What does the US Fed mean for Australia and New Zealand

Any rise in government bond yields in Australia and New Zealand triggered by the US Fed taking a step closer to raising rates is likely to be temporary, while any weakening in the exchange rates of both economies will probably be sustained. As such, the prospect of higher rates in the US shouldn’t cause Australia and New Zealand many problems.

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