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RBNZ plans more cuts sooner rather than later

RBNZ plans more cuts sooner rather than later

The forecasts show the low at 3.1% by December this year. 

Rebecca Howard 19 Feb 2025
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RBNZ eases by 50bps and brings forward planned rate cuts

RBNZ eases by 50bps and brings forward planned rate cuts

It now expects the cash rate to reach 3.1% in December. 

Rebecca Howard 19 Feb 2025
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Is a new ad campaign too 'Briscoes sale' for NZ's global brand?

Dileepa Fonseka 18 Feb 2025
NZ dollar's direction hinges on RBNZ forecasts

NZ dollar's direction hinges on RBNZ forecasts

If the RBNZ doesn't cut by 50bps, it will be a massive surprise.

Rebecca Howard 18 Feb 2025


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