由于全球紧张局势,新西兰商业信心下降至2024年底以来的最低水平. New Zealand business confidence dropped to lowest level since late 2024 amid global tensions.

新西兰商业信心在3月季度大幅下降,跌至自2024年底以来的最低水平,因为伊朗冲突和全球紧张局势给经济带来了负担. New Zealand business confidence dropped sharply in the March quarter, falling to its lowest level since late 2024, as the Iran conflict and global tensions weighed on the economy. 虽然整体活动保持稳定,但各行业的企业变得更加谨慎,特别是在建筑领域,并减少了招聘和投资计划. While overall activity remained stable, firms across sectors grew more cautious, particularly in construction, and reduced hiring and investment plans. 预计美联储将根据通货膨胀趋势在7月份提高利率. The Reserve Bank is expected to raise interest rates in July, depending on inflation trends.