Economic Outlook New Zealand

New Zealand’s economy is bouncing back, with the International Monetary Fund (IMF) forecasting real GDP growth of 1.4% in 2025 and 2.7% in 2026. Inflation will likely stay within the Reserve Bank of New Zealand’s (RBNZ) 1-3% target band, though a slight uptick is expected in 2025 due to higher import prices and a weaker…