NZD/USD remains steady due to risk appetite improvementsfor risk-sensitive currencies. The gains of the US Dollar could be limited due to the lower US Treasury yields. New Zealand’s ANZ-Roy Morgan Consumer Confidence decreased to 82.1 in April, reaching its lowest level since 2008. The New Zealand Dollar , known for its sensitivity to risk sentiment, gained momentum as risk appetite improved, supporting the NZD/USD pair.
On the Kiwi's side, Friday's ANZ-Roy Morgan Consumer Confidence slipped to 82.1 in April, from the previous reading of 86.4. This has marked its lowest level since 2008. Despite this decline, New Zealand's consumer confidence remains relatively elevated. Additionally, Stats NZ reported a trade surplus in March, driven by exports reaching a 10-month high while imports fell to a 2-month low.