PremiumPremiumEconomyAdrian Orr’s Reserve Bank hiring spree unwound; 1 in 4 jobs proposed to be cutThe proposal would only take staffing back to 2023 levels.12 Aug 06:00 AM
BusinessNew Zealand's economic outlook strained by US tariff uncertaintyA Westpac report says NZ's economy is expected to strengthen over the coming quarters.11 Aug 05:00 PM
WorldTrump nominates adviser Miran for temporary Fed board roleMiran will serve until January 31, 2026, filling a recent vacancy.07 Aug 10:04 PM
PremiumEconomyInsider spills beans on Adrian Orr’s resignation – Treasury confirms an allegation23 Jul 12:00 AM
Interest ratesLower interest rates, more money printing - RBNZ considers response to ageing population14 Jul 10:00 PM
PremiumOfficial Cash RateRates on hold: What the Reserve Bank's decision means for Kiwis09 Jul 06:00 AM
PremiumOpinionLiam DannLiam Dann: Town v Country – Big cities left behind in economic recovery31 May 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumPoliticsMultiple exchanges between Willis and Orr in weeks before his shock exitNicola Willis says Orr didn't raise his intention to resign.15 May 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionMark ListerOpinion: How Trump's trade moves may upend Powell's achievementsBusiness uncertainty from US tariffs may lead to a recession.04 May 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionLiam DannLiam Dann: Are Kiwis about to be hit with an ‘austerity Budget’?The Finance Minister faces a difficult balancing act with this month's Budget.03 May 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionLiam DannInside Economics: Donald Trump v the US Fed?OPINION: Liam Dann takes a deeper dive into the week's economic news. 22 Apr 09:00 PM
PremiumPremiumBanking and finance'Political interference': Concerns over RBNZ's capital rules reviewConflict zone: NZ's independent central bank and the Finance Minister's agenda.22 Apr 02:00 AM
EconomyTreasury keen on crisis time OCR cuts, not spending and money printingThe agency still can't pinpoint the benefits of the Covid-era $55 billion LSAP programme.10 Apr 10:30 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionJenée TibshraenyLower interest rates to do heavy lifting reviving the economy - Jenée TibshraenyMonetary policy is poised to do much of the heavy lifting spurring economic growth.09 Apr 10:55 PM
BusinessWhat Trump’s tariffs mean for mortgage interest ratesThe new US tariffs have shaken international markets, causing a global share plunge.05 Apr 12:47 AM
BusinessIMF cautions Govt against pushing Reserve Bank too hardOrganisation releases findings of NZ economy review. 12 Mar 02:36 AM
PremiumPremiumOpinionSteven JoyceSteven Joyce: How the Reserve Bank can get back on trackThe next governor should focus on traditional central banking roles.07 Mar 08:00 PM
BusinessConstruction sector likely to pick up, but not immediatelyThe construction sector had a tough end to 2024, so when might things improve?06 Mar 02:03 AM
PremiumPremiumBusinessWho could replace Adrian Orr as Reserve Bank Governor?As Orr departs, what's next for interest rates and the future direction of the RBNZ?05 Mar 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumAnalysisThomas CoughlanAnalysis: What’s behind Reserve Bank Governor Adrian Orr’s shock resignation?ANALYSIS: Orr’s resignation is quite unlike other public sector exits,05 Mar 04:21 AM
PremiumPremiumOpinionRichard PrebbleThe Reserve Bank is worst in OECD - Richard PrebbleOPINION: The RBNZ relies on official statistics even though they are prone to be wrong.25 Feb 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumEditorialEditorial: Govt must listen to RBNZ call for better economic statisticsOPINION: Failure to accurately record economic progress can have costly consequences.20 Feb 04:00 PM
Business‘Do better’: Reserve Bank governor says retail banks' profit margins should be cutAdrian Orr's comments on Newstalk ZB come after the RBNZ cut the OCR yesterday. 20 Feb 01:17 AM
BusinessHow recent rate cuts could impact your mortgage strategyBanks are expected to offer more fixed-rate cuts after the Official Cash Rate drop.19 Feb 10:22 PM
BusinessWatch: Reserve Bank Governor speaks after OCR cut, major banks lower lending ratesThe Reserve Bank is now offering a fresh take on where the economy is headed.19 Feb 04:22 AM
WorldTrump to impose Canada, Mexico, China tariffs this weekendHe plans 25% tariffs on Canadian and Mexican imports and 10% on Chinese goods.01 Feb 12:01 AM
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Business'Expect sub-5% home loan rates'A broker cites the potential for some mortgage rates to fall in the next month or so.08 Jan 06:02 PM
BusinessUS Fed cuts rate by quarter-point in third straight reductionThe Federal Reserve’s favoured inflation measure has ticked higher in recent months.18 Dec 07:13 PM
PremiumPremiumBusinessDonald Trump says he will not remove Jay Powell from Fed before term endsFinancial Times: President-elect also won’t rule out higher inflation from his tariffs.08 Dec 07:32 PM