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AUD review: Western Union

While many currencies pulled ahead of the greenback, the Aussie dollar largely sat idle after weak data from China weighed. The Aussie eased off its highest level in close to a month after a key gauge of China manufactur…

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  • While many currencies pulled ahead of the greenback, the Aussie dollar largely sat idle after weak data from China weighed. The Aussie eased off its highest level in close to a month after a key gauge of China manufacturing contracted in March, slipping under 50 to 49.2, the weakest in 11 months. 

  • The slower the world's No. 2 economy fares, the more of a headwind it can put on Australia's economy, given the nations' close trade ties. 

  • Meanwhile, the Aussie's recent rebound might make the RBA more inclined to cut rates at a coming meeting to help its export geared economy. The next RBA meeting is set for April 7.

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