RBA Governor Lowe is speaking as part of a panel, his comments reported here:

This remark:

  • it is legitimate to ask how effective monetary easing would be globally

And this one:

  • if everyone is easing, the effect on exchange rates is offset

are giving AUD a bit of a boost. Being read as making further easing from the RBA less likely. Or, at least providing an excuse to take out a few shorts.

Please note, if you are new to this monetary policy business, the RBA will be easing further.

RBA Governor Lowe is speaking as part of a panel, his comments reported here: