Kiwi Economics

We make the big economic issues, here and overseas, relevant to Kiwi. Stay up-to-date with detailed economic analysis and forecasts from our economists who provide topical and unique insights into the New Zealand economy.

Latest commentary & insights

12 DECEMBER 2024

Keep calm and carry Kiwi

In collaboration with the Kiwibank Financial Markets team, we have updated our view on the Kiwi dollar and other key crosses. Central banks are winning the war on inflation. Interest rates are falling, at home and abroad. Currencies are responding.

10 DECEMBER 2024

From material to memorable: Beyond Black Friday

09 DECEMBER 2024

The compounding contraction in construction continues... more rate cuts are required

09 DECEMBER 2024

Chart of the Week: Insights into the Kiwi commercial property market

Our COTW takes a look into what’s been happening across commercial property over the past couple of years. Just like the housing market, commercial property has a harsh economic climate brought about by the RBNZ. But shifts in demand have also played a role in the downturn, with some sectors doing it tougher than others.