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Bollard raises rates and hints at further hikes
Reserve Bank governor Alan Bollard raised interest rates, blaming strong household demand, the strong housing market and relatively robust consumer confidence.
Economists predicts rates to be held
Most economists are expecting the Reserve Bank to hold interest rates steady when it releases its next monetary policy statement on Thursday but governor Alan Bollard’s comments are likely to be on the hawkish side.
Tasman mortgage group sold
Listed finance company Lombard has bought Tasman Mortgage Group.
Kiwibank campaign ends
Weekly Home Loan Report: Kiwibank has ended its two week price-cutting campaign designed to attract business from borrowers refinancing off maturing fixed rate deals. The bank has increased its 6-month to 3-year fixed term rates by 10 to 25 basis points.
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