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Lowe's Comments To Grab Attention After Lack Of RBA Policy Pivot

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AUD/USD clawed back post-RBA losses on Tuesday, as firmer risk sentiment and an upswing in BBG Commodity Index lent support to Antipodean currencies. The rate attacked resistance from Jan 7 low of $0.7130 into the close.

  • The aforementioned resistance level has given way this morning. AUD/USD deals +10 pips at $0.7139, with bulls looking to a move through Jan 20 high of $0.7277. On the flip side, losses past Jan 28, 2021/Jul 16, 2020 lows of $0.6968/63 would provide a boon for bears.
  • The Reserve Bank announced the termination of its QE programme Tuesday, but pledged patience on interest rates, while it monitors inflation dynamics. The lack of evolution in forward guidance provided a dovish surprise.
  • RBA Gov Lowe will deliver an address to the National Press Club. His comments will be closely watched in the wake of Tuesday's announcement.
  • Elsewhere, Australia's building approvals & trade balance are due tomorrow, while the RBA's quarterly Statement on Monetary Policy will hit the wires on Friday.

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