RBNZ plans to ease restrictions on higher-risk housing loans
Relaxation of the restrictions comes as the housing market has languished, with prices dropping to a two-year low in August New Zealand’s central bank will allow lenders to make more…
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RBNZ surprises with larger rate cut, sparking currency drop
Growth has been tepid since a deep recession in 2024 despite the the central bank’s aggressive easing cycle New Zealand’s central bank cut interest rates by 50 basis points and said that…
New Zealand poised to appoint first woman as governor of RBNZ
The new governor will not be in place for the next rate decision on Oct 8, with their term expected to start towards the end of the year New Zealand is set to appoint a woman to head its…
RBNZ seen resuming rate cuts as focus shifts to wilting economy
New Zealand’s central bank is expected to cut interest rates this week, resuming its easing cycle after a pause in July as the economy shows signs of stalling. The Reserve Bank of New…
New Zealand finance minister would like RBNZ to return to eight meetings a year
New Zealand’s Finance Minister Nicola Willis said on Tuesday that she would like New Zealand’s central bank monetary policy committee to meet more frequently raising concern about…
Australia: Shares at 3-month high ahead of inflation data; RBNZ decision in focus
AUSTRALIAN shares climbed on Wednesday, reaching their highest levels in more than three months, supported by strength in banking and mining stocks ahead of the release of April inflation…
RBNZ set to make sixth rate cut and signal bias to more easing
New Zealand’s central bank is set to cut interest rates for a sixth straight meeting and signal it’s open to further easing as US trade barriers dim the economic outlook. The Reserve Bank…
RBNZ rate cut wagers leave New Zealand dollar eyeing 2022 low
THE New Zealand dollar is forecast to weaken around 6 per cent in the coming months as a slowing economy prompts investors to price in aggressive interest rate cuts from the nation’s…
RBNZ says bank capital rules just one part of lending decisions
NEW Zealand’s central bank has defended its position on bank capital requirements after claims they may be contributing to a lack of competition between lenders. The Reserve Bank of New…