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Keeping up-to-date with the economy can seem tough, especially with constant movement both locally in New Zealand and globally. Our Kiwibank economists contribute regular articles, videos and reports to keep you in the know, and provide topical and unique insights into the New Zealand economy.
Commentary & insights from economists
Tackling housing supply with demand measures
The Government has released its much-awaited housing policy response to the current housing crisis. Read our economist's take on tackling housing supply with demand measures.
Household Spending Insights
Read our previous Household Spending Trackers, with key spending trends and insights on how current events are affecting Kiwi spending.
Read our previous Household Spending Trackers, with key spending trends and insights on how current events are affecting Kiwi spending.
Economic updates
Kiwibank economists Jarrod Kerr, Jeremy Couchman and Mary Jo Vergara contribute regular articles to provide topical and unique insights into the New Zealand economy.
Kiwibank economists Jarrod Kerr, Jeremy Couchman and Mary Jo Vergara contribute regular articles to provide topical and unique insights into the New Zealand economy.
First View - weekly economic commentary
First View is a weekly report where our economists review key economic developments and what they may mean for the New Zealand economy.
First View is a weekly report where our economists review key economic developments and what they may mean for the New Zealand economy.
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