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What is Carry Trade? - Definition & Explanation

Definition

A strategy that profits from the interest rate differential between two currencies.

Carry Trade Explained

A carry trade is a strategy where you borrow a low-interest currency and buy a high-interest currency, profiting from the interest rate differential (swap) over time. Popular pairs include AUD/JPY and NZD/JPY.

Carry Trade - Frequently Asked Questions

Popular carry trade pairs include AUD/JPY, NZD/JPY, and other high-yield vs low-yield combinations.