Reserve Bank of Australia Rate Decision — Schedule
The Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA) sets the Australian cash rate — its decisions drive AUDUSD, AUDJPY, NZDUSD (correlated), and the ASX 200.
About RBA Interest Rate
The RBA meets 8 times per year (down from 11 after the 2024 schedule change). Decisions release at 04:30 UTC on the first Tuesday of the month for scheduled meetings.
The decision is followed by a statement from the Governor and, on most meetings, a press conference — both can move AUDUSD materially.
The RBA's commentary on iron ore, China growth, and the domestic housing market often matters as much as the rate decision itself.
How RBA Interest Rate moves forex markets
- AUDUSD, AUDJPY, and AUDNZD see the largest immediate moves. NZDUSD typically follows AUDUSD within minutes.
- AUD is highly correlated with iron ore prices and the Chinese yuan — watch these alongside the RBA decision for confirmation or divergence signals.
Frequently asked questions
When is the next RBA meeting?
See the schedule above — the RBA meets 8 times per year, typically on the first Tuesday of the month. Decisions release at 04:30 UTC.