Kelly Eckhold

Kelly Eckhold

economist New Zealand

Kelly Eckhold is the chief economist at Westpac, where she provides insights and forecasts on economic trends and monetary policy. Recently, she projected a terminal cash rate of 3% for the current cycle, reflecting a cautious outlook amid changing economic conditions.

Global Media Ratings
Dominance
0.00%
Persistence
2 wks
Reach
12,668
Power
552$
Sentiment
6.20
Countries Mentioned
Country Mentions Sentiment Dominance + Persistence x Population = Reach x GDP (millions) = Power
New Zealand 5 6.20 0.22% +20% 4,822,233 12,668 $210,000 552$
Totals 5 4,822,233 12,668 $210,000 552$
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Recent Mentions

New Zealand New Zealand: Westpac chief economist Kelly Eckhold said the tariff shock would probably increase the odds of lower short-term interest rates. 6

The New Zealand Herald – country’s largest newspaper, est. 1863: What do US President Donald Trump’s tariffs mean for mortgage interest rates?

New Zealand New Zealand: Kelly Eckhold, Westpac chief economist, today flagged expectations that the Reserve Bank would cut the Official Cash Rate to 3.5% at its April meeting. 7

The New Zealand Herald – country’s largest newspaper, est. 1863: Barfoot & Thompson unsold houses hit record: 6200 places available

New Zealand New Zealand: Kelly Eckhold is the chief economist at Westpac who commented on the impact of Adrian Orr's resignation. 6

The New Zealand Herald – country’s largest newspaper, est. 1863: Construction / building sector likely to pick up after June, economists say

New Zealand New Zealand: Westpac chief economist Kelly Eckhold said he expected short-term mortgage and floating rates should drop further. 7

The New Zealand Herald – country’s largest newspaper, est. 1863: ANZ staff offered 4.75% two-year fixed home loan rate