22/07/2026
The latest figures from Stats NZ show that the pace of household cost increases has continued to slow, providing some welcome relief after a tough few years.
Interestingly, household living costs are actually rising slower than the official inflation rate. This difference is largely driven by falling interest payments and lower borrowing costs for homeowners.
While everyday budgets are still under strain, this shift opens up a great opportunity to review your expenses and check if your current mortgage structure is still working hard for you.
Click the link below to read our latest blog post for the full data breakdown and some practical steps to help you get ahead financially.
https://adviser.loanmarket.co.nz/loan-market-central/blog/household-living-cost-pressures-continue-to-ease/