RBNZ holds but hints at future easing as outlook worsens

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Graeme Wheeler, RBNZ

The Reserve Bank of New Zealand (RBNZ) kept its policy rate at 2.5% today (January 28), but governor Graeme Wheeler hinted at future cuts to counter undershooting inflation. 

Annual CPI inflation, currently 0.4%, is expected to rise over 2016, but will take longer to reach the target range than previously expected, Wheeler said in a statement.

"Monetary policy will continue to be accommodative," he added, noting further easing "may be required over the coming year".

"The door to easing has

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