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Central Bank Rate Decisions Signal Cautious Outlook for Australasia

RBNZ Followed RBA's Leadership with a Hold

The Reserve Bank of New Zealand (RBNZ) recently opted to hold interest rates steady, aligning with the Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA), which also maintained current rates in a decision perceived by economists as somewhat cautious. This pause, often described as a "doubish hold," suggests that both banks are preparing the ground for possible future rate cuts, depending on how economic conditions evolve.