Inflation
Higher inflation and a weaker dollar? Could a left-leaning Government spook markets?
One expert is ringing the alarm bells, another is more concerned about the global picture.
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The Iran conflict stalled our economic growth – but how badly?
Export and construction strength may offset weaker household spending.
Herald report to reveal the scale of Canterbury’s growth boom
Out this Thursday: The Herald explores what’s driving Canterbury’s economic momentum.
Economists say the recovery has resumed ... do you believe them?
OPINION: Pessimistic households could delay the spending needed to sustain recovery.
Govt using the credit card for the groceries – when will it be forced to stop?
The bond vigilantes are watching.
Reserve Bank defends OCR hike amid warnings it could stall recovery
The Reserve Bank has lifted the OCR to 2.75% despite job market concerns.
Can we get rich without taking on lots of mortgage debt?
ANALYSIS: Mortgages finally sustainable; only a tiny portion of borrowers are underwater.
Is more business debt a sign of growth or a desperate measure to stay afloat?
While business debt can be a tool for growth, smaller firms are facing hard decisions.
Big corporate job cuts point to problems for older workers
OPINION: Older workers face a tougher future as AI changes jobs and retirement plans.
If it ain't broke, don't fix it: Why Labour should leave the Reserve Bank alone
Reinstating the dual mandate risks worsening the cost of living.
Food prices rise 1.9% in July year as retail spending rebounds
Domestic airfares rose 20.7% in July, the biggest July rise on record.
Global ratings agency S&P lifts outlook for NZ economy
Growth forecasts for 2026 and 2027 have risen to 2.4% and 2.5%.
Is New Zealand waiting for an economic recovery that is never coming?
Businesses may need to adapt to a higher-inflation environment.
'It’s been hard going' - Nicola Willis as unemployment rises to 5.6%
New labour market data shows more people are out of work.
Reserve Bank weighs temporary appointment for powerful OCR committee
Governor Anna Breman takes stock of her first eight months on the job.
It's too late for the economy to save National now
OPINION: The economic recovery has stuttered too much to lift the voter mood by November.
Business confidence rebounds as firms hope for lower inflation
The ANZ Business Outlook survey shows confidence rose 19 points in July.
The Trump wrecking ball strikes ... again!
OPINION: Petrol prices were falling. Now they're set to return well past $3 a litre.
My daughter moved to Melbourne. Will our economy ever be strong enough to bring her home?
More than 47,500 New Zealanders moved to Australia long-term in 2025.
Higher inflation expectations may make price pressures stick – RBNZ economist
Paul Conway is keeping tabs on inflation expectations and firms' price-setting behaviour.
We are going backwards: NZ's real wage growth the worst in the OECD
Kiwis are also working less and producing less per hour worked.
'Relax': OCR hike unlikely to fuel immediate fixed mortgage rate rises or hurt growth
Economists comfortable with Reserve Bank removing some stimulus from the economy.
Not just a problem for O'Brien – OECD flags overuse of restraints of trade
Organisation says people aren't moving as seamlessly between jobs as they should.
Economists split as RBNZ weighs knife-edge cash rate call
Markets think the odds are on a Reserve Bank rate hike, but economists are divided.
Investing takes back seat, as cost-of-living pressures dominate
Survey shows fewer people are investing; results backed by rise in KiwiSaver withdrawals.
IMF releases NZ report card. How do political parties’ policies stack up?
IMF broadly happy with Govt's economic management, but says NZ needs a CGT or land tax.