Former Reserve Bank governor reacts to Anna Breman appointment

Thursday 25 September 2025 · 2 outlets · 3 reports · updated Thu 25 Sep 2025, 9:17am

In this story Nicola Willis, Reserve Bank of New Zealand, Adrian Orr, Neil Quigley, Anna Breman

Former governor Don Brash expressed optimism regarding Anna Breman, the first woman to hold the role. However, a former economist described the appointment of the former Swedish central bank deputy governor as a risky call due to her lack of New Zealand exposure.

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1. RNZThu 25 Sep 2025, 5:19am

   Former Reserve Bank governor Don Brash optimistic about Anna Breman (opens in new tab)

   • Former RBNZ economist says new governor Anna Breman a 'risky' appointment (opens in new tab) Thu 25 Sep 2025, 8:51am
2. Otago Daily TimesThu 25 Sep 2025, 9:17am

   Reserve Bank governor appointment 'risky call': economist (opens in new tab)