In their forthcoming first economic outlook for the year, Westpac's economists now think there will be SIX hikes of the OCR during next year as the current excess capacity in the economy is swallowed up more quickly than earlier expected

Finance Minister says purpose of the review of Covid-19 monetary policy is 'to learn from experience'

Insurance affordability and the financial settings are a 'downstream symptom' of increasing risk, Natural Hazards Commission chief executive says, as Southern Response continues to expect new claims

ASB CEO sees 'more confidence in the economy' as rising costs hold down half-year profit increase despite net interest margin rise