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We've almost done it, folks—we've nearly made it out the other side of 2025. And that means it's time to stop and reflect on the year that's been and what might be in store over the next 12 months. The good news is that 2026 is shaping up to be a year of a lot more stability.
For our final investor update of 2025, Dave Tyrer talks through the latest rate changes across Squirrel's term investments and Monthly Income Fund, what's happening with investor wait times and a quick update on the housing market.
According to some economists, the outlook for New Zealand GDP growth next year is less than ideal—citing few economic growth drivers outside of a strong primary sector and inbound tourism. But Rodney Dickens reckons they're missing a trick.
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.
