The Australian dollar hit $0.71, reaching a five-week high amid rising hopes of a US-Iran peace deal, while investors weighed the Reserve Bank of Australia’s latest remarks. Deputy Governor Andrew Hauser stressed that inflation remains above the 2–3% target, and policymakers lack strong confidence that current interest rates are sufficiently restrictive. He noted that rates may need to rise further if necessary, particularly as the economy absorbs the inflationary impact of elevated oil prices tied to Middle East disruptions. Markets slightly raised the odds of a rate hike next month to 72% from 69% after Hauser’s remarks. First quarter inflation data, key labor market and consumer spending indicators are still due this month ahead of the decision. Meanwhile, the US and Iran signaled willingness to extend negotiations toward a longer-term ceasefire. This comes after prolonged weekend talks failed, prompting President Trump to announce a blockade on Iranian oil shipments.

The AUD/USD exchange rate rose to 0.7133 on April 15, 2026, up 0.11% from the previous session. Over the past month, the Australian Dollar has strengthened 0.87%, and is up by 11.97% over the last 12 months. Historically, the Australian Dollar reached an all time high of 1.49 in December of 1973. Australian Dollar - data, forecasts, historical chart - was last updated on April 15 of 2026.

The AUD/USD exchange rate rose to 0.7133 on April 15, 2026, up 0.11% from the previous session. Over the past month, the Australian Dollar has strengthened 0.87%, and is up by 11.97% over the last 12 months. The Australian Dollar is expected to trade at 0.71 by the end of this quarter, according to Trading Economics global macro models and analysts expectations. Looking forward, we estimate it to trade at 0.73 in 12 months time.



Crosses Price Day Year Date
AUDUSD 0.7142 0.0017 0.24% 12.11% Apr/15
EURAUD 1.6493 -0.0061 -0.37% -7.82% Apr/15
GBPAUD 1.8985 -0.0058 -0.30% -8.67% Apr/15
AUDNZD 1.2103 0.0031 0.26% 12.63% Apr/15
AUDJPY 113.4910 0.3520 0.31% 25.61% Apr/15
AUDCNY 4.8682 0.0158 0.33% 4.69% Apr/15
AUDCHF 0.5583 0.0019 0.34% 7.74% Apr/15
AUDCAD 0.9834 0.0024 0.25% 11.41% Apr/15
AUDMXN 12.3179 0.0204 0.17% -2.96% Apr/15
AUDINR 66.6204 0.2378 0.36% 22.14% Apr/15
AUDBRL 3.5607 -0.0066 -0.19% -4.65% Apr/15
AUDRUB 53.6838 -0.0224 -0.04% 1.54% Apr/15
AUDKRW 1,054.3524 5.2024 0.50% 16.95% Apr/15
AUDIDR 12,246.1290 44.9365 0.37% 14.41% Apr/15
AUDARS 975.2203 1.9796 0.20% 34.52% Apr/15
AUDCZK 14.7553 0.0511 0.35% 5.49% Apr/15
AUDDKK 4.5269 0.0127 0.28% 8.49% Apr/15
AUDHUF 220.3811 0.5455 0.25% -3.25% Apr/15
AUDMYR 2.8220 0.0072 0.25% 0.44% Apr/15
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Related Last Previous Unit Reference
United States Inflation Rate 3.30 2.40 percent Mar 2026
Australia Inflation Rate 3.70 3.80 percent Feb 2026
Australia Interest Rate 4.10 4.10 percent Apr 2026
United States Fed Funds Interest Rate 3.75 3.75 percent Mar 2026
United States Unemployment Rate 4.30 4.40 percent Mar 2026
Australia Unemployment Rate 4.30 4.10 percent Feb 2026

Australian Dollar
The AUDUSD spot exchange rate specifies how much one currency, the AUD, is currently worth in terms of the other, the USD. While the AUDUSD spot exchange rate is quoted and exchanged in the same day, the AUDUSD forward rate is quoted today but for delivery and payment on a specific future date.
Actual Previous Highest Lowest Dates Unit Frequency
0.71 0.71 1.49 0.48 1971 - 2026 Daily

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Australian Dollar Hits 4-week High
AUDUSD increased to 0.71, the highest since March 2026. Over the past 4 weeks, Australian Dollar US Dollar gained 0.72%, and in the last 12 months, it increased 12.25%.
2026-04-14
Aussie Dollar Hits 5-Week High
The Australian dollar hit $0.71, reaching a five-week high amid rising hopes of a US-Iran peace deal, while investors weighed the Reserve Bank of Australia’s latest remarks. Deputy Governor Andrew Hauser stressed that inflation remains above the 2–3% target, and policymakers lack strong confidence that current interest rates are sufficiently restrictive. He noted that rates may need to rise further if necessary, particularly as the economy absorbs the inflationary impact of elevated oil prices tied to Middle East disruptions. Markets slightly raised the odds of a rate hike next month to 72% from 69% after Hauser’s remarks. First quarter inflation data, key labor market and consumer spending indicators are still due this month ahead of the decision. Meanwhile, the US and Iran signaled willingness to extend negotiations toward a longer-term ceasefire. This comes after prolonged weekend talks failed, prompting President Trump to announce a blockade on Iranian oil shipments.
2026-04-14
Aussie Dollar Eases from 3-Week High
The Australian dollar weakened to below $0.703, easing from a three-week high as collapse of US–Iran peace talks and escalation around the Strait of Hormuz triggered a risk-off mood globally and strengthened the US dollar. The move followed US plans to restrict shipping through the Strait after failed weekend talks with Iran, driving oil prices higher and intensifying global inflation risks. The surge in energy costs reinforced expectations that central banks may delay rate cuts or even tighten further. In Australia, the RBA has already raised rates twice this year to 4.10%, and markets expect another hike in May and see rates near 4.65% by year-end. Caution now built ahead of labor market data this week after unemployment unexpectedly rose to a three-month high. The Aussie’s year-long rally against the kiwi also showed signs of peaking after the RBNZ turned more hawkish. Traders now look to RBA Deputy Governor Hauser’s remarks for signals on whether policy remains as hawkish as peers.
2026-04-13