effect on the value of the AUD.

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