PremiumPremiumAnalysisJenée TibshraenyWaiting game continues for savers holding out for higher interest rates. What's the outlook?RBNZ's shock OCR call to keep shorter-term mortgage and term deposit rates at bay for now.28 Oct 07:57 PM
PremiumOfficial Cash Rate'Flabbergasted': Economists push back on RBNZ’s surprise call, warn of inflation riskThe RBNZ surprised markets with its decision to hold the OCR at 2.75%28 Oct 03:26 AM
OpinionShould the Reserve Bank care about your job as well as inflation?OPINION: High unemployment strengthens the case for a dual mandate.27 Oct 04:00 PM
InflationBrief respite: Inflation rate falls but not for longNew figures show inflation dipped as petrol prices fell in the third quarter.21 Oct 10:55 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionWhy subsidised prices do not lower the cost of livingOPINION: Labour productivity grew just 0.1% a year from 2020 to 2024.21 Oct 08:00 PM
PremiumOpinionLiam DannProperty slump casts long shadow over National's re-election odds 18 Oct 10:09 PM
PremiumBusiness'Disappointing': Fuel price surge delivers another blow to retail sector 15 Oct 11:05 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionLiam DannPlease, Mr Trump: Fresh petrol pump pain threatens our fragile recoveryOPINION: Petrol prices have risen about 20% since the start of September.04 Oct 11:58 PM
BusinessLatest fuel price surge dents business confidence - ANZ survey Retail fuel prices have risen 22% in the past month, putting pressure on the recovery.30 Sep 01:10 AM
PremiumPremiumOpinionLiam DannNew Zealand has never been this divided ... is that our economic problem?OPINION: For many voters, the economic recovery remains theoretical.27 Sep 09:00 AM
Official Cash RateNew member appointed to powerful Reserve Bank committee that sets the OCRElection gets in the way of a longer-term appointment being made. 24 Sep 10:56 PM
InflationVulnerabilities that saw the Reserve Bank make mistakes during the pandemic still exist – reviewIndependent reviewers recommend how to improve monetary policymaking.22 Sep 12:00 AM
BusinessMortgage pain: NZ’s biggest bank changes call, picks more rate hikesSharon Zollner says oil prices, a weaker dollar and growth drove the call.21 Sep 04:56 AM
InflationFood prices rise 1.9% annually as restaurant meals lead increasesFuel prices and international also rose again last month.17 Sep 11:34 PM
Official Cash RateReserve Bank assistant governor resigns before the end of her termTwo vacancies now need filling on the powerful committee that sets the OCR.16 Sep 12:16 AM
PremiumPremiumOpinionLiam DannWeight-loss drugs v AI: Which one will reshape the economy firstOPINION: AI promises huge gains, but its economic impact remains uncertain.13 Sep 09:22 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionLiam DannEconomists say the recovery has resumed ... do you believe them?OPINION: Pessimistic households could delay the spending needed to sustain recovery.06 Sep 08:57 PM
PremiumPremiumOfficial Cash RateSavers keep waiting as OCR hike unlikely to push fixed interest rates much higherMeanwhile, mortgage rate hikes have largely been priced in.02 Sep 11:10 PM
PremiumPremiumAnalysisJenée TibshraenyGovt using the credit card for the groceries – when will it be forced to stop?The bond vigilantes are watching. 02 Sep 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumBusinessReserve Bank defends OCR hike amid warnings it could stall recoveryThe Reserve Bank has lifted the OCR to 2.75% despite job market concerns.02 Sep 03:06 AM
PremiumPremiumOpinionJenée TibshraenyIf it ain't broke, don't fix it: Why Labour should leave the Reserve Bank aloneReinstating the dual mandate risks worsening the cost of living.23 Aug 05:58 PM
PremiumPremiumBusinessGlobal ratings agency S&P lifts outlook for NZ economy Growth forecasts for 2026 and 2027 have risen to 2.4% and 2.5%.12 Aug 11:35 PM
BusinessIs New Zealand waiting for an economic recovery that is never coming?Businesses may need to adapt to a higher-inflation environment.12 Aug 05:00 AM
Business'It’s been hard going' - Nicola Willis as unemployment rises to 5.6%New labour market data shows more people are out of work.04 Aug 10:50 PM
PremiumPremiumOfficial Cash RateReserve Bank weighs temporary appointment for powerful OCR committeeGovernor Anna Breman takes stock of her first eight months on the job. 03 Aug 07:00 PM
PremiumPremiumBusinessRising again: Unemployment rate expected to land higher this weekJob vacancies have recovered from lows but remain below pre-Covid levels.02 Aug 07:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionLiam DannIt's too late for the economy to save National now OPINION: The economic recovery has stuttered too much to lift the voter mood by November.02 Aug 05:54 AM
InflationBrad Olsen steps down as Infometrics chief executiveOlsen has been chief executive of economics consultancy Infometrics since February 2023.30 Jul 10:57 PM
BusinessBusiness confidence rebounds as firms hope for lower inflationThe ANZ Business Outlook survey shows confidence rose 19 points in July.30 Jul 02:50 AM
PremiumPremiumInflationWillis rejects Reserve Bank bid to roll over underspendThe move would have lifted its 2026/27 budget to $159m.29 Jul 02:00 AM
PremiumPremiumOpinionLiam DannThe Trump wrecking ball strikes ... again!OPINION: Petrol prices were falling. Now they're set to return well past $3 a litre.25 Jul 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumInflationRents rise at slowest rate in 25 yearsThe bigger picture still isn't smooth sailing for renters or landlords.21 Jul 06:00 AM
