OCR
In the Of Interest podcast, Governor Anna Breman says Reserve Bank 'will do what is best for the NZ economy and to reach our inflation target' even if it's an OCR hike in the election run-in
24th Jan 26, 10:06am
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In the Of Interest podcast, Governor Anna Breman says Reserve Bank 'will do what is best for the NZ economy and to reach our inflation target' even if it's an OCR hike in the election run-in
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‘Our new laser-focussed-on-inflation RBNZ Governor will not be amused’: Economists say OCR hike in 2026 ‘likelier than not’ following latest annual inflation figures
23rd Jan 26, 4:33pm
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‘Our new laser-focussed-on-inflation RBNZ Governor will not be amused’: Economists say OCR hike in 2026 ‘likelier than not’ following latest annual inflation figures
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Annual inflation rises to 3.1% in the December quarter - with electricity, rent, local government rates continuing to drive the increase
23rd Jan 26, 11:00am
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Annual inflation rises to 3.1% in the December quarter - with electricity, rent, local government rates continuing to drive the increase
Global equity markets extend gains after Trump's Greenland TACO even though details of the "deal" remain sketchy. UST 2-year rate up to top of its range; 10-year rate remains range-bound
23rd Jan 26, 8:14am
Global equity markets extend gains after Trump's Greenland TACO even though details of the "deal" remain sketchy. UST 2-year rate up to top of its range; 10-year rate remains range-bound
US and European equities recover after Trump dials down aggression at Davos, ruling out military force to acquire Greenland. US Treasury yields range-bound; some order restored to Japan’s bond market after the recent meltdown
22nd Jan 26, 7:27am
US and European equities recover after Trump dials down aggression at Davos, ruling out military force to acquire Greenland. US Treasury yields range-bound; some order restored to Japan’s bond market after the recent meltdown
Weaker risk sentiment on US-EU political tensions; global equities extend losses; US equities down sharply. No safe-haven bid for bonds; Meltdown in Japan's JGB market spills over into other markets. UST yields push higher
21st Jan 26, 7:45am
Weaker risk sentiment on US-EU political tensions; global equities extend losses; US equities down sharply. No safe-haven bid for bonds; Meltdown in Japan's JGB market spills over into other markets. UST yields push higher
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December quarter Consumers Price Index figures may show our inflation rate once again above the 1% to 3% target range. How new RBNZ Governor Anna Breman will respond to our stubborn high prices in her first OCR review next month will be keenly watched
20th Jan 26, 8:23am
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December quarter Consumers Price Index figures may show our inflation rate once again above the 1% to 3% target range. How new RBNZ Governor Anna Breman will respond to our stubborn high prices in her first OCR review next month will be keenly watched
Market reaction modest, so far, to Trump's weekend threats. USD broadly weaker although JPY also weak as new election in Japan confirmed. Equities retreat
20th Jan 26, 7:57am
Market reaction modest, so far, to Trump's weekend threats. USD broadly weaker although JPY also weak as new election in Japan confirmed. Equities retreat
US treasury yields rose after Trump comments on chance of Kevin Hassett becoming the next Federal Reserve Chair. Trump to impose 10% tariffs on European countries until they support his ambition to acquire Greenland
19th Jan 26, 7:39am
US treasury yields rose after Trump comments on chance of Kevin Hassett becoming the next Federal Reserve Chair. Trump to impose 10% tariffs on European countries until they support his ambition to acquire Greenland
Gareth Vaughan looks at early indicators of what the economy is doing in an election year, but notes international events may overshadow everything else
18th Jan 26, 6:02am
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Gareth Vaughan looks at early indicators of what the economy is doing in an election year, but notes international events may overshadow everything else
US equity markets rebound. A decline in US jobless claims underpinned the US dollar against European currencies. Oil prices sharply lower after an apparent easing in US-Iran tensions
16th Jan 26, 7:51am
US equity markets rebound. A decline in US jobless claims underpinned the US dollar against European currencies. Oil prices sharply lower after an apparent easing in US-Iran tensions
Rising geopolitical tensions hit risk sentiment and weigh on US equities. Limited market rection to US retail sales and PPI data. Oil prices extend recent gain. Metals continue winning streak
15th Jan 26, 7:53am
Rising geopolitical tensions hit risk sentiment and weigh on US equities. Limited market rection to US retail sales and PPI data. Oil prices extend recent gain. Metals continue winning streak
US core CPI undershoots expectations for the second consecutive month. Oil prices gain 3% and approach two-month highs. US dollar recovers from the decline earlier in the week
14th Jan 26, 7:42am
US core CPI undershoots expectations for the second consecutive month. Oil prices gain 3% and approach two-month highs. US dollar recovers from the decline earlier in the week
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NZIER says QSBO shows economic recovery starting to take shape with effects of lower interest rates flowing into broader economy. BNZ's Toplis sees 'clear signs' inflationary pressures are rising
13th Jan 26, 10:26am
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NZIER says QSBO shows economic recovery starting to take shape with effects of lower interest rates flowing into broader economy. BNZ's Toplis sees 'clear signs' inflationary pressures are rising
Fed Chair Powell reveals Justice Department criminal threats raising concerns over central bank independence. Precious metals reach record highs. US dollar weaker against G10 currencies. NZD outperforms
13th Jan 26, 7:49am
Fed Chair Powell reveals Justice Department criminal threats raising concerns over central bank independence. Precious metals reach record highs. US dollar weaker against G10 currencies. NZD outperforms