Adrian Orr
RBNZ to impose 18% capital ratio on big banks
Central bank finalises plans for substantial increase in minimum capital requirements
New Zealand’s life insurers failing to improve conduct risk management – Orr
RBNZ “underwhelmed” by response from life insurers to conduct recommendations
‘More effort’ needed to protect financial stability – RBNZ’s Orr
Central bank determined to raise capital requirements and improve behaviour in finance
RBNZ may raise insurance firms’ solvency levels
Governor expects review of insurers will lead to “series of thresholds”
Māori business principles support stability, says RBNZ’s Orr
Collectively-owned businesses are more stable, but many struggle to access capital, governor says
Orr: RBNZ ‘thinking hard’ about unconventional policy
Governor says tools not likely to be needed, but “we would be remiss not to be prepared”
RBNZ flags insurers’ weak governance and risk controls
Conduct and culture review finds un-updated data, poor customer eligibility and products charging excessive premiums
RBNZ launches strategy to become ‘best central bank’
Statement of intent for 2019–22 includes an update to RTGS system, and a “future of cash” plan
RBNZ highlights cash advantages as usage declines
New Zealand central bank aims to protect sectors of society more reliant on cash
RBNZ to promote internal use of Māori language
Agreement is part of wider efforts in New Zealand to revitalise language
RBNZ cuts rates to new low on ‘subdued’ outlook
Central bank opts to cut the policy rate despite being broadly on target, citing “headwinds”
RBNZ faces communication challenges in new policy framework
Some observers think new monetary policy committee may add confusion, but Orr appears to be focusing on broader topics
Walking the talk – engaging with indigenous communities
Mike Hannah says engaging with disadvantaged communities is increasingly recognised as important for a central bank’s work
RBNZ adopts new dual policy target
New Zealand’s central bank will now have maximum employment target alongside inflation goal
RBNZ keeps options open as rates stay on hold
Next rate move “could be up or down” says governor Adrian Orr
The winners of the 2019 Central Banking Awards
MAS wins central bank of the year, Karnit Flug awarded governor of the year and Zhou Xiaochuan recognised for lifetime achievement; 23 other awards announced
Central Banking Awards 2019: first winners announced
Reserve manager, initiative, asset manager, innovation in reserve management, global markets, custody and specialised lending awards unveiled
RBNZ launches charter in bid to improve relations with banks
Relationship Charter designed to ensure institutions follow appropriate conduct
RBNZ launches climate change strategy
New Zealand joins international group of central banks aiming to meet Paris agreement goals
New Zealand central bank lowers loan-to-value ratios
RBNZ governor says housing risks are falling, but says banks may need higher capital ratios
RBNZ and Fed ran similar policies despite different mandates, paper finds
New Zealand’s inflation target led to similar policies as Fed’s dual mandate, researchers find
New Zealand central bank keeps rates unchanged
RBNZ says policy must remain “supportive” as inflation remains below target mid-point
RBNZ makes major changes to leadership structure
Central bank to be headed by a senior leadership team
New Zealand Treasury secretary to attend monetary policy meetings
RBNZ’s amendment bill set to create a permanent observer position for the Treasury