What does AUD/USD mean?

Loading Market Trend ... The AUD/USD pair is the abbreviated term for the Australian dollar and the US dollar, nicknamed Aussie or the Aussie dollar. Before we get into the particulars, what exactly does the term AUD/USD mean?

Why is AUD a popular currency in Australia?

AUD/USD is the fourth most actively traded currency pair, representing around 7% of total forex market turnover. Its popularity is due, in part, to Australia’s political and economic stability, as well as the government’s limited interventions in the forex market. Despite this, it isn't one of the six currencies that form the US dollar index (DXY).

Why is the Aud a gross measure of market activity?

It is a gross measure of market activity because it indicates the pace at which a country's economy is growing or decreasing. Generally speaking, a high reading or a better than expected number is seen as positive for the AUD, while a low reading is negative.

What factors determine the AUD/USD exchange rate?

There are two main factors that determine the AUD/USD exchange rate: The Reserve Bank of Australia and Federal Reserve control the supply of money in the market to keep the economy on track. A dovish policy, also known as expansionary policy, weakens the currency as the monetary supply increases.