AUD hits a three year high against the USD: ASX poised to open higher
25 Feb 2021 - Following positive leads from US markets, the ASX looks set to open higher this morning. In his second day of testimony to Congress, US Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell has pledged low rates until inflation exceeds 2% boosting confidence in US investors. The Australian dollar hit a fresh three-year high touching almost 80 US cents. The a2 Milk Company (ASX:A2M) experienced a challenging first half with NPAT down 35.1%.