NZD/USD news for September 22, 2026
The New Zealand dollar is trading near a two-month low against the US dollar around 0.5700, with pressure linked to the US yield advantage and expectations for a gradual RBNZ rate path alongside geopolitical tensions. Hawkish RBNZ pricing has been noted as a supporting factor for the kiwi, while RBNZ's Breman and other central bankers have flagged firmer near-term inflation risks tied in part to higher oil prices.
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The reading that day
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The reading through the day
- 00:00Neutral
- 02:23Bullish
- 03:48Weak bearish
- 07:13Neutral
- 09:18Weak bullish
- 22:59Bearish
Headlines (8)
First seen on September 22
- New Zealand Dollar slips amid gradual RBNZ rate hike outlook, geopolitical tensionsFXStreet
- RBNZ's Breman says higher oil prices point to firmer near-term inflationInvestingLive
- investingLive Asia-Pacific market news: Central bankers flag inflation risksInvestingLive
- NZD/USD: US Yield Advantage Keeps Pressure on the KiwiInvesting.com
- New Zealand Dollar: Hawkish RBNZ pricing supports kiwi – MUFGFXStreet
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Scheduled events
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| Event | Forecast | Currency |
|---|---|---|
| Tuesday, September 22 | ||
| ADP Weekly Employment Change | USD | |
| President Trump Speaks | USD | |
| Richmond Manufacturing Index | 2 | USD |
| FOMC Member Williams Speaks | USD | |
| FOMC Member Jefferson Speaks | USD | |
| FOMC Member Barkin Speaks | USD | |
| API Weekly Statistical Bulletin | USD | |
| Wednesday, September 23 | ||
| Flash Manufacturing PMI | 53.6 | USD |