AUD/USD Weakens on US-Iran Deal Hopes and Soft Jobs Data

AUD/USD declined as improved prospects for a US-Iran nuclear deal boosted oil supply expectations, weighing on commodity-linked currencies while lifting safe-haven demand for the US dollar. The selloff in AUD was exacerbated by weaker-than-expected Australian jobs data, which reduced market expectations for imminent RBA rate hikes amid growing concerns over labor market softness. The US dollar found additional support from rising risk-off sentiment, as improved diplomatic outcomes in the Middle East narrowed the geopolitical risk premium and tightened US-Iran financial linkages. AUD/USD is particularly sensitive to shifts in global risk appetite, commodity prices, and RBA policy differentials, all of which turned negative in this instance. Traders will watch upcoming US CPI data and RBA commentary for signals on whether the dovish shift in Australia’s rate path is entrenched.

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