The Reserve Bank's decision to hold the OCR in place at 5.5 percent has inspired some banks to lower their rates.

This is despite some economists warning inflation is still running too high at this point.

HSBC chief economist Paul Bloxham says New Zealand's Reserve Bank is one of the only central banks in the world saying rates might need to go up again.

The Reserve Bank's decision to hold the OCR in place at 5.5 percent has inspired some banks to lower their rates.
This is despite some economists warning inflation is still running too high at this point.
HSBC chief economist Paul Bloxham says New Zealand's Reserve Bank is one of the only central banks in the world saying rates might need to go up again.

With a straight down the middle approach, Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive on Newstalk ZB delivers the very latest news and views to New Zealanders as they wrap up their day.

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Paul Bloxham: HSBC chief economist on the Reserve Bank's decision to hold the OCR in place for longer

A senior UK Cabinet minister is the latest to call for Sir Keir Starmer to step aside after poor local election results last week.

Four Labour MPs have quit as ministerial aides and more than 70 MPs, including Home Secretary Shabana Mahmood, have publicly urged the Prime Minister to resign or set out a timetable for leaving. 

UK correspondent Enda Brady says it's unknown who could take over Starmer's role, but the pressure is mounting.

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A senior UK Cabinet minister is the latest to call for Sir Keir Starmer to step aside after poor local election results last week.
Four Labour MPs have quit as ministerial aides and more than 70 MPs, including Home Secretary Shabana Mahmood, have publicly urged the Prime Minister to resign or set out a timetable for leaving.&nbsp;
UK correspondent Enda Brady says it's unknown who could take over Starmer's role, but the pressure is mounting.
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Enda Brady: UK correspondent on the additional calls for Sir Keir Starmer to resign

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Treasurer Jim Chalmers is set to deliver the next Australian federal budget, and reports indicate it's going to be focused on housing.

It's likely new property tax reforms will be unveiled, with an expected crackdown on capital gains tax discounts and negative gearing.

HSBC Chief Economist Paul Bloxham explained further.

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Treasurer Jim Chalmers is set to deliver the next Australian federal budget, and reports indicate it's going to be focused on housing.
It's likely new property tax reforms will be unveiled, with an expected crackdown on capital gains tax discounts and negative gearing.
HSBC Chief Economist Paul Bloxham explained further.
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Paul Bloxham: HSBC Chief Economist ahead of Australia's 2026 federal budget

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Rabobank has just released their latest agribusiness monthly report for May, and it's good news for Kiwi farmers.

The report has positive prospects for beef and dairy, thanks to ongoing international demand.

The Country's Jamie Mackay explained further.

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Rabobank has just released their latest agribusiness monthly report for May, and it's good news for Kiwi farmers.
The report has positive prospects for beef and dairy, thanks to ongoing international demand.
The Country's Jamie Mackay explained further.
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Jamie Mackay: The Country host on what the latest Rabobank agribusiness monthly report means for Kiwi farmers

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Paul Bloxham: HSBC chief economist on the Reserve Bank's decision to hold the OCR in place for longer

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