The trend of New Zealand households reducing their discretionary and everyday expenditure, reflected in declining retail card spending and falling consumer confidence, often driven by factors such as rising interest rates, higher mortgage costs, and inflationary pressure.
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lower dining frequency amid economic pressure
Last call: 3000 hospitality businesses gone in a year as business feels the crunchcommon expenses being abandoned due to rising costs
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