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THE Australian dollar is barely keeping its head above 84 US cents after disappointing economic growth figures.
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THE Aussie dollar has dropped below 84 US cents for the first time since 2010, following disappointing GDP figures released this morning.
Australian dollar dips below 85c
THE Australian dollar has slipped back below 85 US cents amid a stronger US dollar and uncertainty about the Reserve Bank’s next move.
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THE Australian dollar has bounced back above 85 US cents, boosted by a weaker greenback.
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THE Australian dollar is under pressure against a stronger greenback.
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THE Australian dollar is lower after the European Central Bank reaffirmed its commitment to jump start the region’s economy.
Australian dollar at 85.4c
THE Australian dollar has bounced from a four-year low thanks mainly to US dollar weakness.
Australian dollar below 86c
THE Australian dollar is weaker after a Reserve Bank official hinted at another rate cut.
Australian dollar down
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Australian dollar higher
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