Frequently Asked Questions
What is the pip value for NZD/USD?
One standard lot (100,000 units) on NZD/USD has a pip value of approximately $10.00. The minimum price increment (tick) is 0.00001. A pip is typically the fourth decimal place for this pair, meaning 1 pip = 0.0001 for most pairs.
What time is NZD/USD most active?
NZD/USD sees its highest trading volume during the Sydney session. As a major pair, it maintains good liquidity throughout all sessions, but activity peaks when both base and quote currency markets are open simultaneously.
What economic events affect NZD/USD most?
The most impactful events for NZD/USD come from the NZD and USD economies. US releases — non-farm payrolls, CPI, FOMC rate decisions, and GDP — are among the most market-moving events globally. A surprise in any of these can shift the pair 50–100 pips within minutes. RBNZ Official Cash Rate announcements and the Monetary Policy Statement are closely watched. Global dairy auction results (GDT Price Index) can also move the Kiwi meaningfully. The upcoming events section above lists the specific releases scheduled in the next two weeks.