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2 September 2026


OCR & interest rates update - September 2026

By David Cunningham

The Reserve Bank increased the OCR by 0.25% on 2 September, taking us up to 2.75%. It's still having to strike a careful balance—between managing inflation and supporting our economic recovery—but the path ahead looks to be a slow and measured one. Here's what happened, and what it means for NZ borrowers and interest rates.

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15 September 2026


Investor update - September 2026

By Dave Tyrer

In our latest investor update, Dave Tyrer talks through some exciting new Squirrel product developments for both borrowers and investors—as well as an update on interest rates and investor returns.

Latest interest rates & property market updates

10 September 2026


Watch the latest interest rates and property market updates

By Squirrel

Watch our latest update on interest rates and the property market – covering house prices, the economy, the OCR and where mortgage rates might be heading. 

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9 September 2026


The 7 fintechs offering NZ’s best savings account alternatives

By David Cunningham

These days, the banks aren't your only option when it comes to managing your savings. A number of fintech players have come onto the scene in recent years, offering their own savings account alternatives—offering better rates, lower fees, and other investment options to help grow your money faster.

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