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AUD Weakens as Inflation Rises and US Tariffs Loom

2/13/2025

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The Australian Dollar (AUD) struggles amid heightened risk aversion and inflation expectations rising to 4.6%.
US tariffs on steel and aluminum could further weaken the AUD, as traders expect a potential rate cut from the Reserve Bank of Australia.
The US Dollar remains robust, bolstered by inflation data that supports stable interest rates, with Fed Chair Powell showing no immediate need for rate cuts.

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Story summary

The Australian Dollar (AUD) struggles amid heightened risk aversion and inflation expectations rising to 4.6%.
US tariffs on steel and aluminum could further weaken the AUD, as traders expect a potential rate cut from the Reserve Bank of Australia.
The US Dollar remains robust, bolstered by inflation data that supports stable interest rates, with Fed Chair Powell showing no immediate need for rate cuts.