澳元兌美元AUD/USD日內跌幅達1.00%，現報0.6877。

美聯儲理事巴爾：就業和勞動力增長似乎處於平衡狀態，但較低的招聘水平使勞動力市場容易受到衝擊。

U.S. President Donald Trump said he does not know if Washington is willing to pursue a deal with Iran, while asserting Tehran is seeking negotiations. Speaking at a cabinet meeting in Washington, Trump said Iran is “begging” for a deal and is in contact with the U.S., adding military operations are ahead of schedule and could conclude within four to six weeks. He warned of “very drastic” measures if disruptions persist, said U.S. forces are countering Iranian drones, and reiterated that Iran could reopen the Strait of Hormuz by agreeing to the “right deal.”