Reserve Bank of New Zealand (RBNZ)
New Zealand central bank proposes cutting fifth of staff
RBNZ’s plan follows government’s announcement of 25% reduction in funding earlier this year
RBNZ survey respondents expect bank to cut policy rate
Business leaders and forecasters also expect weaker inflation in New Zealand over medium term
RBNZ seeks regulatory powers over payments system
Central bank says New Zealand’s High Value Clearing System currently poses significant risks
New Zealand expects continued easing amid trade uncertainties
RBNZ chief economist says tariff uncertainty likely to slow inflation and growth
RBNZ pushes back implementation of deposit-taker regulations
Central bank says rules will now come on line in December, rather than July, of 2028
New Zealand’s ageing population may drive down rates – study
RBNZ research says “grey wave” may make it harder to stimulate economy with cuts
New Zealand ends easing cycle with rate hold
Decision to keep policy rate at 3.25% after six consecutive cuts had been expected by economists
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Resilience against system breaches, ransomware and phishing attacks is in focus, alongside managing third-party risks and the threat of state actors to payment systems
People: RBNZ announces board appointments
Grant Spencer joins while Goldman alum Byron Pepper is reappointed
Rate changes have biggest impact on goods and housing – RBNZ study
Research analyses impact of rate hikes following pandemic-related inflation
Central Banking Awards 2025 ceremony honours shining stars
Oscars of central banking recognise excellence in the community
RBNZ says funding dispute triggered Orr’s resignation
Bank says ex-governor felt five-year financing package was “considerably” below what was necessary
RBNZ cuts by 25bp in sixth straight rate reduction
New Zealand’s central bank signals steeper easing cycle as tariff uncertainty dents growth outlook
AI poses financial stability risks, says RBNZ report
Market concentration among potential sources of instability, research finds
Natural interest rate driven by productivity growth – research
Population increase also plays important role in determining metric, RBNZ paper finds
New Zealand slashes funding to central bank by 25%
Some of RBNZ’s non-legislative functions “appear overstaffed”, says finance minister
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Policy-makers from Armenia, Thailand and New Zealand share perspectives on how to keep up with the ever-changing industry
New Zealand makes rate cut in response to tariffs
RBNZ eases policy by 25bp and points to trade war’s downside risks to growth
RBNZ extends acting governor’s term
Christian Hawkesby to remain in place for six months while board looks for permanent governor
RBNZ opens payment system to non-banks
Second phase will accept applications from payment service providers and overseas deposit-takers
New Zealand to review banks’ capital requirements
RBNZ to consult “international experts” as lenders demand looser prudential treatment
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