Trade EUR/AUD, euro vs the commodity dollar
EUR/AUD prices how many Australian dollars one euro buys. It sets the euro, a large importer's currency, against the Aussie, a commodity exporter's currency, which makes the pair a way to trade European news against Chinese demand and metal prices.
- 24/5 trading
- Buy or sell
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EUR/AUD
Spreads from, pips · Premium
1.0
About EUR/AUD
Euro vs Australian dollar
EUR/AUD often trends for long stretches because its two sides are driven by different cycles. The Aussie tends to strengthen when commodities rally and risk appetite is strong, pushing the pair lower; the euro tends to gain when markets turn defensive or the ECB turns more hawkish.
It is less liquid than the majors, so spreads are usually wider, especially outside the Asian and London sessions.
- MT5 symbol
- EURAUD
- Known as
- Euro–Aussie cross
- Pip size
- 0.0001
- Trading hours
- 24/5
- Central banks
- ECB and Reserve Bank of Australia
- Pip value (1 lot)
- A$10 per standard lot (about $6.50 at AUD/USD 0.6500)
- Character
- Trending, commodity-sensitive
What moves it
4 forces that drive EUR/AUD
ECB vs RBA
The rate gap between the euro area and Australia sets the medium-term trend.
Commodity prices
Rising iron ore and metals tend to support the Aussie and weigh on EUR/AUD.
China
Chinese growth data feeds directly into demand for Australian exports.
Risk sentiment
Risk-off episodes tend to lift EUR/AUD as the Aussie weakens.
When to trade
Best hours and key releases for EUR/AUD
Most active: The Asian session for Australian news and the London session for euro-area news.
| Session | GMT | UAE time |
|---|---|---|
| SydneyActive | 21:00–06:00 | 01:00–10:00 |
| TokyoActive | 00:00–09:00 | 04:00–13:00 |
| LondonActive | 07:00–16:00 | 11:00–20:00 |
| New York | 12:00–21:00 | 16:00–01:00 |
Releases that move EUR/AUD
- ECB rate decisionEight times a year.
- RBA rate decisionEight times a year.
- Euro-area flash HICPMonthly.
- Australian CPI and jobsMonthly.
- China PMIs and GDPMonthly and quarterly.
Spreads can widen and prices can gap around these releases. Check an economic calendar for exact dates and times.
Pricing
EUR/AUD spreads by account
Choose the account that fits your trading. The live EUR/AUD spread is always shown in MT5 before you place an order.
Classic
Spread-only, no commission
Spreads from
1.6 pips
- Commission
- None
- Min. deposit
- $100
Premium
Lower spreads, no commission
Spreads from
1.0 pips
- Commission
- None
- Min. deposit
- $3,000
VIP
Raw spreads plus commission
Spreads from
0.0 pips
- Commission
- $6 per 1.00 lot round turn, proportional to lot size
- Min. deposit
- $25,000
* Indicative typical spreads, may vary; last updated 28 September 2026. Spreads are variable and may widen during news releases and low-liquidity sessions. Commissions may apply depending on account type.
Leverage magnifies both gains and losses. Maximum leverage depends on the instrument, account type and your jurisdiction.
Get started
How to trade EUR/AUD on MT5
- 1
Open an account
Register online, verify your identity and choose Classic, Premium or VIP. - 2
Fund your account
Deposit with one of the available methods in the client portal. - 3
Find EURAUD in MT5
Log in to MetaTrader 5, open Market Watch and add EURAUD to see the live price and spread. - 4
Plan and place the trade
Set your position size and stop-loss, then choose Buy if you expect the pair to rise or Sell if you expect it to fall.
Risk warning: CFDs are complex instruments and come with a high risk of losing money rapidly due to leverage. Forex prices, including EUR/AUD, can move quickly against you, especially around news releases.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
What is the spread on EUR/AUD at IST Markets?
Spreads on IST Markets accounts start from 1.6 pips on Classic, 1.0 pips on Premium and 0.0 pips plus commission on VIP. The spread on EUR/AUD is variable and depends on market conditions; the live spread is always shown in MT5 before you trade. Cross pairs usually have wider spreads than the majors.
What is the pip value of EUR/AUD?
One pip on EUR/AUD is a price move of 0.0001. On one standard lot it is worth A$10 per standard lot (about $6.50 at AUD/USD 0.6500); a mini lot (0.10) is worth a tenth of that and a micro lot (0.01) a hundredth. Use the free pip calculator to work it out for your trade size.
What is the best time to trade EUR/AUD?
The pair trades 24 hours a day, Monday to Friday. It is usually most active during The Asian session for Australian news and the London session for euro-area news. Liquidity tends to be thinnest around the daily rollover and late on Fridays, when spreads can widen.
How do commodity prices affect EUR/AUD?
Australia is a major exporter of iron ore, coal and gas, so higher commodity prices tend to strengthen the Aussie and push EUR/AUD lower. Falling prices usually have the opposite effect.
Is EUR/AUD good for trend trading?
It often forms extended trends because its two sides respond to different economic forces. Spreads are wider than on the majors, which matters more for short-term trading.
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