Tech & commodities rise without data guardrails

Tech & commodities rise without data guardrails

Author: Interest.co.nz / Podcasts NZ, David Chaston, Gareth Vaughan, interest.co.nz October 6, 2025 Duration: 4:43
China holiday activity looks strong. Japanese markets love Takaichi. France in another political jam. Aussie inflation stays high. Many metals prices jump.

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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Podcast Episodes
Markets expect rate cut salve [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 4:58
Markets position for Fed decision. Another US factory survey weak. China data below expectations. Indonesia splashes stimulus. Climate risk in focus.
US economic prospects turn darker [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 8:12
US inflation rises along with jobless claims. US Federal deficit surges. US demographics turn negative. Japan PPI stable. China car sales rise. Aussie inflation expectations rise.
Eyes on US CPI for Fed-friendly result [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 6:27
US PPI up much less than expected. US mortgage applications jump. Japanese exporters bullish. China deflation worse. Global growth improves but US a laggard.
More US data weakness rattles bond markets [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 4:34
US inflation expectations rise, debt stress rises. Chinese exports rise. PM changes in Japan, France. Germany exports rise with factory output.
Markets gird for weakish US labour market report [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 6:04
US labour market data generally weak. US services sector stays expanding. Markets expect a Fed rate cut. China juices personal loans for consumption.
US hit with pessimistic data [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 5:26
US data very unimpressive. China services expand faster. Korea eyes joining the CPTPP. Australian GDP rises faster than expected.
US returns from holidays in a grumpy mood [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 5:15
Key US indicators point lower, risk appetite fades. Dairy prices drop. EU inflation stable. Global electricity demand surges. Gold rises sharply to new all-tim high