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The New Zealand Dollar (NZD) shows a slight rise in upward momentum. It might test the 0.5785 level, but the resistance at 0.5800 is deemed unlikely to be reached soon.
In the short term, NZD traded between 0.5752 and 0.5778 despite expectations for a broader range. However, it is anticipated that the NZD could test 0.5785, with support levels at 0.5760 and 0.5750.
Medium Term Momentum
For the medium term, the momentum increase requires the NZD to close above 0.5800 for further growth. The probability of achieving this is not high, but as long as the support level, now adjusted to 0.5730, holds, there is potential.
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Based on the current outlook for NZD/USD, we see a slight upward pressure, but it appears to be limited. The key level to watch is 0.5800, which is a significant resistance that the pair is unlikely to break in the immediate future. This suggests a strategy that benefits from a modest rise or range-bound trading rather than a strong directional bet.
Domestic and International Factors
This upward momentum is supported by recent domestic data, as New Zealand’s Q3 2025 CPI, released last week, came in slightly above expectations at 3.1% year-over-year. This persistence in inflation suggests the Reserve Bank of New Zealand may maintain its hawkish stance on the Official Cash Rate for longer. Historically, a firm central bank policy has been supportive of the Kiwi dollar, as we saw during periods in 2023.
On the other side of the pair, the US Dollar is not showing significant strength, providing room for the NZD to climb. The latest US Non-Farm Payrolls report from early October showed job growth of 175,000, just missing forecasts and indicating a cooling labor market. This gives the Federal Reserve reason to remain patient, capping potential US Dollar upside for now.
Given the strong resistance at 0.5800, selling call options with a strike price at or just above that level could be a viable strategy over the next few weeks. This approach would generate income from the premium collected as long as NZD/USD fails to close decisively above that ceiling. The main risk to this view would be a break below the newly established strong support at 0.5730.
For those using more leveraged instruments like futures, it would be prudent to place tight stop-loss orders. A tactical long position could be initiated near the current support levels around 0.5760, with a clear exit strategy if the price moves below 0.5730. The target for such a trade would be the 0.5785 area, as a move toward 0.5800 is considered less likely.
We have seen this pair struggle with the 0.5800 handle before, particularly during the consolidation phases of late 2023. That level has often acted as a psychological and technical barrier, rejecting upward attempts multiple times. This historical price action reinforces the view that a sustained breakout is unlikely without a new, significant catalyst.
