Moody's Analytics reported on April 6 that the Reserve Bank of New Zealand is expected to keep its benchmark interest rate unchanged at 2.25% this week. According to Jin10, the decision comes as the bank weighs inflation concerns against the impact of rising energy prices on the economy. The report suggests that the central bank's Monetary Policy Committee may signal patience, emphasizing that short-term inflation pressures can be temporarily overlooked as the economy gradually stabilizes.