AUDUSD Surges as US Data Disappoints
The Australian Dollar (AUD) has strengthened against the US Dollar (USD), rising by 0.4283% on August 14, 2026, to reach 0.7082 in the AUDUSD pair.
This move reflects a complex interplay of factors, including softer US economic data and a cautious but hawkish Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA).
The Commerce Department reported a 0.6% decline in US retail sales for July, which was the largest drop since May 2025.