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Trade under Trump: difficult times ahead
Policy

Charles Finny: Trade under Trump: difficult times ahead

The President-elect on Tuesday confirmed tariffs on Mexico and Canada. 

Charles Finny 27 Nov 2024
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Trump pledges tariffs on Mexico, Canada and China
Policy

Trump pledges tariffs on Mexico, Canada and China

Move indicates Trump will follow through on tough campaign rhetoric. 

Weak NZD ahead as rate cuts loom
Economy

Cameron Bagrie: Weak NZD ahead as rate cuts loom

This week's expected rate cut will further underpin a weaker-for-longer NZ dollar.

Cameron Bagrie 26 Nov 2024
More confidence about housing: ASB
Economy

More confidence about housing: ASB

Sentiment is improving, albeit slowly, the Housing Confidence Survey shows.



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