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Housing market softens in January as threat of rising rates looms

An economist warns that concern about rising interest rates may be a headwind.

Interest rate hike sooner? RBNZ expected to bring OCR rise forward as inflation risk grows

The RBNZ must find a balance between supporting the recovery and managing inflation risk.

One and two-year mortgages top of the pops again – ASB CEO

The bank was caught off guard by a December surge of borrowers fixing for longer terms.

Major bank hikes longer-term mortgage rates, lowers six-month rate

Upward movement good news for savers, but not homeowners.

ANZ lifts long-term home loan rates but cuts six-month deal

New Zealand's largest bank has also hiked interest rates on Pie funds and term deposits.

RBA raises cash rate, sees inflation pressure

The Reserve Bank of Australia has raised its cash rate to 3.85%.

Christmas debt spiral: 12,000 more Kiwis in debt in final two months of 2025

Kiwis urged to stay alert to financial stress.

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Mortgage holders jump ship in record numbers as banks dangle cash

Borrowers chase attractive cashbacks.