Trading Specifications
Contract Size
100,000
Min Lot Size
0.01
Max Lot Size
50.00
Lot Step
0.01
Digits
5
Margin
1%
Swap Long
0.78 pts
Swap Short
-11.42 pts
AUD/CAD is a minor forex pair representing the exchange rate between the Australian Dollar and the Canadian Dollar. This pair attracts traders seeking exposure to two commodity-linked economies—Australia's strength in metals and agriculture, and Canada's dependence on energy exports. With daily trading volumes in the billions, AUD/CAD offers solid liquidity and is favored by swing traders and position traders exploring cross-currency opportunities beyond major pairs.
The price of AUD/CAD is influenced by diverging monetary policies from the Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA) and the Bank of Canada (BoC), commodity price cycles (particularly metals for Australia and oil for Canada), and broader risk sentiment in global markets. Interest rate differentials between the two central banks play a crucial role, as do employment data, inflation trends, and GDP growth in both economies. Geopolitical events affecting commodity demand can also create significant volatility in this pair.
At GCC Brokers, AUD/CAD is available on both our Zero and Standard accounts with STP execution and no dealing desk intervention. This ensures transparent pricing, tight spreads, and direct market access to top-tier liquidity providers. Our A-Book model guarantees that your orders flow directly to the interbank market, eliminating conflicts of interest and delivering fair execution on every trade.
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