Reserve Bank expected to cut official cash rate today

NZ Herald1NewsWednesday 8 October 2025 · 2 outlets · 2 reports · updated

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The Reserve Bank is anticipated to reduce the official cash rate during its meeting this afternoon. While a cut is expected, economists are divided on whether the central bank will implement a quarter-point reduction or a larger decrease.

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First reported by NZ Herald, Wed 8 Oct 2025, 5:00am · 2 reports from 2 outlets over 60 minutes
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