This week on *Westpac’s Australia & New Zealand Weekly*, we unpack the Reserve Bank of Australia’s latest rate cut and what it signals about inflation and domestic demand. We also analyze New Zealand’s newly released Budget and the potential path ahead for the Reserve Bank of New Zealand. With global uncertainties looming, our economists dive into key international developments and preview critical upcoming data from China, Japan, Europe, and the U.S. Plus, updated forecasts on interest rates and exchange rates to help you stay ahead.