Official Cash RateNew member appointed to Reserve Bank committee that sets the OCRAgribusiness exec Hayley Gourley has been appointed as a Monetary Policy Committee member.18 Sep 02:57 AM
BusinessUS Fed cuts rates, says two more rate cuts in 2025 a probabilityThe Fed now expects two more interest rate cuts before the end of the year.17 Sep 06:48 PM
BusinessCost of living pressures keep households pessimistic in confidence surveyLower-income households remain hardest hit as essentials eat up pay.17 Sep 03:33 AM
New ZealandRBNZ governor admits ‘test of trust and confidence’ after leadership turmoil11 Sep 02:08 AM
PremiumOpinionJenée TibshraenyJenée Tibshraeny: Cut the spin, Nicola Willis and Reserve Bank01 Sep 02:24 AM
PremiumAnalysisJenée TibshraenyRace for Reserve Bank governorship heats up – who are the contenders?21 Aug 09:00 PM
PremiumOpinionMatthew HootonMatthew Hooton: Reserve Bank and polls give Luxon a reprieve21 Aug 05:00 PM
Business'Toxic economic & political cocktail' - Robertson on cost of living; opens up on clash with OrrThe former Finance Minister reflects on political and personal relationships in new book.17 Aug 08:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOfficial Cash RateInterest rate cut a shoo-in, but how much lower will the OCR go? Economists are divided over the inflation outlook.17 Aug 07:00 PM
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
PremiumPremiumEconomyInsider spills beans on Adrian Orr’s resignation – Treasury confirms an allegationNicola Willis tries to keep her distance.23 Jul 12:00 AM
Interest ratesLower interest rates, more money printing - RBNZ considers response to ageing populationWill NZ's central bank go down the path of the Bank of Japan?14 Jul 10:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOfficial Cash RateRates on hold: What the Reserve Bank's decision means for KiwisThe Reserve Bank kept the OCR at 3.25%, amid international uncertainty.09 Jul 06:00 AM
InflationReserve Bank of Australia surprises markets, holds cash rate at 3.85%Only six of 37 economists predicted the RBA would keep rates unchanged.08 Jul 05:45 AM
PremiumPremiumOfficial Cash RateEconomists divided over Reserve Bank's next OCR callSlow growth and sticky inflation are key issues.06 Jul 05:00 PM
Economy'Least upbeat': Construction sector struggles as demand weakensBut the retail sector is optimistic, with 40% expecting better conditions soon.01 Jul 12:41 AM
PremiumPremiumBusinessWhat to expect from today's GDP data?Economists expect the recovery continued during the first quarter of the year.18 Jun 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionLiam DannLiam Dann: Town v Country – Big cities left behind in economic recoveryOPINION: A two-speed economy is developing which could cause headaches for the RBNZ.31 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