20-March-2026
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New Zealand Economy Grows in Fourth Quarter but Is Weaker Than Expected
19-Mar-2026

New Zealand's economy posted a modest gain in the fourth quarter, below analyst expectations, leading to a drop in the New Zealand dollar as markets saw more breathing room for the central bank. Official data out on Thursday showed gross domestic product rose 0.2% in the fourth quarter on the prior quarter, but was weaker than analysts' forecast of 0.4% and the Reserve Bank of New Zealand’s forecast of a 0.5% rise.

News Source:- https://money.usnews.com/investing/news/articles/2026-03-18/new-zealand-economy-grows-in-fourth-quarter-but-is-weaker-than-expected