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Why now would be a good time for the Reserve Bank of New Zealand to publish stress test results for individual banks

Written by Martien Lubberink, Associate Professor of Economics, Te Herenga Waka — Victoria University of Wellington

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Set against the backdrop of an economy healing from 2020’s annus horribilis, this week’s Financial Stability Report (FSR) from the Reserve Bank (RBNZ) was cautiously reassuring: the country’s financial system is sound, though vulnerabilities remain.

Banks have managed to increase their capital buffers,...

NZ’s $2.5 billion shoddy building bill: how to fix the ‘build now, fix later’ culture
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ASIC flags $40 million in refunds after review of risky financial products
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What to expect from car subscription models in 2026
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Silver and gold hit record highs – then crashed. Before joining the rush, you need to know this
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Traditions of Rural Bali at Villa Sabana
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Essential Reasons to Opt for a Professional Valuation Before Selling Your Commercial Property
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With Australian steel and aluminium set to incur US tariffs, global uncertainty will be our next challenge
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The Senate is set to approve it, but what exactly is the Trans Pacific Partnership?
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Payroll Under Pressure: Why Mid-Sized SMEs Struggle to Keep Pay Accurate

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Refunds to Revenue: AI and loyalty perks help retailers in post-holiday hangover

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Stop reading from the script: Why authenticity is the customer success secret weapon

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From Check-in to Touchdown: How AI and smarter systems are transforming the travel industry

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Online Christmas shoppers fund climate and biodiversity projects via HealthPost's Click Sphere for Good initiative

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US landmark settlement protects SMEs, highlighting flaws in the RBA's proposed blanket card surcharging ban for Australia

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Why now would be a good time for the Reserve Bank of New Zealand to publish stress test results for individual banks

NZ’s $2.5 billion shoddy building bill: how to fix the ‘build now, fix later’ culture

ASIC flags $40 million in refunds after review of risky financial products

Australia’s Pacific worker scheme is far from perfect – but we can make it better

What to expect from car subscription models in 2026

NZ’s finance industry is required by law to treat customers fairly – but how do we define ‘fair’?

Silver and gold hit record highs – then crashed. Before joining the rush, you need to know this

Traditions of Rural Bali at Villa Sabana

Essential Reasons to Opt for a Professional Valuation Before Selling Your Commercial Property

With Australian steel and aluminium set to incur US tariffs, global uncertainty will be our next challenge

The Senate is set to approve it, but what exactly is the Trans Pacific Partnership?

Why It's Smart to Get CoolSculpting Before the Warmer Months

Payroll Under Pressure: Why Mid-Sized SMEs Struggle to Keep Pay Accurate

Refunds to Revenue: AI and loyalty perks help retailers in post-holiday hangover

Stop reading from the script: Why authenticity is the customer success secret weapon

From Check-in to Touchdown: How AI and smarter systems are transforming the travel industry

Online Christmas shoppers fund climate and biodiversity projects via HealthPost's Click Sphere for Good initiative

US landmark settlement protects SMEs, highlighting flaws in the RBA's proposed blanket card surcharging ban for Australia

How Contiki is Redefining Travel for Young Adventurers

Navigating the Cosmetic Advertising Crackdown Before September Guidelines Hit

Defining Actionable AI for Australian IT Efficiency and Security