ECB, 유럽 은행 간 국경 통합 확대 기대 
RBNZ cuts rates by 50 bpbs, as expected 
프랑스 5년 내 EU 적자 기준 맞출 수 있어, 중앙은행 총재 발언 
아시아 증시, 금리 인하 기대감에 상승… 일본은 BOJ 발표 후 상승폭 축소 
Australia’s Central Bank Predicts Gradual Inflation Slowdown, Adjusts Economic Forecasts 
일본은행 우에다 총재 기자회견 발언 
연준 결정이 시장에 미치는 장기적 영향 
Why is the Reserve Bank independent from government, and why does it matter? 
태국 중앙은행 총재, 정부 부양 압박에도 금리 인하 시기상조 
Fed 금리 인하 후 소형주 투자 수요 증가, 씨티은행 보고 
금리 인하로 금 강세 지속될 것, UBS 전망 
Fed's Evolving Role: Balancing Market Stability and Moral Hazard 
Economic Situation:
The Reserve Bank of New Zealand (RBNZ) has lowered the Official Cash Rate (OCR) by 50 basis points, reducing it from 4.75% to 4.25%. This decision aims to tackle a slowing economy and falling inflation rates, which are now within the RBNZ's target of 1% to 3%. Recent data shows that New Zealand's GDP has slightly declined, and inflation has eased, with the Consumer Price Index (CPI) increasing by just 2.2% in Q3 compared to 3.3% in Q2.
Future Outlook:
The RBNZ suggests that if the economy continues on this path, more cuts to the OCR could happen early next year, with predictions that it might reach around 3.5% by the end of next year.
Market Response:
In reaction to the announcement, banks like Kiwibank and ASB have lowered their lending rates. This is expected to make loans cheaper for both households and businesses.
Potential Effects:
By lowering interest rates, the RBNZ hopes to boost economic growth by making it more affordable for people to borrow money, which can encourage spending and investment. However, there are risks that this could lead to fluctuating inflation in the future, especially given uncertain global economic conditions.
This decision shows the RBNZ's proactive approach to managing New Zealand's economy during changing inflation rates and growth expectations.
