AUD/USD Analysis for May 20, 2026: Area of Interest Holding, FOMC Minutes & Aussie Jobs Next



AUD/USD has been on a steady uptrend in the long-run but is pulling back sharply after touching multi-year highs. 

Two central banks are both leaning hawkish, though one appears to be hitting the breaks on tightening while the other is in the middle of a leadership transition.

This week’s Australian jobs report could either settle this story or add a new twist.