New Zealand Interest Rate Decision for October 2025: Benchmark Rate Lowered to 2.5%

The Reserve Bank of New Zealand announced its latest interest rate decision on October 8, 2025. The benchmark interest rate was set at 2.5%, below market expectations of 2.75% and down from the previous rate of 3.00%.The data is defined as the decision made by the Governor of the Reserve Bank of New Zealand on whether to adjust the benchmark interest rate, following consultations with senior bank officials and external advisors. The impact of this data indicates that a more hawkish policy stance would help support the New Zealand dollar.This data has an importance level of 3. The statistical method involves setting the benchmark interest rate, and the release frequency is eight times per year. The next announcement is scheduled for November 26, 2025.

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