KiwiBank economist Sabrina Delgado joins the discussion on the potential rate cut from the Reserve Bank, disagreeing with the forecasted timing. The delay in expected rate cuts is analyzed, with insights on economic growth forecast, rising unemployment rates, and regional labor market risks. The housing market trends in New Zealand are also explored, focusing on factors like house price fluctuations, interest rates, migration impact, and regulatory changes.

Sabrina Delgado, an economist at Kiwibank, joins Bernard Hickey to discuss the future of New Zealand's economy in 2025. They dive into the effects of recent interest rate cuts and the potential for economic recovery. Key topics include the real estate market dynamics, the effects of net migration, and business confidence. Sabrina also highlights the necessity of monitoring inflation and labor market trends as crucial indicators that will shape the country’s economic resilience and growth in the coming year.