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NZ dollar recovers ground against trans-Tasman counterpart
The New Zealand dollar recovered ground against its trans-Tasman counterpart after falling unemployment firmed up expectations for a rate hike by the local central bank.
China falls from high
Shaky data out of China lately has economists keeping a wary eye on New Zealand's largest trading partner.
Kiwi dollar tipped to fall this week
Signs of a revival in the Aussie economy have prompted that nation's central bank to remove its easing bias.
Ditch the credit card debt
Credit card debt has reached a record high - and if you're keen to get rid of yours faster, it pays to hunt for the best deal.
Economic bragging rights shift across the Tasman
When Joe Hockey used to hold up New Zealand as some sort of economic benchmark, it would leave a few people scratching their heads.
Odds on March rise in OCR
Most forecasters believe the Reserve Bank will avoid raising interest rates on Thursday.
Safe as houses until disaster strikes
Visiting expert points to Christchurch as example of cities or cultures that struggle to recover after catastrophe.
39,000 join bank fees lawsuit
Almost 39,000 people have now signed up to take part in legal action against alleged unfair penalty fees charged by New Zealand banks.
Dollar slips on speculation US Fed will further trim asset purchases
The dollar fell against the greenback amid speculation the Federal Reserve will further trim its bond buying programme next week.
Banks 'stress-testing' mortgagors
Major banks are "stress-testing" mortgage borrowers to ensure they will be able to meet repayments when higher interest rates hit.
'No justification' for OCR rise - EMA
The economic recovery will stall if banks have their way and interest rates are lifted in January, the EMA says.
OCR hike unlikely next week
Accelerating inflation isn't expected to sway the Reserve Bank from a March rate hike, as rising consumer prices firm up the outlook of a strengthening economy.
Dollar little changed ahead of inflation data
The NZ dollar was little changed ahead of local inflation data which is expected to inform the Reserve Bank's decision when it reviews monetary policy next week.