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Liam Dann: Why the big fall in inflation isn’t as good as it looks (and is Taylor Swift to blame?)

Westpac economists highlight the Swiftflation effect, BNZ urges RBNZ to shake it off.

Inflation falls to lowest rate since June 2021 - annual rate now 4 per cent

Inflation falls in March quarter.

How far has inflation fallen? Economists place their bets

Quarterly Consumer Price Index data will give us a read on the inflation fight.

When should you pay off the mortgage, and when should you invest?

OPINION: There are advantages and disadvantages regarding this perennial question.

Fruit and veges lead the way as food prices continue to fall

Latest Stats NZ data show fruit and vege prices fell 13.3 per cent over the past year.

Inflation under control by end of the year says RBNZ, market prices in first rate cut by August

No change for OCR but economists warn RBNZ tone remains 'hawkish'.

Inside Economics: Why are falling prices bad news? And the RBNZ’s plan to save cash

OPINION: Liam Dann answers your questions on the quirks and intricacies of economics.

OCR preview: Cuts coming but no 'game changer' from RBNZ this week

Markets will be alert for any clues to how the RBNZ is viewing inflation.

Govt warned against borrowing to fund tax cuts by IMF - says it could fuel inflation

The international organisation says the Government's purse strings need to be tightened.

Food prices are falling, but inflation marches on - Liam Dann

OPINION: Cheaper veges won't be enough for the Reserve Bank to cut rates any time soon.

Migration records continue to tumble, with more arrivals... and NZ departures

New figures show the immigration boom showed few signs of abating in January.

Fruit and vege prices plummet 9 per cent in past year ... but price of eating out soars

New inflation data shows price rises are easing.

Deal broken: Property investors to get slightly less tax relief than promised

The interest limitation rule is set to start being phased out during the next tax year.

Shrinkflation 101: The economics of smaller groceries

New York Times: Companies are downsizing products without downsizing prices.

Liam Dann: Why do we always have to suffer through this OCR pain?

Is there any good news on the horizon for mortgage holders?

What does the Reserve Bank’s official cash rate review mean for my mortgage?

ANALYSIS: Mortgage rate cuts seem more likely than hikes.