CURRENCY SPOTLIGHT / USD · CAD

US Dollar to Canadian Dollar

CAD news, in perspective. Follow USD/CAD, convert US and Canadian dollars, and explore the USD to CAD forecast.

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Latest source observation November 6, 2026

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USD/CAD

US Dollar / Canadian Dollar

Indicative rate

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1 US dollar in Canadian dollars

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THE TECHNICAL PICTURE

USD/CAD technicals

Oscillators and moving averages by timeframe.

Ratings change with the selected timeframe.

THE DAILY BRIEF

CAD today

Price observations & reported news

AUTOMATIC DAILY BRIEF Reference observation: November 6, 2026

USD/CAD rises 0.72% in the latest daily comparison

Between November 5, 2026 and November 6, 2026, the daily reference rate moved from 1.3966 to 1.4066 CAD per dollar. That represents a weaker Canadian dollar against the US dollar over this observation window.

Separately, fxstreet.com reported on November 6, 2026: Canadian Dollar remains steady as oil prices continue to recover

The report provides news context from its own publication time; it does not establish the cause of the reference-rate change above.

ECB reference rates via Frankfurter Rates checked: November 7, 2026, 04:45 UTCNews checked: November 7, 2026, 04:38 UTC

THE POLICY PICTURE

Bank of Canada at a glance

Official overnight rate target and decision schedule, checked hourly.

Explore Bank of Canada policy

Target for the overnight rate2.50%

Source observation: November 5, 2026 · checked November 7, 2026, 04:38 UTC

Next scheduled rate announcementDecember 9, 2026

Calendar date in Canada’s Eastern time zone; subject to changes.

A scheduled decision does not predict its outcome or the currency reaction.

Why it matters for USD/CADFed vs. Bank of Canada

Changes in expected US and Canadian interest rates influence yield differentials and demand for Canadian dollars.

Official policy rate feed Official decision calendar

Last successful calendar check: November 7, 2026, 04:38 UTC

PLAN THE WEEK AHEAD

USD/CAD weekly outlook

Conditional scenarios

RULES-BASED WEEKLY OUTLOOK November 2, 2026–November 6, 2026

USD/CAD closes below its 20-day average

The latest completed daily close is 1.4017, versus a 20-observation moving average of 1.4110. The prior completed week traded between 1.3970 and 1.4067. This describes observed price behaviour, not a prediction.

Range scenario

While price remains between 1.3949 and 1.4046, watch how it behaves around the weekly pivot at 1.4008.

Stronger dollar scenario

A sustained break above 1.4046 would favour the upside scenario. Returning below the pivot would weaken it.

Stronger Canadian dollar scenario

A sustained break below 1.3949 would favour the downside scenario. Recovering above the pivot would weaken it.

Policy event to monitor: BoC’s next scheduled decision is December 9, 2026. A schedule does not predict the decision or the currency reaction.

Yahoo Finance daily OHLC Last successful check: November 7, 2026, 04:38 UTCLatest completed candle: November 6, 2026

Recalculates with source updates. Trend is above/below the 20-day average using a 0.1% neutral band. Pivot = (prior-week high + low + final close) ÷ 3; S1 = 2 × pivot − high; R1 = 2 × pivot − low. In-progress daily candles are excluded. These are conditional technical scenarios, not an editorial forecast or guaranteed targets.

WEEKLY SUPPORT · S11.3949

If USD/CAD breaks lower

A sustained move below the calculated weekly pivot support would point to a firmer Canadian dollar. Watch whether the next daily observation confirms the move.

WEEKLY PIVOT · P1.4008

While the pair stays in range

Movement around the pivot suggests consolidation. Upcoming policy news and economic releases can help determine the next direction.

WEEKLY RESISTANCE · R11.4046

If USD/CAD breaks higher

A sustained move above the calculated weekly pivot resistance would point to a softer Canadian dollar. Watch for follow-through rather than relying on one quote.

Based on completed daily OHLC candles from October 26, 2026–October 30, 2026 (4 sessions). Pivot calculations are derived indicators, not guaranteed turning points.

THE HEADLINES BEHIND THE MARKET

Latest USD/CAD news

All USD/CAD news

The latest USD/CAD headlines from our news feed. Impact labels describe the direction of USD/CAD, not CAD on its own.

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THE BIGGER PICTURE

What moves the Canadian dollar?

Three forces worth keeping on your radar.

01 / MONETARY POLICY

The Fed vs. Bank of Canada

Changes in US and Canadian interest-rate expectations influence relative yields. Watch inflation, employment and guidance from both central banks.

Explore Bank of Canada policy

02 / COMMODITIES

Oil & export income

Energy exports connect Canada’s economy to oil prices. Changes in export revenue and investment can affect demand for Canadian dollars, alongside other market forces.

See commodity price indicators

03 / CROSS-BORDER ECONOMY

US trade & growth

Canada’s close trading relationship with the US links CAD to export demand and growth. Tariff decisions and trade uncertainty can change the outlook quickly.

See US–Canada trade data

A LITTLE MORE CLARITY

Your Canadian dollar questions,
answered.

Understand the rate before you exchange or trade.

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How much is 1 US dollar in Canadian dollars?+

The rate card shows an indicative USD/CAD exchange rate and its source timestamp. It tells you how many Canadian dollars one US dollar buys. Banks, brokers and transfer providers may add a spread and fees.

What is the USD to CAD forecast?+

The weekly outlook uses completed daily candles, a 20-day moving average and prior-week pivot levels to describe conditional USD to CAD forecast scenarios. It updates with source data and does not guarantee future exchange rates.

Is the Canadian dollar getting stronger or weaker?+

When USD/CAD falls, the Canadian dollar strengthens against the US dollar because fewer Canadian dollars buy one US dollar. When USD/CAD rises, the Canadian dollar weakens. The daily brief compares the latest two published reference observations.

Why is USD/CAD moving today?+

CAD news often focuses on Bank of Canada and Federal Reserve policy, inflation, employment, oil prices and US–Canada trade. The headlines above provide reported context. A price change alone does not prove which factor caused it.

How do I convert Canadian dollars to US dollars?+

Divide your Canadian dollar amount by the USD/CAD rate. To convert US dollars to Canadian dollars, multiply your US dollar amount by the rate. Switch the converter direction to calculate either way.

How do oil prices affect the Canadian dollar?+

Canada exports oil, so changes in energy prices can influence export income, investment and demand for Canadian dollars. The relationship varies over time; interest rates, trade and broader market conditions also affect USD/CAD.

How does the Bank of Canada affect CAD?+

The Bank of Canada sets a target for the overnight interest rate to help maintain price stability. Policy decisions and expectations can affect Canadian yields and the interest-rate gap with the US, influencing demand for CAD.

When does USD/CAD trade?+

The spot forex market generally trades from Sunday evening through Friday evening in US time. Broker hours and holiday conditions vary. Daily reference rates follow their own publication schedule; the TradingView chart uses a separate market feed.