Commentators talk up the credentials of RBNZ governor-to-be Dr Anna Breman as a time to ‘reset and reaffirm’ independence.
New UK stimulus measures put pressure on GBP and other global currencies.
Council of Trade Unions’ other economy suggestions include establishing National Investment Bank, and Ministry of Green Works.
Exporters the winners of a lower NZD/USD, importers feel squeeze.
Deputy governor Christian Hawkesby said the central bank was progressing through the most significant changes since reforms of the 1980s.
Westpac McDermott Miller Consumer Confidence Index rose 8.9 points in September quarter.
Energy crisis caused by war in Ukraine pushes Europe to decarbonise more quickly, seek climate friendly trading partners.
Nikko Asset Management outlines economic challenges and opportunities.
Economic wellbeing and prosperity were built with the benefit of a stable climate, Governor says.
Economists say economic numbers still volatile and suggest further hikes needed to cool inflation.