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Three Factors Uplifting Confidence In New Zealand Economy
Monday, 21 March 2022, 7:12 pm | Kalkine
Highlights Most economies have been directly impacted by global supply chain disruptions, including New Zealand. The economic growth data for December 2021 quarter showed a remarkable improvement over the September 2021 quarter. As international travel ... More >>
How Is New Zealand’s Economy Faring Amidst Russia-Ukraine Conflict?
Wednesday, 16 March 2022, 4:22 pm | Kalkine
Summary New Zealand has been observing some improvement in its economic indicators over recent days. The momentum gained towards the 2021 end seems to be helping the economy stay resilient in the following months. Some green shoots are gleaming in ... More >>
How Can International Sanctions On Russia Impact The NZ Economy?
Friday, 11 March 2022, 7:03 pm | Kalkine
Summary The ripple effects of international sanctions imposed on Russia are being felt across the globe, including New Zealand. Russia is one of the biggest oil suppliers globally, which ships a large proportion of oil to European countries. ... More >>
Have Interest Rate Hikes In New Zealand Brought Forth Any Changes?
Wednesday, 9 March 2022, 7:25 pm | Kalkine
Summary Policy action has unfolded in the form of several closely timed interest rate hikes in New Zealand within a short span. The immediate effect of an interest rate hike has been felt across the forex market in the New Zealand dollar. ... More >>
How Is New Zealand Responding To Russia’s Invasion Of Ukraine?
Friday, 4 March 2022, 4:15 pm | Kalkine
Summary Several countries have extended their support to Ukraine through humanitarian aid, including New Zealand. New Zealand announced travel bans and restrictions on exports to the Russian military as a retaliatory measure. The domestic country is ... More >>
Will 2022 Bring Back Normalcy In The New Zealand Economy?
Tuesday, 1 March 2022, 6:16 pm | Kalkine
Highlights New Zealand is currently facing global headwinds in the form of pandemic-induced lockdowns and supply chain disruptions. The escalating Russia-Ukraine conflict has aggravated inflationary concerns. Lack of skilled labour and highly restrictive government ... More >>
How Can New Zealand Recover Its Lost Supply-Chain Strength?
Wednesday, 23 February 2022, 9:32 pm | Kalkine
Summary Supply-side constraints have been affecting businesses worldwide in the form of rising prices and delayed shipments. A growing concern has been the lack of a skilled workforce, especially in sectors such as yield harvesting. Government ... More >>
Are Property Market Dynamics Shifting In New Zealand?
Monday, 21 February 2022, 5:24 pm | Kalkine
Summary Price pressures have built up in the New Zealand property market, fuelling affordability concerns. Property prices have begun to show a subtle yet significant slowdown, bringing some respite to anxious homebuyers. While tighter lending restrictions ... More >>
How Are Crypto Regulations Taking Shape In New Zealand?
Wednesday, 16 February 2022, 4:32 pm | Kalkine
Summary There is an ongoing debate on whether the crypto ecosystem can function efficiently without regulatory oversight. Existing safety features have also fallen short in ensuring the safety of people’s money in cryptocurrencies. Most central ... More >>
Decoding The Risks Facing The New Zealand Economy
Friday, 11 February 2022, 5:25 pm | Kalkine
Summary The extent of the damage the Omicron variant can cause to the NZ economy is not known yet. The elevated price levels remain a threat to first-time homebuyers and potential sellers in the property market. Tourism operators are worried that ... More >>
Hey Kiwis! These Sectors Can Help You Beat Higher Inflation
Tuesday, 8 February 2022, 4:36 pm | Kalkine
Summary Inflation reached a 30-year high in 2021, recording its highest level since June 1990. It seems imperative for investors to cautiously invest in areas that can help them beat high inflation. Investors can turn to different market segments during ... More >>
These Trends Can Shape The Cryptocurrency Market In 2022
Friday, 4 February 2022, 5:00 pm | Kalkine
Summary The COVID-19 pandemic has been a boon for the cryptocurrency market. Investors continuously on the lookout for innovation could tap fresh opportunities in the cryptocurrency space. Some trends that can emerge in the crypto market in 2022 include stablecoin ... More >>
Inflation Remains Stubborn; Will Interest Rates Rise Further?
Tuesday, 25 January 2022, 4:09 pm | Kalkine
The COVID-19 pandemic has seen supply chain constraints worsening globally, which in combination with rebounding demand, has fuelled inflationary pressures. However, the never-ending demand for goods has kept the businesses afloat, saving the economy ... More >>
Four Property Market Trends To Focus On In 2022
Thursday, 20 January 2022, 5:57 am | Kalkine
Summary The property prices have been moving out of control since the onset of the pandemic. Real estate prices rose unevenly in 2021, with noticeable gains in suburban areas that were quite affordable in the past. The mortgage lending structure within ... More >>
Is New Zealand Economy On The Way Up?
Monday, 17 January 2022, 4:13 pm | Kalkine
Summary It seems the NZ central bank’s decision to increase interest rates was well-timed. The resilience of the NZ economy could be seen in the labour market, property market and the retail sector. The fast-spreading Omicron variant could invite ... More >>
2022 Is Here; What To Expect From The New Zealand Economy?
Wednesday, 12 January 2022, 6:36 am | Kalkine
Summary The relatively better-adjusted economy might bring some relief in 2022, even as the new Omicron variant continues to spread in New Zealand. The RBNZ’s hawkish policies do not resonate with the central bank policies across other advanced ... More >>
Decoding The Impact Of Omicron Variant On NZ Economy
Friday, 7 January 2022, 6:41 pm | Kalkine
Summary The Omicron variant has fuelled concerns around the endurance of improving parameters in the New Zealand economy. Reports suggest that the Delta variant was not as harmful to the economy as initially predicted. New Zealand recorded its first ... More >>
What Rising Inflation Means For The New Zealand Economy?
Wednesday, 5 January 2022, 6:17 am | Kalkine
Summary Inflationary pressures continue to remain high in New Zealand despite an interest rate hike by the RBNZ. Inflation may not always be detrimental to the economy as it stirs economic growth by generating higher revenues for domestic businesses. ... More >>
What Rising Inflation Means For The New Zealand Economy?
Wednesday, 5 January 2022, 6:16 am | Kalkine
Summary Inflationary pressures continue to remain high in New Zealand despite an interest rate hike by the RBNZ. Inflation may not always be detrimental to the economy as it stirs economic growth by generating higher revenues for domestic businesses. ... More >>
Should Investors Be Worried About The New Omicron Variant?
Monday, 13 December 2021, 9:08 am | Kalkine
The financial markets are once again experiencing virus-related disruptions amidst the recent outbreak of the Omicron variant. Ever since the pandemic ensued, instability in markets has become part and parcel of daily life. The stock markets have been ... More >>
