Flurry of central banks mull rates amid uncertainty

Various central banks will decide this week on whether to lower, hike, or issue a stay on rates.

It comes during a period of significant geopolitical uncertainty in the Middle East, and flow-on effects for things such as oil and fuel prices.

ASB chief investment officer Frank Jasper said that,

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Kate McVicar Mon, 16 Mar 2026

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