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AUD/USD: News, Analysis & Educational Trade Ideas

Australian dollar / US dollar · latest OpenBook briefings, educational trade ideas and a plain-English guide to what moves this market.

What is AUD/USD?

AUD/USD is the exchange rate between the Australian dollar and the US dollar, showing how many US dollars one Australian dollar buys. Traders call it the "Aussie".

Australia is a large exporter of commodities such as iron ore, and China is a key customer, so the Aussie is often treated as a proxy for commodity demand and global growth.

What drives AUD/USD

  • Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA) policy versus the Federal Reserve.
  • Commodity prices and demand from China.
  • Australian jobs and inflation data, and US data releases.
  • Global risk appetite: the Aussie often weakens when markets turn risk-averse.

Trading hours and sessions

AUD/USD trades 24 hours a day on weekdays. It is active during the Sydney and Tokyo sessions, when Australian and Chinese data are released, and again during US hours.

Check live quotes on the OpenBook markets board. Hours shown in US Eastern Time (ET) and may shift around holidays and daylight-saving changes.

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AUD/USD FAQ

Why is AUD/USD linked to commodities?

Australia exports large volumes of raw materials, so commodity prices and demand from buyers such as China can influence the Australian dollar.

When is AUD/USD most active?

During Asian hours (Sydney and Tokyo), when local data is released, and during the US session.

Can US residents trade AUD/USD?

Yes, through a retail forex dealer or futures commission merchant that is registered with the CFTC and is a member of the NFA. US rules cap retail leverage at 50:1 on major currency pairs and 20:1 on other pairs, and CFDs are not available to US retail clients.

Are OpenBook AUD/USD trade ideas signals or investment advice?

No. OpenBook trade ideas are algorithmic, educational market ideas generated from public price data. They are not recommendations to buy or sell, do not consider your personal circumstances and are not investment advice. Some idea details are reserved for OpenBook Pro.