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28 October 2026


OCR & interest rates update - October 2026

By David Cunningham

The RBNZ held the Official Cash Rate steady at 2.75% on 28 October, bucking widespread market expectations of an increase. Here, we dive into the economic context behind the decision, as well as what it means for mortgage rates and borrowers.

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29 October 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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29 October 2026


All eyes on interest rates: Key OCR dates to watch for in 2026 & 2027

By Squirrel

The OCR has officially started its transition from stimulatory to more 'neutral' territory, but the RBNZ faces a careful balancing act which means the path ahead for interest rates is far from straightforward. Here are the key OCR to watch out for over the rest of 2026 and into 2027.

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23 October 2026


Investor update - October 2026

By Dave Tyrer

In this month's investor update, we're celebrating a pretty significant milestone for Squirrel investors—and Dave Tyrer chats through updates on withdrawal times and some recent media coverage.

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