PremiumPremiumBusinessASB quietly stops offering some mortgage rate discountsBank's move comes as Westpac increases its mortgage and term deposit rates.11 Dec 07:16 AM
PremiumOpinionLiam DannLiam Dann: Why a Swedish central banker matters more than Ikea’s meatballsLocal media’s focus on Ikea was intense, while the new Governor made a quiet entrance.06 Dec 04:00 PM
PremiumBusinessEconomists pick Reserve Bank will have to cut OCR againEconomists at BMI expect a further 25bps cut in the Official Cash Rate (OCR) in 2026.02 Dec 03:24 AM
PremiumAnalysisLiam DannLiam Dann: ‘The worst is behind’ – Why economists see signs of turning point despite ugly job stats05 Nov 02:22 AM
PremiumOpinionLiam Dann Liam Dann: The economy should emerge leaner and meaner after long downturn01 Nov 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 – studyAnd with a 142% increase in rents over the past 16 years, the well-being gap has widened.15 Oct 08:00 PM
PremiumPremiumInterest ratesReserve Bank: Money printing didn't cause inflation to soarBank does cost-benefit analysis of controversial $55 billion Covid-era programme.15 Oct 06:00 PM
New Zealand‘Subdued’: Willis says economy turning corner after Reserve Bank moveThe Finance Minister says early data shows growth returned in the September quarter. 08 Oct 09:55 PM
PremiumPremiumBusinessHow low the OCR will go: Experts on rates, economy and what to know about your mortgageThe Reserve Bank today delivered a 50 basis point cut to the Official Cash Rate.08 Oct 09:15 PM
BusinessCovid response: RBNZ admits it could have 'reduced inflation sooner’The RBNZ has released a review of a response to above-target inflation from 2021 to 2024.29 Sep 03:10 AM
PremiumPremiumOpinionLiam Dann'Transparency builds trust': Incoming RBNZ Governor sets out her vision - Liam DannWestpac economist Kelly Eckhold has taken a look at Anna Breman's track record.26 Sep 04:00 AM
PremiumPremiumOpinionLiam DannLiam Dann: New Governor, new era but don't expect big changes to interest rate outlookNZ's first female Reserve Bank Governor, Anna Breman, brings a formidable CV to the role.24 Sep 04:10 AM
PremiumPremiumAnalysisLiam DannInside Economics: After nearly seven months, we have a replacement for Adrian OrrANALYSIS: Liam Dann takes a deeper dive into the week's economic news.24 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
