Inflation & tariffs take center stage

Inflation & tariffs take center stage

Author: Interest.co.nz / Podcasts NZ, David Chaston, Gareth Vaughan, interest.co.nz July 20, 2025 Duration: 5:03
Eyes on NZ CPI. Japan government takes a drubbing, inflation eases. US housebuilding weaker except in Northeast. Will Trump fire Powell?; RBA minutes due.

Economy Watch is a regular analysis of the financial forces shaping life in New Zealand. Hosted by David Chaston and Gareth Vaughan from interest.co.nz, this podcast digs into the weekly data, policy shifts, and market movements that quietly dictate everything from mortgage rates and grocery bills to job prospects and investment returns. The conversation moves beyond headline numbers, offering context and clarity on what the Reserve Bank's latest decision means for your wallet, how global commodity prices ripple through to local farms, or why a change in migration statistics matters for the housing market. It’s a grounded, informed discussion for anyone who wants to understand the mechanics behind the news, whether you're managing a business, a portfolio, or simply a household budget. Tune in to Economy Watch for a clear-eyed perspective on the economic currents that define our everyday reality, delivered by journalists who have been tracking these stories for years. You'll find this podcast an essential tool for connecting the dots in a complex financial landscape.
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China's stimulus rally stumbles [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 4:35
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Powerful forces roil China and the US [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 4:01
Investors eye China equity market openings. Japan data disappoints. EU retail up. US eyes new Cat 5 storm.
Markets trade cautiously ahead of US NFPs [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 5:38
US services sector data solid. US port strikes near end. China property stocks reassessed. Container freight rates dip again
Hong Kong stocks go ballistic [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 4:15
US jobs indicator data good. Japanese sentiment firms. PMI's in Singapore & Australia dive. Hong Kong equity market in crazy frenzy.