Although the Q1 CPI print was a touch stronger than we had predicted, we still expect inflation to return to the RBNZ’s 1-3% target band by Q3. However, given uncertainties around the inflation outlook, the balance of risks is now tilted towards the RBNZ cutting rates later than August, as we’re currently forecasting.
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