FX.co ★ Kiwi Dollar Mired at Six-Month Lows

The New Zealand dollar hovered around $0.572 on Tuesday, maintaining its downward trajectory near a six-month low. This decline is attributed to anticipated further easing measures by the Reserve Bank of New Zealand. Last week, policymakers unexpectedly implemented a substantial 50 basis point rate cut, reflecting increasing concerns about the country’s declining economic momentum. Additionally, officials suggested the possibility of further monetary support. Recent low PMI figures have strengthened this dovish outlook, prompting markets to anticipate another rate cut in November, with projections that rates could decrease to 2% by 2026. Investors are now keenly awaiting the Q3 inflation data due next week. Simultaneously, the New Zealand dollar faced additional pressure from a stronger US dollar, as markets observed signs of easing US-China trade tensions. Both nations have expressed readiness to resume dialogue ahead of a potential meeting between Presidents Trump and Xi.