Official Cash RateBiggest surge in building costs since 2005Costs have soared in the past 12 months undermining efforts to address New Zealand's affordability with increased housing supply.26 Jan 04:30 AM
OpinionBernard HickeyBernard Hickey: The year of big numbersLess than half of young renters voted at the last election, and more than 90 per cent of property owners over the age of 50 voted.17 Dec 04:00 PM
Official Cash RateReserve Bank warns credit unionThe Reserve Bank has issued a formal warning to Aotearoa Credit Union over its failure to meet its anti-money laundering obligations.12 Dec 01:07 AM
Official Cash RateHome owners face rising interest ratesSome mortgage holders are breaking their fixed terms early to lock in longer term rates before they rise further, says a broker.11 Dec 02:10 AM
BDBDOfficial Cash RateReserve Bank: 'Strong economic growth' aheadReserve Bank governor Graeme Wheeler says the prospects are good for "continued strong growth" in the New Zealand.07 Dec 08:45 PM
BDBDOfficial Cash RateReserve Bank immigration forecasts wrongReserve Bank Governor Graeme Wheeler said he accepts the central bank got its migration forecasts wrong.07 Dec 01:53 AM
EditorialEditorial: Income limit on mortgage may be usefulIt is hard to understand why Finance Minister is wary about giving the Reserve Bank the power it wants to impose an income limit on house mortgage lending.04 Dec 04:00 PM
Official Cash RateValuers rubbish debt-to-income toolDebt to income limits would damage the Auckland housing market and New Zealand's economy, property valuers say.01 Dec 12:37 AM
Official Cash RateNZ's bank notes made with animal fat?The Reserve Bank is making inquiries to find out whether or not New Zealand's bank notes contain animal fat, as they do in the UK.29 Nov 11:07 PM
Official Cash RateHow Trump affects your interest ratesWATCH: Donald Trump is set to have a profound effect on the mortgage rates of New Zealanders.09 Nov 11:58 PM
BDBDOfficial Cash RateRBNZ's new oversight for payments systemsReserve Bank deputy governor Grant Spencer is signalling a new supervision regime for the country's payments system, two years after 07 Nov 11:30 PM
OpinionBrian FallowBrian Fallow: Interest rates ready to turn?COMMENT: Depositors are in line for better returns - but it won't be soon.03 Nov 05:00 PM
BDBDEmploymentNZ jobless rate falls below 5 per centNew Zealand's unemployment rate fell below 5 per cent for the first time since December 2008.01 Nov 10:04 PM
Official Cash RateFirst-home buyers: Do you have $682k?House prices may be starting to drop in Auckland- but it will still cost first home-buyers an average of $682k.27 Oct 04:50 PM
OpinionBrian FallowBrian Fallow: Does a missed target matter?COMMENT: The Reserve Bank has some explaining to do.20 Oct 05:15 PM
Official Cash RateInflation drops to near zeroNew Zealand's rate of annual inflation has dropped to just 0.2 per cent for the year to September 30.17 Oct 09:45 PM
OpinionLiam DannInflation now at dangerously low levelCOMMENT: Inflation data due today is tipped to show the economy skating dangerously close to deflation, writes Liam Dann.17 Oct 05:41 PM
OpinionLiam DannWhy life feels expensiveNew data tomorrow is expected to show inflation near zero - so why does it feel like the cost of living is rising?16 Oct 09:06 PM
Official Cash RateInvestors snapping up Auckland housesOne in seven houses sold in Auckland are being bought by people who already own five or more properties.14 Oct 04:00 PM
BDBDOfficial Cash RateRBNZ, Fed keep rate action for later this yearReserve Bank Governor Graeme Wheeler says more easing is needed to get inflation back within the target band.21 Sep 11:25 PM
BDBDOfficial Cash RateNo rate cut expected next weekThe Reserve Bank is expected to hold fire from cutting interest rates next week until it can get a better steer on the inflation outlook18 Sep 04:02 AM
Official Cash RateHome owners: Are rates about to rise?A former member of the Reserve Bank's Monetary Policy Committee is questioning wide-spread expectations that interest rates will remain low.08 Sep 06:00 PM
Official Cash RateReserve Bank staff scheme halts bomb investmentsTrustees of the Reserve Bank staff superannuation fund have confirmed that it has investments in companies that may be involved in 01 Sep 11:25 PM
Official Cash RateAuckland houses tipped to hit $1mAn analyst says it's "safe to assume" the average Auckland house price will pass $1 million this month.27 Aug 12:19 AM
Official Cash RateDollar soars on Reserve Bank speechGovernor Graeme Wheeler outlines why he doesn't see the need to take a slash and burn approach to interest rates.22 Aug 09:50 PM
OpinionLiam DannLiam Dann: Economics shifts leftCOMMENT: Low inflation, low wage growth is creating asset bubbles, exacerbating inequality and driving instability, writes Liam Dann.16 Aug 04:13 AM
OpinionBernard HickeyHickey: Hey banking boss, you had one jobCOMMENT: The Reserve Bank may be missing its target, but we shouldn't give up so easily just because it is hard to hit.13 Aug 05:00 PM
OpinionBrian FallowBrian Fallow: Cash rate cut defies realityCOMMENT: There is little NZ can do about high dollar or inflation.11 Aug 09:20 PM
Official Cash RateNot much chop - kiwi dollar spike defies cutReserve Bank Governor Graeme Wheeler talks to Liam Dann about the issues behind the rates cut decision.11 Aug 06:20 PM
Official Cash RateExporters' hopes hit by bounceThe export sector's hopes for a lower exchange rate were dashed yesterday.11 Aug 05:00 PM
OpinionLiam DannDann: Rate cut, dollar rise...mad worldCOMMENT: Despite a 0.25 cash rate cut to a record low of 2 per cent, our dollar shot up almost one US cent this morning.11 Aug 06:08 AM
Official Cash RateLabour calls for Monetary Policy reviewLabour has called for an urgent review of monetary policy - saying the reaction to today's rates cut shows change is needed.10 Aug 11:50 PM
BDBDOfficial Cash RateDollar rises ahead of RBNZ decisionThe kiwi dollar tops 72 US cents ahead of the interest rate call by Reserve Bank governor Graeme Wheeler10 Aug 05:17 AM
