RBNZ policy remains open to rate increases as global shocks from the Middle East conflict impact the NZ economy.
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RBNZ policy remains open to rate increases as global shocks from the Middle East conflict impact the NZ economy.
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The Reserve Bank of New Zealand is managing monetary policy, noting that geopolitical conflict in the Middle East is driving inflation above target range.Also in this story
- RBNZ chief economist Conway stated that cost pressures linked to the Middle East could affect inflation.
- Westpac published previews regarding the Reserve Bank of New Zealand's monetary policy amid rising inflation driven by the Iran conflict.
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Reserve Bank of New Zealand
central bank of New Zealand
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Middle East
geopolitical region encompassing Egypt and most of Western Asia, including Iran
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- The Reserve Bank of New Zealand and Reserve Bank of Australia are considering interest rate hikes to counter energy shocks and rising consumer prices.
- Christopher Kent, RBA Assistant Governor, discussed how the Middle East conflict affects global growth expectations at a Commonwealth Bank conference.