Reserve Bank of New Zealand

New Zealand’s central bank warns inflation could become persistent

2026-07-13T23:17:27.000Z
The RBNZ has slashed rates by 325 basis points since August 2024 to support a struggling economy .

New Zealand raises rates by 25 bps to 2.5%, flags further hikes to curb inflation pressures

2026-07-08T03:06:54.000Z
The RBNZ remit is agreed with the finance minister, defining the inflation range and other factors it must target, and is required to be reviewed every five years.

RBNZ’s frequent remit adjustments risk policy error, OECD warns

2026-05-07T04:33:18.000Z
The narrower term deposit spread has reduced funding costs for finance companies relative to banks, improving their ability to compete, particularly in the home loan market.

New Zealand finance firms see 30% deposit surge outpacing banks

2026-05-05T23:50:38.000Z
Reserve Bank of New Zealand Governor Anna Breman said the monetary policy committee will continue to keep a “close watch” on developments in the Middle East.

New Zealand central banker says Q1 core inflation was stable within target band

2026-04-29T03:02:25.000Z
RBNZ Governor Anna Breman said she expected to see growth this year because high-frequency data for January and February showed growth was picking up.

New Zealand central bank governor still expects economic growth in 2026

2026-04-08T22:59:34.000Z
The pause by RBNZ comes after an aggressive easing campaign.

New Zealand holds rates at 2.25%, warns of risks to inflation and growth from Iran war

2026-04-08T06:21:40.000Z
RBNZ Governor Anna Breman said at an event that policymakers expect higher oil prices to push up inflation.

New Zealand central bank warns prolonged energy shock could force rate hikes

2026-03-24T05:12:25.000Z
(Right) RBNZ governor Anna Breman, and chief economist Paul Conway and assistant governor Karen Silk at a news conference in Wellington, New Zealand, Feb 18, 2026.

New Zealand’s central bank done easing policy but risks are on both sides, top official says

2026-02-19T02:54:45.000Z
New Zealand’s pause comes at a time when global central banks are divided on policy as they grapple with disparate economic and inflation cycles.

New Zealand holds key rate, sees policy staying accommodative

2026-02-18T03:22:39.000Z