Shamubeel Eaqub
Shamubeel Eaqub is the chief economist at Simplicity, a New Zealand-based investment management company. He is known for his expertise in economic analysis and commentary on the banking sector. Recently, Eaqub has been vocal about the competitive dynamics of New Zealand's mortgage market, questioning the high margins banks are charging and the implications for consumers. He emphasizes that the current lack of competition among banks could be driving these margins higher, which has become a focal point in discussions about interest rates and lending practices in the country.
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| Country | Mentions | Sentiment | Dominance | + Persistence | x Population | = Reach | x GDP (millions) | = Power |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| New Zealand | 2 | 6.50 | 0.09% | +0% | 4,822,233 | 4,380 | $210,000 | 191$ |
| Totals | 2 | 4,822,233 | 4,380 | $210,000 | 191$ |
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New Zealand:
Shamubeel Eaqub is an economist who discusses the trends in New Zealand house prices.
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New Zealand:
Shamubeel Eaqub, the chief economist at Simplicity, commented on the competitive nature of mortgage rates and bank margins.
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