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RBNZ says even more increases needed but not everyone agrees
Policy

RBNZ says even more increases needed but not everyone agrees

Several economists say the official cash rate will likely peak at around 2.0% as the rate hikes bite. 

Rebecca Howard 24 Nov 2021
RBNZ starts consultation on debt servicing restrictions
Policy

RBNZ starts consultation on debt servicing restrictions

Debt-to-income ratios are probably more effective over a longer period but interest-rate floors could be deployed faster.

Staff reporters 23 Nov 2021
To hike or not to hike? That is the question
Policy

To hike or not to hike? That is the question

Bank economists all think the RBNZ should hike interest rates, but other analysts argue there is too much uncertainty. 

Rebecca Howard 22 Nov 2021
Why the RBNZ's bond-buying programme is an albatross
Policy

Jenny Ruth: Why the RBNZ's bond-buying programme is an albatross

History may judge the Reserve Bank's large-scale asset programme to have been a policy mistake.

Jenny Ruth 22 Nov 2021