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Markets, Mystics and Mayhem

Kiwibank
New Zealand
Reserve Bank Of New Zealand
Inflation
New Zealand Economy
Housing Market
Oil Prices
Migration
Kiwi Economy
Interest Rates
Tariffs
Kiwi Dollar
New Zealand Dollar
Australia
Labor Market (new Zealand)
NZ Economy
Labour Market
Household Living Cost Price Index
Mortgage Rates
United States
Oil Price

Join the Kiwibank Economists and the occasional special guest on this weekly series. We'll delve into data, decipher policy decisions, monitor the markets and analyse the issues impacting the Kiwi economy. Hosted by Jarrod Kerr, Alexandra Turcu, and Elliott Lowe. Any views or information shared in this podcast, while given in good faith, aren't necessarily the view of Kiwibank.

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It's been a tough year, and petrol prices are squeezing Kiwi households once again. Forced to make trade-offs, the hardest struck are those who are already struggling.

The housing market is still falling slowly from grace. But the current downward t... more

* It's optimism galore this week! Kiwi businesses are gritting their teeth and getting on with it. They're looking through a soft September quarter with buckets of optimism about the future. We like it.

* The Government looks to be in a better fina... more

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We demystify what's happening with the Kiwi dollar, with a bit of help. We're joined by Hamish Wilkinson (Wilkie) and Adrian Lodge (Lodgey), who are two recurring guests on the podcast and both Senior Dealers in the Kiwibank Financial Markets Team. B... more

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The New Zealand economy squeezed out 0.2% growth over the June quarter. Not a massive number, but it's good to see it being positive at all!

Construction was a key driver of growth. Consumer spending took a hit in light of high petrol prices, a slow... more

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Recent Guests

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Episode: Generating ideas for investment
Lloyd Gutteridge
Teacher of 36 years; senior lecturer at AUT; IB examiner and curriculum advisor in business management
AUT; International Baccalaureate
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David Moore
Head of corporate and wholesale credit at Kiwibank
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Cristóbal Castro Barrientos
PhD student at New Zealand Policy Research Institute, AUT
New Zealand Policy Research Institute, AUT
Episode: It’s very NEET! High hurdles for tertiary education
Tim Olphert
Head of the Financial Markets team at Kiwibank
Kiwibank
Episode: The name is Bond, US Bond. The canary in the coal mine.
Dan Hayworth
Owner and founder of Box Design and Build
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Episode: Out of the box solutions for kiwi housing. Ft Box Design & Build
Belinda Newman
Treasurer
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Episode: The lay of the land in lending ft Belinda Newman
John Widdows
CEO of DSL Logistics
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Hosts

Jarrod Kerr
Host of Markets, Mystics and Mayhem
Alexandra Turcu
Host of Markets, Mystics and Mayhem
Elliott Lowe
Host of Markets, Mystics and Mayhem

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 21 ratings
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    Too much jargon and vague vernacular. Talk to other economists by all means but don’t imagine any one else can follow what you’re saying. Missed opportunity to add public value.

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Generating ideas for investment
Q: What themes look most investible beyond tech giants?
Themes like electrification, copper demand from data centers, ESG-aligned infrastructure, waste management, and energy transition technologies offer investible opportunities alongside traditional technology equities.
Generating ideas for investment
Q: How should investors think about the current concentration in the S&P 500?
Concentration exists, but diversification across themes and selective exposure to leading beneficiaries can help manage risk while still participating in growth, especially around AI and data-centre related equities.
Generating ideas for investment
Q: Is AI going to be a productivity game changer for NZ companies?
AI is a tool that can improve productivity but isn't a silver bullet; it requires investment and deployment across multiple sectors, including health care and infrastructure, to materialize long-term gains.
Generating ideas for investment
Q: What is driving the latest interest in active management versus passive indexing?
Active management is justified by the ability of top quartile managers to persistently outperform, while passive strategies are attractive for their lower fees; the best path is to select a high-quality manager with a repeatable process and a long-term track record.
Currency lowdown with the Kiwi southbound
Q: How does the new Swedish governor influence NZ dynamics?
Dr. Anna Breman's appointment is framed as part of a broader trend of central banks navigating post-COVID inflation with greater transparency, which could affect expectations and communications in global rates and, indirectly, NZ currency dynamics.

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A weekly, data-driven economics show led by a trio of Kiwibank economists, focusing on macro indicators, policy decisions, and market dynamics in New Zealand. Recent episodes center on labour market signals, central bank guidance, inflation drivers (notably energy costs), exchange rates, and shifts in consumer and business sentiment, often tying data releases to practical implications for firms and households. The format typically features the regular hosts, with occasional guests who provide currency or sector-specific perspectives, making for a practical read on the NZ economy with real-world anecdotes from clients and markets. The show stands out for its clear grounding in statistics and policy context, plus a consistent emphasis on how ... more

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