The Australian dollar faces a Trump tariff stress test

Gemma Crowe runs a swimwear brand but it's not just fashion trends she's tracking — she's also keeps a close eye on currency markets.

While Ms Crowe's label designs its swimwear in Australia and produces samples locally, its products are manufactured in several countries overseas.

And, while the United States isn't one of them, she's feeling the pinch from the recent slump in the Australian dollar against the greenback.

To know more: https://www.abc.net.au/news/2025-01-28/australian-dollar-us-exchange-rate-hit-trump-tariffs-china/104863080