International Monetary Fund downgrades global economic outlook – how did New Zealand fare?
In this case, the world’s GDP growth falls from an expected 3.4% in 2026 to 3.1% in 2026.…
Why oil shock could cool inflation amid consumer cutbacks
Oil prices spiked once again on Monday morning, rebounding above $100 a barrel after Middle East peace talks…
Treasury yields up as collapse of Iran talks clouds inflation outlook
Treasury yields edged higher on Monday as the breakdown of negotiations between Iran and the U.S. clouded the inflation outlook…
US inflation surges to 3.3% as impact of Iran war bites
The United States and Israel began bombing Iran on February 28 and Tehran retaliated by blocking traffic in…
Consumer sentiment hits record low, inflation fears rise amid Iran war
Consumer confidence plunged to a record low in April as fears mounted over rising energy prices and the…
Inflation held sticky at 3% as U.S. headed into war with Iran, key Fed gauge shows
Core inflation held above the Federal Reserve’s target before the recent surge in energy prices, according to a…
Northland charities warn child poverty crisis worsening with cost of living
“Poverty, youth suicide, truancy, rheumatic fever … they are all inter-related,” she said. “Poverty impacts whānau in a…
Whanganui trucking companies hit by diesel surge warn of higher prices for consumers
“It would force us out of business if we had absorbed how much our fuel bill has gone…
Fed officials still foresee rate cut this year, despite war impacts, minutes show
Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell speaks during a press conference following the Federal Open Markets Committee meeting at…
Fuel shortage, global risk and election could drive Auckland apartment prices down: Agent
The middle to tail end of this year is ”not looking particularly promising”, Dunn said. “Things like international…
India’s central bank holds benchmark policy rates as Iran war raises inflation risks
Signage for the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) in Mumbai, India, on Friday, April 5, 2024. Dhiraj Singh…
Property or managed funds: Why investors are rethinking where to invest – Generate Wealth Weekly
At the same time, one of the most powerful tailwinds for housing demand has begun to fade. Net…