Business confidence rebounds as firms hope for lower inflation
“The general theme of this month’s data is more optimism, with both business confidence and expected own activity…
Chalmers cautious but upbeat as he scraps fuel discount amid softening inflation
There were no bold declarations about corners being turned or missions being accomplished. After delivering a pre-election prediction…
US Fed holds interest rates steady, citing ‘elevated’ inflation | Inflation News
The United States Federal Reserve is set to hold interest rates steady as inflationary pressures mount, driven by…
‘Simple things make it really difficult’: Why pensioner households have had fastest inflation
Data from Stats NZ this week showed he isn’t the only one feeling the pressure. Superannuitant households had…
See how the price of everything has changed with inflation
The cost of most everyday items is up. Here’s by how much. Good news: inflation has eased slightly.…
CPI live updates: Inflation eases more than expected in June as chance of August rate hike cools
On the face of it, these numbers should take an August rate rise firmly off the table, as…
Reserve Bank governor warns world facing increased supply shocks
Reserve Bank governor Michele Bullock says the world has become more shock-prone in recent years, with the latest…
Singapore growth to hold firm but AI boom a ‘major uncertainty’: central bank
Singapore’s economic growth should remain firm in the second half of 2026 although a major uncertainty is the…
China is becoming the poster child for self-sufficiency, notes Goldman Sachs
The “Liberation Day” tariffs of April 2, 2025, were the best example of President Trump’s economic nationalism—the concept…
New Zealand personal loan delinquencies hit three-year high
KAREN JOY BACUDO Finance Editor Personal loan delinquency rates in New Zealand rose to 5.95% in April, their…
Who's being hit hardest by rising living costs? – NZ Herald
Who’s being hit hardest by rising living costs? NZ HeraldRising fuel prices drive biggest increase in household living costs…
Wall Street analysts: Warsh and FOMC likely hold or hike due to oil prices and Iran
President Trump’s campaign for lower interest rates in the U.S. faces another setback this week at the meeting…