The AUD/JPY (AUDJPY) is one of the world's most actively traded cross-currency pairs, representing the exchange rate between the Australian dollar (AUD), commonly known as the "Aussie," and the Japanese yen (JPY). Widely recognized as a barometer of global risk sentiment, AUDJPY is one of the most popular currency pairs for carry trade strategies and macroeconomic trading.
The AUD/JPY exchange rate is primarily influenced by monetary policy decisions from the Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA) and the Bank of Japan (BoJ), interest rate differentials, commodity prices, Chinese economic data, Japanese government bond yields, and overall market risk appetite. Because the Australian dollar is closely linked to global growth and commodities while the Japanese yen is traditionally viewed as a safe-haven currency, AUDJPY often reflects shifts between risk-on and risk-off sentiment in global financial markets.
This page provides AUD/JPY forecasts, technical analysis, economic calendar events, key support and resistance levels, forward points, margin data, market statistics, and regularly updated trading insights.
AUD/JPY (AUDJPY)
The AUD/JPY exchange rate is primarily influenced by monetary policy decisions from the Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA) and the Bank of Japan (BoJ), interest rate differentials, commodity prices, Chinese economic data, Japanese government bond yields, and overall market risk appetite. Because the Australian dollar is closely linked to global growth and commodities while the Japanese yen is traditionally viewed as a safe-haven currency, AUDJPY often reflects shifts between risk-on and risk-off sentiment in global financial markets.
This page provides AUD/JPY forecasts, technical analysis, economic calendar events, key support and resistance levels, forward points, margin data, market statistics, and regularly updated trading insights.
Trading Specifications AUDJPY
ℹ INFO
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Symbol | AUD/JPY (AUDJPY) |
| Asset Class | Major Forex Cross Currency Pair |
| Base Currency | Australian Dollar (AUD / Aussie) |
| Quote Currency | Japanese Yen (JPY) |
| Min. Price Increment | 0.01 (1 pip) |
| Trading Hours | 24 hours, Monday–Friday |
| Most Active Trading Period | 00:00–09:00 UTC (Asian session), with additional activity during the London open |
| Key Market Drivers | RBA decisions, Bank of Japan policy, interest rate differentials, Chinese economic data, commodity prices, global risk sentiment |
| Correlation | Generally rises during risk-on markets and falls during risk-off periods as demand for the Japanese yen increases |
Marginal Data AUDJPY
Margin
$650000
2026-07-30
Point Cost
$2000.00
per 1 pp
Points
325 pp
margin / cost
Economic Calendar (High Impact Events) AUD/JPY
Current Week (27.07–02.08)
| Time | Event | Cur. | Actual | Forecast | Prev. | Eff. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 31.07 02:30 | Tokyo CPI excl. Food and Energy y/y | JPY | 1.7% | 1.9% | — | |
| 31.07 02:50 | Retail Sales m/m | JPY | -1.5% | 1.9% | — | |
| 31.07 05:30 | BoJ Interest Rate Decision | JPY | 1.0% | — | ||
| 31.07 09:30 | BoJ Press Conference | JPY | — | |||
| 28.07 08:00 | BoJ Trimmed Mean Core CPI y/y | JPY | 2.7% | 2.7% | 2.7% | — |
| 28.07 08:00 | BoJ Weighted Median Core CPI y/y | JPY | 1.5% | 1.7% | 1.4% | — |
| 29.07 04:30 | CPI q/q | AUD | 0.6% | 1.1% | 1.4% | — |
| 29.07 04:30 | CPI y/y | AUD | 3.9% | 5.1% | 4.1% | — |
🎯 Key Levels (Pivot Points) Aussie Yen
R3
115.08766
115.08766
R2
114.70633
114.70633
R1
114.18066
114.18066
Pivot
113.79933
113.79933
S1
113.27366
113.27366
S2
112.89233
112.89233
S3
112.36666
112.36666
🔴 Close (113.655) below Pivot (113.79933). Bears in control on Open 30.07.2026
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Latest News AUDJPY
30.07.2026
Japan Earthquake Insurance Claims May Exceed $1.1 Billion, BI Estimates
Insurance claims from this week’s earthquake in Japan may top the 175 billion yen ($1.1 billion) average for the country’s six previous major tremors, Bloomberg Intelligence estimated.
30.07.2026
Japan’s Two-Year Bond Sale Draws Weaker Demand on Rate Hike Bets
Japan’s two-year government bond auction Thursday saw lower demand than the 12-month average amid growing expectations of central bank tightening.
30.07.2026
Chubu and Tokyo Electric Slide as High Fuel Costs Curb Profits
Chubu Electric Co. and Tokyo Electric Power Co. shares fell after the Japanese utilities said their quarterly earnings were impacted by surging fuel costs, which coincided with the end of a power supply agreement.
30.07.2026
Japan’s Takaichi Calls for Food Sales Tax Cut to 1% for 2 Years
Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi has decided to temporarily cut the sales tax on food and soft drinks to 1% from April next year, a top executive in the ruling party said, in a sign the premier is moving ahead with a key pledge after months of political deadlock.
29.07.2026
Japan Trims Its Economic Outlook as Oil Prices Weigh on Growth
Japan lowered its economic growth forecast for the current fiscal year, reflecting expectations that higher oil prices driven by tensions in the Middle East will weigh on domestic demand and add urgency to Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi’s efforts to address rising costs of living.
FAQ Australian Dollar vs Japanese Yen
What is AUD/JPY (AUDJPY)?
AUD/JPY is the exchange rate between the Australian dollar and the Japanese yen. It is one of the most actively traded Forex cross pairs and is widely used to measure global market risk sentiment.
Why is AUD/JPY called a risk sentiment pair?
The Australian dollar usually benefits from global economic growth and higher commodity prices, while the Japanese yen tends to strengthen during periods of uncertainty. As a result, AUD/JPY often reflects shifts between risk-on and risk-off markets.
What is a carry trade and why is AUD/JPY popular for it?
A carry trade involves buying a higher-yielding currency and selling a lower-yielding one to earn the interest rate differential. AUD/JPY has historically been one of the most popular carry trade pairs because Australian interest rates have often been higher than Japanese rates.
What moves the AUD/JPY exchange rate?
AUD/JPY is mainly influenced by Reserve Bank of Australia and Bank of Japan decisions, interest rate expectations, Chinese economic data, commodity prices, and overall investor risk appetite.
When is AUD/JPY most active?
Trading activity is typically highest during the Asian session, particularly when Australian and Japanese economic data is released, with additional liquidity during the London market open.
Can technical analysis be used to trade AUD/JPY?
Yes. Traders frequently use support and resistance levels, moving averages, RSI, MACD, and trend analysis while also monitoring central bank policy and changes in global risk sentiment.
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