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Markets brace for higher interest rates as economic data comes in mixed

Financial markets are adjusting to expectations of elevated interest rates while global economic indicators show mixed signals across major economies.

Skinny McBuntu

Global financial markets are focusing on the prospect of higher interest rates ahead. Economic data released shows varying momentum across regions, with some economies performing better than expected and others showing weakness. Currency and commodity markets are also moving, with the New Zealand dollar and oil prices responding to broader economic trends.

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Breakfast briefing: A higher rate future has financial market attention

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