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Please note that all rates shown are midpoint indicative rates.
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The New Zealand Dollar to US Dollar (NZD/USD) exchange rate is one of the most widely traded currency pairs in the Pacific region. Often influenced by global economic trends, commodity prices, interest rate differentials, and investor sentiment, this pair plays a pivotal role in international trade and cross-border financial transactions.
Historically, the NZD to USD exchange rate has been volatile, reflecting the small, open nature of New Zealand’s economy and its exposure to global market fluctuations. Over the past two decades, the NZD/USD has typically traded within a range of 0.48 to 0.88, with key highs and lows driven by macroeconomic events
For Individuals: Whether you're planning to move overseas, pay for overseas tuition, buy property abroad, or support family living in the US or New Zealand, the NZD to USD transfer rate can significantly affect the value of your transaction. A small difference in the exchange rate can equate to hundreds or thousands of dollars gained or lost.Direct FX helps individuals lock in favourable rates and avoid excessive bank fees, making personal transfers both efficient and cost-effective.
For Businesses: Importers and exporters are especially vulnerable to exchange rate fluctuations. A New Zealand company importing from the US, for example, may face higher costs if the NZD weakens. On the flip side, exporters benefit from a weaker NZD, as their goods become more competitive in the US market. Hedging strategies, forward contracts, and expert guidance from Direct FX can help businesses manage risk, protect margins, and plan confidently.
10:45am NZD Retail Sales q/q
Forecast 0.10% Previous 0.80%
All Day GBP Bank Holiday
8:00pm EUR German ifo Business Climate
Forecast 88.7 Previous 88.6
2:00am USD New Home Sales
Forecast 635K Previous 627K
12:30am USD Core Durable Goods Orders m/m
Forecast 0.30% Previous 0.20%
12:30am USD Durable Goods Orders m/m
Forecast -3.80% Previous -9.40%
2:00am USD CB Consumer Confidence
Forecast 96.3 Previous 97.2
2:00am USD Richmond Manufacturing Index
Forecast -17 Previous -20
6:30am CAD BOC Gov Macklem Speaks
1:30pm AUD CPI y/y
Forecast 2.30% Previous 1.90%
No Releases.
12:30am USD Prelim GDP q/q
Forecast 3.10% Previous 3.00%
12:30am USD Unemployment Claims
Forecast 231K Previous 235K
12:30am USD Prelim GDP Price Index q/q
Forecast 2.00% Previous 2.00%
2:00am USD Pending Home Sales m/m
Forecast -0.30% Previous -0.80%
10:00am USD FOMC Member Waller Speaks
11:30am JPY Tokyo Core CPI y/y
Forecast 2.60% Previous 2.90%
All Day EUR German Prelim CPI m/m
Forecast 0.00% Previous 0.30%
7:00pm EUR Spanish Flash CPI y/y
Forecast 2.80% Previous 2.70%
12:30am CAD GDP m/m
Forecast 0.20% Previous -0.10%
12:30am USD Core PCE Price Index m/m
Forecast 0.30% Previous 0.30%
2:00am USD Revised UoM Consumer Sentiment
Forecast 58.6 Previous 58.6
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