Interest rate hikes to come this year – economists shift forecasts after elevated inflation
That brings them into line with market pricing. BNZ head of research Stephen Toplis described inflation as “worryingly…
Botswana’s diamond stockpile swells as gem price slump persists
Botswana’s diamond stockpile is nearly double its target inventory levels amid persistent low prices, leaving the country unable…
European, Asian shares sit at record highs, metals surge keeps going
LONDON/SINGAPORE, Jan 14 (Reuters) – World shares hovered around record highs on Wednesday, as traders found ways to…
Why weather apps give different forecasts – and which ones to trust in NZ
So all apps [end up with] slightly different data. And they use different levels of technical or sophisticated…
MP brings fruit to Parliament to celebrate forecast of record exports
Before the fruit made its way to the Beehive, Wedd visited Berry Farms NZ, Riverside Cherries, Tatsumi NZ,…
House price predictions: Treasury reveals forecasts for annual growth in 2026 to 2030 years
Finance Minister Nicola Willis during her HYEFU lockup presentation at the Treasury. Photo / Mark Mitchell These house…
No reprieve for Nicola Willis expected from Treasury forecasts, as return to surplus in question
It has been difficult for Willis to completely rein in spending at a time the economy has needed…
Preliminary Consumer Sentiment rises to 53.3 in December as inflation expectations ease – KITCO
Preliminary Consumer Sentiment rises to 53.3 in December as inflation expectations ease KITCOAn improvement is anticipated for the Michigan…
US weekly jobless claims fall to three-year low – KITCO
US weekly jobless claims fall to three-year low KITCOUS filings for jobless benefits fall to 191,000, lowest since September…
Canada’s TSX to hit new highs in 2026 supported by trade hopes, resource push: Reuters poll
TORONTO, Nov 26 (Reuters) – Canada’s main stock index is expected to rise to another all-time high next…
OCR Preview: Another rate cut coming – but will it be the last?
“We don’t expect the RBNZ to cut further next year (barring a global shock),” said ANZ chief economist…
Fed sees continued jobs weakness but inflation worries rise, members have “strongly differing views” on December – Fed Minutes – KITCO
Fed sees continued jobs weakness but inflation worries rise, members have “strongly differing views” on December – Fed…