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AUD/USD Eyeing Resistance Above 0.6390, As November Hike Odds Firm

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AUD/USD sits slightly below session highs post the stronger than expected Q3 CPI print. We were last at 0.6380/85 after post data highs ran into resistance near 0.6390 (today's high is 0.6389). This is close to resistance at 0.6393 the Oct 18 high.

  • The pair is above the 20-day EMA (near 0.6365), while the 50-day sits at 0.6417.
  • RBA November tightening expectations have jumped to above 75% post the data. The chart below plots spot AUD/USD against the market projected 3month rate differential in 1yrs time with the US. This has risen sharply and is pointing to further AUD upside.
  • A counter point is generally subdued metal prices, see the green line on the chart. However, iron ore has firmed in light of fresh China fiscal stimulus.
  • Looking ahead, tomorrow's Senate testimony for RBA Governor Bullock takes renewed focus in light of today's data.

Fig 1: AUD/USD Versus AU-US Policy Rate Expectations & Base Metal Prices

Source: MNI - Market News/Bloomberg

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