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• Global risk sentiment remains cautious, prompting investors to trim exposure to Asia-Pacific equities, including New Zealand.

• Multiple income sources reduce financial risk

• The Federal Reserve adjusts interest rates primarily to achieve its dual mandate of maximum employment and price stability.

The United States Federal Reserve (Fed) is often described as the world's most influential central bank. While its primary mandate is to promote maximum employment, stable prices, and moderate long-term interest rates within the United States, the Fed's decisions extend far beyond American borders. …