Inflation drops below 3% for first time since 2021
Forecasts show easing driven by lower fuel prices
Net migration drops to lowest level since 2023
Lenders respond to lower cash rate
Economists predict swift moves on OCR
Optimism grows, but demand remains weak
Business outlook and jobs key
Westpac and ASB: NZ GDP drop less severe than feared
August shows no spending surge despite policy changes
Prices drop, easing inflation concerns
