RBNZ top brass address pointed questions from MPs at select committee about performance, inflation, and access to money.
Recession vibes linger as economic conditions head south, but latest Stats NZ data shows this is not yet weighing on employment.
Kiwi performance in the spotlight as markets assess banking sector and further interest rate moves in the United States.
Rising interest rates, inflation, as well as living cost rises all weighing on households, according to latest Westpac survey.
Net migration and visa residency a boost for economy, but businesses still desperate for thousands of skilled staff.
RBNZ governor says central bank has a ‘very capable team’ and defends focus on climate change.
Kiwibank’s chief economist Jarrod Kerr expects the inflation battle to be won this year.
Stats NZ data points to widespread falls in economic activity, with a recession expected this year.
No major red flags for New Zealand after SVB collapse, but RBNZ has tools in place to respond quickly in the event.
Think-tank critical of central bank’s current approach and loss of institutional knowledge.