Our key calls for 2019

GDP growth will probably weaken in both Australia and New Zealand in 2019. And even though the labour market may tighten a little further, inflation is unlikely to rise much. The upshot is that monetary policy will have to remain loose for longer than most anticipate and both the Australian and New Zealand dollars may plumb fresh lows.

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