Oil shock: Iran crisis sends markets into turmoil as central banks hold rates steady
Agencies The global economic landscape in early May 2026 is defined by a high stakes tug-of-war between resilient…
Person killed in car and truck crash, part of SH1 closed between Tokoroa and Taupō
They said, “One person was located deceased at the scene”. “One other person received serious injuries and was…
Flooding closes Central Hawke’s Bay roads, hall surrounded by water, heavy rain warning extended for Tararua
Heavy rain fell across the region overnight, with severe thunderstorms striking coastal areas south of Cape Kidnappers. Several…
Japan’s energy hunt runs into China’s lead in Central Asia, Latin America
Energy Tokyo scours globe for new oil and gas sources but has few leads beyond the US Japan…
Gold’s Tug-of-War: Geopolitics and Policy Lock Horns
Gold consolidates as Iran ceasefire expiry and Fed rate pause loom. Central bank buying provides a floor, while…
State Highway 2 crash near Ōtāne leaves one person critically injured
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Gold’s Tug-of-War: Geopolitics and Policy Lock Horns
Gold consolidates as Iran ceasefire expiry and Fed rate pause loom. Central bank buying provides a floor, while…
Gold’s Dual Narrative: Central Bank Accumulation Meets Inflationary Gridlock
Gold faces pressure from high US rates but finds strong support from expanding global central bank demand, driven…
Geopolitical tensions may bolster Hong Kong office demand as Gulf capital looks east
Hong Kong’s reputation as a safe haven could be reinforced by the geopolitical shock waves from the US-Israel…
DAX Faces Pivotal Week of Earnings and Central Bank Signals
German DAX gained 2.7% but faces resistance near 24,172. Persistent inflation and Middle East tensions challenge ECB rate…
Gold’s Dual Engine: Central Bank Accumulation and a $6,300 Forecast
Gold gains as central banks buy 27 tonnes in Feb & major banks issue bullish targets up to…
What Is a Central Bank Digital Currency?
A central bank digital currency (CBDC) may sound like a harmless upgrade to modern payments. But for critics,…