Markets discount war risks

Markets discount war risks

Author: Interest.co.nz / Podcasts NZ, David Chaston, Gareth Vaughan, interest.co.nz March 16, 2026 Duration: 5:24
US economy delivers mixed results. Canada sees lower inflation. China reports positive data. India exports hold. Eyes on the RBA.

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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Chaotic US policymaking tests investor nerves [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 5:37
US jobs growth tame, consumer confidence dives. China industry profits rise. EU-India deal signed. Swedes eye euro. Australia business sentiment holds.
US mess drives precious metals [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 5:00
US durable goods orders 'rise'. Other US metrics unsupportive. Singapore factories hesitate. India & EU to sign major FTA. Precious metals zoom, with copper, tin.
Eyes on the 'Sell America' trade [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 8:40
China FDI weak, changes focus on iron ore. Japanese inflation eases. India busy. US leading index downbeat. Australia braces for CPI data.
Investors rush US alternatives [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 6:27
US data mixed. Japan's exports strong. EU sentiment rises. Australian labour market good. Container freight rates fall. Eyes on NZ CPI.
The debasement trade gathers momentum [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 3:51
Trump in full insult mode at Europe. US housing data mixed. Canada PPI soft. EU suspends approval of US trade deal. Equities can't hold rebound. Bitcoin falls.
The rise and rise of risk [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 5:08
Dairy prices hold firm. US labour market signals weakish. Chinese households defensive. Taiwan and Malaysia star. German investors upbeat. Worries about AI;.