Banking and financeReserve Bank unveils 'tool-box' strategy paperThe Reserve Bank has released a consultation paper on the macro-prudential instruments it wants to add to its toolbox.04 Mar 04:30 PM
Banking and financeHousing loan ratios 'bank's call'Bill English says the greatest influence on the housing market will continue to be interest rates and supply constraints created by the planning system, writes Brian Fallow.27 Feb 10:00 PM
OpinionBrian FallowBrian Fallow: Reserve Bank heats dollar debateThe higher the exchange rate is, the lower interest rates can be, writes Brian Fallow. Asset price inflation, in the Auckland housing market at any rate, is alive and well.27 Feb 04:30 PM
CompaniesGraeme Wheeler: No easy fix for high kiwiThere are no simple solutions available to the Reserve Bank to deal with a New Zealand dollar that is significantly overvalued, says governor Graeme Wheeler.20 Feb 04:30 PM
CompaniesWheeler: Exchange rate too highThe exchange rate is too high, Reserve Bank governor Graeme Wheeler says, but there are no simple solutions available to the bank to lower it.20 Feb 03:48 AM
OpinionBernard HickeyHickey: Buy now, pay laterThe high kiwi dollar means it's a great time to be an importer or to go on holiday.16 Feb 04:30 PM
BDBDRetailBig surge for retail as dollar hits highNew Zealand retail sales recorded the fastest growth in six years in the fourth quarter, sending the kiwi dollar to its highest level in five years.15 Feb 01:45 AM
BDBDBanking and financeNZ dollar breaks above 85 US centsThe NZ dollar has risen above 85 US cents for the first time since September 2011 amid expectations retail sales figures today will add to a string of strong data.14 Feb 08:10 PM
