Aussie, N.Z. Dollars Gain on Better-Than-Forecast Building Data
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The Australian and New Zealand dollars rose against their U.S. counterpart after data showed better-than-forecast building approvals for both countries.
Australia’s dollar gained against most of its major counterparts before reports tomorrow that may show China’s manufacturing strengthened, improving prospects for exports. Both South Pacific currencies were supported as Asian stocks and commodities increased.