PremiumPremiumEconomyWillis considered downgrading status of Reserve Bank governorDocuments reveal Treasury wanted the governor removed from the board.21 Oct 02:00 AM
PremiumInflationBad news for the Reserve Bank as inflation tipped to top 3%Stats CPI data key for next interest rate call.19 Oct 04:00 PM
WorldThailand plans domestic tourism boost with visitors downForeign arrivals are forecast to fall 6% in 2025, the first drop in a decade.16 Oct 05:00 PM
New Zealand'Demoralising': Renters have lower life satisfaction than homeowners – study15 Oct 08:00 PM
PremiumBusinessHow low the OCR will go: Experts on rates, economy and what to know about your mortgage08 Oct 09:15 PM
PremiumOpinionLiam Dann'Transparency builds trust': Incoming RBNZ Governor sets out her vision - Liam Dann26 Sep 04:00 AM
PremiumOpinionLiam DannLiam Dann: New Governor, new era but don't expect big changes to interest rate outlook24 Sep 04:10 AM
PremiumAnalysisLiam DannInside Economics: After nearly seven months, we have a replacement for Adrian Orr24 Sep 01:48 AM
PremiumPremiumOpinionRichard PrebbleRichard Prebble: The case for a leaner state and savings-based welfareOPINION: The economy shrank 0.9% in the June quarter, tipping New Zealand into recession.23 Sep 03:00 AM
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
WorldSenate confirms Trump adviser to top Fed roleIt is the first time in 90 years a White House official joins the Fed board.16 Sep 01:52 AM
WorldAppeals court allows Federal Reserve governor Lisa Cook to keep her jobNo president has ever tried to fire a Federal Reserve governor in 111 years.16 Sep 01:42 AM
New ZealandRBNZ governor admits ‘test of trust and confidence’ after leadership turmoilChristian Hawkesby says trust in the RBNZ has been tested after leadership exits.11 Sep 02:08 AM
PremiumPremiumOpinionJenée TibshraenyJenée Tibshraeny: Cut the spin, Nicola Willis and Reserve BankOPINION: Why the Finance Minister should have done more to push for transparency.01 Sep 02:24 AM
EconomyRBNZ agreed to bin letter of concerns when Adrian Orr resignedDetails come to light following intervention from the Ombudsman.27 Aug 11:19 PM
PoliticsWatch: Christopher Luxon says he does not direct Reserve Bank on rate cutsThe Prime Minister earlier said he gives his 'reckons' to the Governor.25 Aug 01:59 AM
PremiumPremiumAnalysisJenée TibshraenyRace for Reserve Bank governorship heats up – who are the contenders? There are numerous other candidates he believes should be fairly assessed for the role.21 Aug 09:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionMatthew HootonMatthew Hooton: Reserve Bank and polls give Luxon a reprieveOPINION: Westpac speculates tax cuts could be back on the Government’s agenda.21 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
