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We believe monetary easing has further to run in the Antipodes. The case for policy stimulus is clear-cut in New Zealand, where the output gap is deeply negative. We have long argued that the RBNZ will cut rates to 2.5% this cycle, and analysts and investors have recently come around to our view. Meanwhile, we expect the RBA to cut rates to 2.85%, in response to the underwhelming economic recovery. However, with the labour market still tight and price pressures showing signs of flaring up, risks are tilted towards a less expansionary stance.
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