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On 9th April, the RBNZ dropped the OCR by a further 0.25% to 3.50%—meaning that now, if you look hard enough, you can almost see that 'neutral' OCR on the horizon. Here's how that could translate through to interest rates, and what all the global volatility going on right now means for us here in New Zealand.
Read the latest investor update including tax certificates, credit risk insights and how our reserve funds are tracking.
These days, the banks aren't your only option when it comes to managing your savings. A number of fintech players have come onto the scene in recent years, offering their own savings account alternatives—offering better rates, lower fees, and other investment options to help grow your money faster.
Now that we're well on the path to lower interest rates—and with more relief on the horizon—here are the key OCR dates you need to watch out for over the remainder of 2025.
