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RBNZ creates new committee to rule over financial stability
Economy

RBNZ creates new committee to rule over financial stability

The new committee will include board members and two externals. 

Rebecca Howard 07 Oct 2025
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Business confidence falls but inflationary pressures rise: NZIER
Economy

Business confidence falls but inflationary pressures rise: NZIER

Firms’ hiring and investment intentions have also reduced.

Rebecca Howard 07 Oct 2025
Adrian Orr launches new company as restraint of trade lifts
Economy

Adrian Orr launches new company as restraint of trade lifts

It’s been six months since his exit from the central bank.

Denise McNabb 07 Oct 2025
RBNZ headcount rises, Adrian Orr gets restraint of trade payment
Economy

RBNZ headcount rises, Adrian Orr gets restraint of trade payment

Staff expenses at the Reserve Bank of New Zealand rose 24% in the year to June 30.

Rebecca Howard 06 Oct 2025


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