Audusd rises 0.48% amid weakening us housing market indicators and upcoming economic events

AUDUSD Analysis

Performance after Tuesday
Period	Pct	Chg	Momentum
Tuesday	0.48%	31.3 Pips
Week to-date	0.6%	39 Pips
June	0.9%	58 Pips

Upcoming key events (London Time)

Wed 02:30 AM AUD Monthly CPI Indicator (12-mth)
Wed 03:00 PM USD Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell testifies
Thu 01:30 PM USD GDP annual rate

What happened lately

In April 2025, the U.S. House Price Index recorded a decrease, falling to -0.4% from -0.1% in March, as reported by the Federal Housing Finance Agency (FHFA). This decline indicates a weakening in the housing market, a critical sector of the U.S. economy. A drop in house prices can influence consumer wealth and spending, potentially affecting broader economic conditions. The decreased index could signal an easing in inflationary pressures, offering the Federal Reserve some leeway in adjusting monetary policies.

On the other hand, the Australian Dollar to US Dollar (AUDUSD) exchange rate observed an increase of 0.48%, standing at 0.64883 on Tuesday. The upcoming economic events, such as the release of Australia’s Monthly CPI Indicator and speeches by U.S. Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell, along with the U.S. GDP annual rate announcement, are pivotal. These events could further influence investor sentiment and market dynamics. Australia’s CPI data is crucial in assessing inflationary trends, while Jerome Powell’s testimony may offer insights into future Fed policy directions. The U.S. GDP figure will provide a significant indication of the economic health, potentially swaying the USD’s strength.

The recent rise in AUDUSD to 0.64883 reflects investor reactions to current market conditions and anticipations of future economic moves in both countries. An easing in U.S. housing prices indicates potential fiscal relaxation, potentially weakening the USD, while the AUD maintains resilience. The currency pair might be influenced by upcoming high-impact economic releases. If the Australian CPI shows strong inflation, the AUD might strengthen further, whereas dovish commentary from Powell or disappointing GDP figures could apply additional pressure on the USD. Subsequently, traders and investors will keenly monitor these events for cues on an appropriate market response.

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What can we expect from AUDUSD today?

AUDUSD on Tuesday rose 0.48% to 0.64883. Price is above 9-Day EMA while Stochastic is rising.

Updated daily direction for AUDUSD looks bullish as the pair ended higher after Tuesday trading session.

Looking ahead for the day, immediate upside resistance level is R1 at 0.652 with break above could target R2 at 0.65517 or figure level area. While towards the downside, we are looking at daily low of 0.64554 as an important support. Break below this level could weaken the current bullish momentum. A break above 0.65194 may suggest continuation after recent positive movement.

For the week to-date, take note that AUDUSD is mixed as compared to the prior week.

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