International Merchandise Trade Statistics: Trade Balance: Commodities for Australia

Australian Dollar, Monthly, Not Seasonally Adjusted

XTNTVA01AUM664N • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)

Latest Value

6,907,000,000.00

Year-over-Year Change

-34.48%

Date Range

1/1/1955 - 6/1/2025

Summary

The Australian Dollar, Monthly, Not Seasonally Adjusted series tracks the value of the Australian dollar in U.S. dollar terms on a monthly basis. This key exchange rate measure is closely watched by economists and policymakers to assess Australia's international trade and competitiveness.

Analysis & Context

This economic indicator provides valuable insights into current market conditions and economic trends. The data is updated regularly by the Federal Reserve and represents one of the most reliable sources for economic analysis.

Understanding this metric helps economists, policymakers, and investors make informed decisions about economic conditions and future trends. The interactive chart above allows you to explore historical patterns and identify key trends over time.

About This Dataset

The Australian Dollar, Monthly, Not Seasonally Adjusted series provides the spot exchange rate between the Australian dollar and the U.S. dollar on the last business day of each month. This helps analysts monitor trends in Australia's international trade, capital flows, and macroeconomic conditions.

Methodology

The data is collected by the U.S. Federal Reserve from foreign exchange markets.

Historical Context

The Australian dollar exchange rate is a crucial input for understanding Australia's economic performance and policy decisions.

Key Facts

  • The Australian dollar is the 5th most traded currency globally.
  • Australia is the 13th largest economy in the world by nominal GDP.
  • The Australian dollar has fluctuated between $0.60 and $0.80 USD since 2015.

FAQs

Q: What does this economic trend measure?

A: The Australian Dollar, Monthly, Not Seasonally Adjusted series tracks the value of the Australian dollar in U.S. dollar terms on the last business day of each month.

Q: Why is this trend relevant for users or analysts?

A: This exchange rate measure is closely watched by economists and policymakers to assess Australia's international trade, capital flows, and macroeconomic performance.

Q: How is this data collected or calculated?

A: The data is collected by the U.S. Federal Reserve from foreign exchange markets.

Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?

A: The Australian dollar exchange rate is a crucial input for understanding Australia's economic performance and policy decisions.

Q: Are there update delays or limitations?

A: The data is released monthly with no significant update delays.

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Citation

U.S. Federal Reserve, Australian Dollar, Monthly, Not Seasonally Adjusted (XTNTVA01AUM664N), retrieved from FRED.