PremiumPremiumBusinessInside Economics: Orr goes to Washington; why markets love low interest ratesOPINION: Liam Dann takes a deeper dive into the week's economic news.22 Oct 10:05 PM
BusinessReserve Bank may cut cash rate by 75 basis points, but is it justified?Financial markets are pricing in a 20% chance of a 75-basis-point cut.21 Oct 11:55 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionGreg Smith: Why the RBNZ has to cut the OCR by at least 0.75%OPINION: Our economic data is dire, and the RBNZ must take drastic steps.20 Oct 10:58 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionHeather du Plessis-AllanHeather du Plessis-Allan: Cut the crap – the Reserve Bank has stuffed upOPINION: If the Reserve Bank over-squeezes the economy, Kiwis lose their jobs.19 Oct 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumEditorialEditorial: Time to keep a close eye on bank ratesOPINION: Interest rates are falling for borrowers and savers.17 Oct 04:00 PM
BusinessEconomists warn of lasting economic changes after New Zealand’s high inflation‘Never seen such a sustained period of financial stress.’16 Oct 07:14 PM
PremiumPremiumBusinessLiam Dann: What the inflation fall means for interest ratesNew inflation data may clear a path for more aggressive interest rate cuts.16 Oct 03:30 AM
PremiumPremiumBusinessWhat to consider when picking a home loan rateThe OCR cut of 50bps is great for interest rates, but what does it mean for buyers?16 Oct 01:36 AM
Business'End of crushing price rises' as inflation fallsInflation was down significantly in the latest quarter.15 Oct 09:49 PM
PremiumPremiumBusinessInside Economics: Will RBNZ consider a 75bps mega-cut ... and RIP inflation?OPINION: Is the economy really so bad it requires a radical response?15 Oct 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumBusinessInflation preview: Annual price rises expected to be below 3% for first time since 2021While the price of imported goods has fallen, domestic inflation remains too high.14 Oct 04:00 PM
BusinessTwo major banks make big cuts to home loan ratesMore relief for mortgage-holding homeowners.14 Oct 04:37 AM
PremiumPremiumBanking and financeBetter times ahead? NZ yield curve points to improved outlookNew Zealand's yield curve has continued to steepen after the RBNZ's rate cut this week.11 Oct 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumEditorialEditorial: The war on inflation has been won... but at what cost?OPINION: As price stability returns, it's up to us to grow the economy.10 Oct 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumBanking and financeWill savers be stung more than borrowers benefit from falling interest rates?Banks could profiteer from the changing interest rate environment.09 Oct 11:17 PM
Banking and finance'Double whammy': OCR cut delivers mortgage relief but potential job losses dampen moodInterest rates are now expected to drop steeply into the new year.09 Oct 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionLiam DannChorus of OCR cut cheer drowns out message of tough times ahead – Liam DannOPINION: Central banks don't slash rates unless economies are in serious trouble.09 Oct 03:45 AM
PremiumPremiumRetailHow are retailers reacting to the OCR decision?Retailers have shared their excitement about the OCR cut right in time for Christmas.09 Oct 03:17 AM
PremiumPremiumBusinessRBNZ cuts OCR: How the market reactedNZ stocks rallied after the Reserve Bank cut its key interest rate by half a point.09 Oct 02:33 AM
PremiumPremiumAnalysisJenée TibshraenyRBNZ pays Crown whopper $600m dividend, but there's a catchThe Reserve Bank gives with one hand, but takes with the other.09 Oct 02:15 AM
Business'Brighter days ahead': Reserve Bank cuts OCR by 50 basis points to 4.75%, banks cut interest ratesFuture changes to the OCR 'would depend on its evolving assessment of the economy'.09 Oct 02:03 AM
Markets with Madison‘Mojo still wobbly’: Why executives want more rate cuts'It's tough out there': Mainfreight's Don Braid and Deloitte's Mike Horne weigh in.06 Oct 06:00 PM
PremiumPremiumMood of the BoardroomHard or soft landing? Business leaders assess NZ's economyBusiness leaders were asked whether we have achieved a 'soft landing'.02 Oct 04:00 PM
Mood of the BoardroomKiwiSaver, NZ Super Fund role grows in retirement savings debateThe NZ Super Fund hits $76b and KiwiSaver now has 3.25 million members.02 Oct 03:59 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionDuncan BridgemanCEOs optimistic despite tough economic backdropOpinion: Further OCR cuts should help spur some economic growth.02 Oct 03:59 PM
BusinessInside Economics: The water-powered hydraulic computer built in 1949A live demonstration of the only working MONIAC in the Southern Hemisphere in the Reserve Bank Museum & Education Centre in Wellington. Video / RBNZWatch10 Sep 05:00 PM
Markets with MadisonReserve Bank deputy governor says NZ rate hikes had intended effectDeputy Governor says its plan has largely worked - with some surprises.08 Sep 07:00 PM
BusinessMarkets with Madison: Financial stabilityEconomic pain has forced the Reserve Bank to cut interest rates and introduce new lending regulations. How worried is the Deputy Governor about our financial system?Watch08 Sep 07:00 PM
OpinionNo shortage of relief after OCR cut: Labour MP Arena WilliamsOPINION: For all of National's rhetoric, it has never had a coherent economic plan.20 Aug 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumLetters to the EditorLetters: Reserve Bank boss isn't to blame for NZ's economic woesOPINION: 'Adrian Orr has been dealt a very bad hand.'19 Aug 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionHeather du Plessis-AllanHeather du Plessis-Allan: The screeching U-turn that led to OCR cutOPINION: The economy is stuffed. House prices are going backwards.17 Aug 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumPoliticsPut on your dancing shoes PM, the rock star economy is back for an encoreThis week might have cemented a coalition victory at the election.16 Aug 05:00 PM
PoliticsPM Luxon praises viral breakdancer Raygun: 'We’re loving her in New Zealand'PM hints at further Reserve Bank cuts and discusses Pacific stability, Raygun, in Sydney.15 Aug 08:47 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionAudrey YoungAudrey Young: Government on track for post-Olympic policy sprintOPINION: Also in this week's wrap – the PM's embarrassing benefit blunders.14 Aug 11:33 PM