Kiwi Rally May Lose Steam as Rate Cuts Loom for Sluggish Economy
With the economic recovery still uneven, strategists see the kiwi's gain likely topping out at 62 US cents by year-end, according to a median forecast compiled by Bloomberg. Kiwibank anticipates a decline to 60 US cents if the Reserve Bank of New Zealand reduces borrowing costs.
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