Westpac Banking Corporation
February 12, 2026
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Strong US payroll data has delayed FOMC rate cut expectations, while the Australian Dollar surged to a three-year high.
Key Takeaways
- 1.The US January employment report significantly beat expectations with payroll growth double consensus, leading markets to push back rate cut expectations to July.
- 2.The Australian Dollar outperformed, reaching its highest level in over three years by establishing a foothold in the USD 0.71 range.
- 3.Oil prices rebounded as the US takes a harder line in negotiations with Iran, including considerations for seizing tankers.
Table of Contents
- Key themes
- Data snapshot
- Today's Insights
- Financial Markets
- Today's key data and events
- International Data
- Local Data
- Corporate Directory
- DISCLAIMER
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Authors
Ryan Wells
Securities
SPXCLAUDUSDXAUAS51
Themes
Aussie Dollar StrengthFOMC Pivot DelayGeopolitical Tension and Energy CostsUS Labor Market Resilience
Regions
North AmericaAsia PacificEuropeUnited StatesAustraliaJapan
