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In its latest Outlook Harbour Asset Management says the Reserve Bank of Australia is something to watch and global equity markets remain volatile even though there is a constructive backdrop.

Key market movements

• Global equities got off to a strong start despite renewed geopolitical tensions. The MSCI ACWI fell 2.1% in NZD terms but rose 2.3% for NZD‑hedged investors, with currency moves dominating performance as US dollar softness offset solid underlying global momentum.
• New Zealand and Australian equities were mixed. The S&P/NZX 50 declined...MORE»

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