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New episodes: Daily
Typical length: 10 min
Latest: 12 Oct 2026
Language: English

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12 Oct 2026 · 9 minNew

Tuesday: Oil prices up as Ukraine ceasefire fails

Oil prices rise 2% as Donald Trump’s plan for a ceasefire between Ukraine and Russia fails to stick. The Reserve Bank of India adds to its currency market intervention toolkit. India’s inflation rate surges. And the Kiwi dollar hits a 15-year low. In our deep dive interview, ANZ’s Chief Economist for Southeast Asia and India, Sanjay Mathur, analyses Malaysia’s Budget. Before accessing this podcast, please read the disclaimer at https://www.anz.com/institutional/five-in-five-podcast/

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11 Oct 2026 · 10 minNew
Monday: Attacks escalate on Saudi Arabia
New attacks on Saudi Arabia over the weekend are the worst in a decade, threatening to widen the Middle East conflict. The Reserve Bank of India moves to shore up the rupee. And New Zealand diesel costs are set to rise. In our deep dive interview, ANZ Economist Dhiraj Nim analyses the costs and risks from the Reserve Bank of India’s previous interventions to encourage foreign capital inflows. Before accessing this podcast, please read the disclaimer at https://www.anz.com/institutional/five-in-five-podcast/
8 Oct 2026 · 10 min
Friday: Taiwan exports surge 60% on AI
Oil prices surge as much as 5% on new supply fears. Fed minutes indicate more hikes to come. France’s Government faces a crunch week of budget debates. And Taiwan’s exports surge on AI demand. In our deep dive interview, ANZ Head of Asia Research Khoon Goh explains how Singapore is facing up to global inflation pressures and rising bond yields. Before accessing this podcast, please read the disclaimer at https://www.anz.com/institutional/five-in-five-podcast/
7 Oct 2026 · 9 min
Thursday: Reserve Bank of India hikes rates
The Reserve Bank of India hikes rates as higher energy prices feed into the economy. Japanese wages rise again, which is supporting the Bank of Japan’s tightening. And Taiwan is set to hike rates after an inflation surprise. In our deep dive interview, ANZ New Zealand Chief Economist Sharon Zollner reviews the latest ANZ customer card spending data for clues on how the Kiwi economy is performing. Before accessing this podcast, please read the disclaimer at https://www.anz.com/institutional/five-in-five-podcast/
6 Oct 2026 · 9 min
Wednesday: RBA dents Australian confidence
Australian consumer confidence drops in the week when the Reserve Bank of Australia hikes, but the labour market is resilient as job ads grow. And business price indicators ease in New Zealand in a good sign for the Reserve Bank of New Zealand. In our deep dive, interview ANZ FX Analyst Kausani Basak explains how the El Nino weather pattern is set to affect inflation in the Philippines. Before accessing this podcast, please read the disclaimer at https://www.anz.com/institutional/five-in-five-podcast/
5 Oct 2026 · 10 min
Tuesday: Bond markets sell off despite Fed views
US bond yields rise to fresh record-highs, despite markets lowering expectations for imminent Fed rate hikes. The Reserve Bank of New Zealand will eye up a key business survey today for inflation signs. And Vietnam’s economy grows 9.9%. In part two of our deep dive interview with ANZ Chief Economist for Greater China Raymond Yeung explains the economic implications of the tipping point in China’s ageing population. Before accessing this podcast, please read the disclaimer at https://www.anz.com/institutional/five-in-five-podcast/
4 Oct 2026 · 10 min
Monday: Europe releases diesel stocks
US jobs growth is lower than expected, but bond yields still rise. Europe agrees to Donald Trump’s demand to release diesel stocks or face a US export ban. The Kiwi dollar is near its lows, and New Zealand consumers aren’t feeling the recovery. In our deep-dive interview, ANZ’s Chief Economist for Greater China, Raymond Yeung, explains why a peak in China’s working age population this year is important. Before accessing this podcast, please read the disclaimer at https://www.anz.com/institutional/five-in-five-podcast/
1 Oct 2026 · 10 min
Friday: Bonds volatile as inflation fear dominates
Bond yields rise sharply, and then swing down in a volatile night for interest rates and currencies. Bank of Japan rate setters talk about faster hikes. And data centre investment continues to boost Australian imports. In our deep-dive interview, ANZ Economist Sophia Angala analyses how capital city house prices are faring in a slowing market. Before accessing this podcast, please read the disclaimer at https://www.anz.com/institutional/five-in-five-podcast/
30 Sep 2026 · 10 min
Thursday: Fed hike bets fall after softer inflation
US inflation is weaker than expected, lowering Fed rate hike bets. Australia’s inflation rate dips, but remains broad. And New Zealand firms may be holding back from passing on higher fuel costs into prices. In our deep-dive interview, ANZ Senior Economist Miles Workman analyses the latest forecasts from New Zealand’s Treasury, released ahead of the November 7 General Election. Before accessing this podcast, please read the disclaimer at https://www.anz.com/institutional/five-in-five-podcast/
29 Sep 2026 · 10 min
Wednesday: RBA hikes, another on the cards
The Reserve Bank of Australia hikes, with another one expected as high fuel prices feed into inflation, but the Aussie dollar falls to a two-month low. And New Zealand’s Treasury lowers its bond auction plans. In our deep-dive interview, ANZ Head of Australian Economics Adam Boyton explains why the RBA may hike again. Before accessing this podcast, please read the disclaimer at https://www.anz.com/institutional/five-in-five-podcast/
28 Sep 2026 · 10 min
Tuesday: RBA expected to hike today
Oil prices edge up, and bond yields keep rising, which shunts gold down. The Reserve Bank of Australia is expected to hike today, and New Zealand’s budget deficit forecasts are forecast to fall. And Singapore’s factories are going gangbusters. In our deep-dive interview, ANZ Senior Economist Miles Workman previews New Zealand’s Budget Update due today before a general election on November 7. Before accessing this podcast, please read the disclaimer at https://www.anz.com/institutional/five-in-five-podcast/
27 Sep 2026 · 9 min
Monday: US 30-year bond yield hits 5.5%
Bond yields rise to new 24-year highs. Oil prices closed down on Saturday, but that was before Donald Trump rejected Iran’s latest peace offer. And all eyes are on the yen this week ahead of key Japanese data. In our deep-dive interview, ANZ Group Chief Economist Richard Yetsenga explains why ANZ Research increased its official cash rate calls for a range of central banks last week. Before accessing this podcast, please read the disclaimer at https://www.anz.com/institutional/five-in-five-podcast/
24 Sep 2026 · 9 min
Friday: US bond market selloff marches on
Oil prices and US bond yields rise again. Australia’s labour market continues to gradually weaken. And ANZ Research upgrades its New Zealand farmgate milk price forecast because of higher oil prices. In our deep-dive interview, ANZ Economist Dhiraj Nim explains how expectations for higher oil prices have led ANZ Research to change its Reserve Bank of India rate call to three hikes at its next three meetings. Before accessing this podcast, please read the disclaimer at https://www.anz.com/institutional/five-in-five-podcast/
23 Sep 2026 · 10 min
Thursday: Trump supports US diesel export ban
Donald Trump supports a US diesel export ban. US Treasury yields surge after a weak bond sale, and after another oil price spike and strong growth data fires up Fed hike expectations. The RBA will focus on Australian jobs data today. In our deep-dive interview, ANZ Economist Bansi Madhavani explains why ANZ Research expects the Bank of England (BOE) is set to hike rates. Before accessing this podcast, please read the disclaimer at https://www.anz.com/institutional/five-in-five-podcast/
22 Sep 2026 · 10 min
Wednesday: Inflation expectations rise on oil
Oil prices drop on hopes the Strait of Hormuz and a Saudi pipeline will open, but the energy price spike is hitting inflation. Australian consumers are gloomier, and the RBNZ warns of higher inflation. In our deep-dive interview, ANZ Commodities Strategist Soni Kumari explains why ANZ Research is expecting persistently higher oil prices. Before accessing this podcast, please read the disclaimer at https://www.anz.com/institutional/five-in-five-podcast/
21 Sep 2026 · 9 min
Tuesday: ANZ Research lifts cash rate forecasts
Oil prices fall on hopes for a peace deal in the Middle East. ANZ Research changes its cash rate forecasts for the Reserve Bank of Australia, the Reserve Bank of New Zealand and the Bank of England to see more hikes, while China stays on hold. In our deep-dive interview, ANZ’s New Zealand Chief Economist Sharon Zollner, explains why she thinks the RBNZ needs to hike three more times, rather than once. Before accessing this podcast, please read the disclaimer at https://www.anz.com/institutional/five-in-five-podcast/
20 Sep 2026 · 10 min
Monday: Bank of Japan hikes, but dovishly
The Bank of Japan hikes, but with a dovish split vote. There’s some good inflation news for the Reserve Bank of New Zealand. And the Bank of England extends its bond buy-back programme, which helps lower UK Government borrowing costs. In our deep-dive interview, ANZ’s Head of Asia Research Khoon Goh details why Asian currencies have done better than expected in recent weeks, despite a cocktail of higher Fed rates and high oil prices. Before accessing this podcast, please read the disclaimer at https://www.anz.com/institutional/five-in-five-podcast/
17 Sep 2026 · 10 min
Friday: Bank of Japan set to hike after Fed
The Bank of England holds overnight, as expected. The Bank of Japan is expected to follow the Fed and hike today. And New Zealand’s economy holds on to growth, despite the oil price shock, as a few green shoots poke through. In our deep-dive interview, ANZ Commodities Strategist Soni Kumari analyses how a supply squeeze in copper markets is driving prices. Before accessing this podcast, please read the disclaimer at https://www.anz.com/institutional/five-in-five-podcast/
16 Sep 2026 · 9 min
Thursday: Fed hikes & sees one more in 2026
The Fed hikes US interest rates in a unanimous vote and signals more to come. Higher oil prices are set to slow New Zealand’s economic growth in data due today. And Japan’s exports stay strong, but with a surge in imports as energy prices jump. In our deep-dive interview, ANZ Group CEO Nuno Matos looks over the horizon at how Australia’s economy can grow with Asia’s as the region continues to be the engine of global growth. Before accessing this podcast, please read the disclaimer at https://www.anz.com/institutional/five-in-five-podcast/
15 Sep 2026 · 10 min
Wednesday: US 10-year yield over 5%
Oil prices and US bond yields rise again on more news of oil supply restrictions in the Middle East. Signs of stagflation emerge in China. Australian consumer confidence improves. And New Zealand’s housing market weakens again in August. In our deep-dive interview, ANZ Group CEO Nuno Matos reflects on how geopolitics, and the global economy, are changing. Before accessing this podcast, please read the disclaimer at https://www.anz.com/institutional/five-in-five-podcast/
14 Sep 2026 · 9 min
Tuesday: ANZ Research sees Fed hike this week
Oil hits US$109/barrel and the US 10 year yield briefly tops 5% after the key Yanbu pipeline is blown up. ANZ Research changes its view on the Fed to a hike this week from a hold. And India’s inflation rate rises. In our deep-dive interview, ANZ’s Chief Economist for Greater China, Raymond Yeung, explains how China wants Hong Kong to amplify its efforts to internationalise the renminbi in Hong Kong’s new five year plan, and create a new gold-based digital token. Before accessing this podcast, please read the disclaimer at https://www.anz.com/institutional/five-in-five-podcast/
13 Sep 2026 · 10 min
Monday: US inflation rise boosts Fed hike views
US inflation is above forecasts, and markets now see a 85-90% chance the Fed will hike this week. ANZ Research now sees the ECB hiking once more. And New Zealand’s manufacturing sector expands — just. In our deep-dive interview, ANZ’s Chief Economist for Greater China, Raymond Yeung, unpacks the importance of Hong Kong’s new five-year plan. Before accessing this podcast, please read the disclaimer at https://www.anz.com/institutional/five-in-five-podcast/
10 Sep 2026 · 10 min
Friday: US bond yields jump to 19-year highs
The European Central Bank hikes rates, but inflation fears over surging oil prices dominate attention, triggering another global bond market selloff. And ANZ Research changes its Fed rate call to three more hikes. In our deep-dive interview, ANZ Economist Vicky Xiao Zhao analyses a recent large capital injection by China’s government into key financial institutions. Before accessing this podcast, please read the disclaimer at https://www.anz.com/institutional/five-in-five-podcast/
9 Sep 2026 · 9 min
Thursday: Brent crude rises above US$100/bbl
Brent oil rises back over $100 as the Middle East conflict intensifies. Treasury yields rise, despite the expansion of a bond buyback. Markets now turn their attention to an expected European Central Bank (ECB) rate hike tonight. In our deep-dive interview, ANZ Senior China Strategist Zhaopeng Xing looks at whether China’s latest changes to house sales rules can revive a flagging property market. Before accessing this podcast, please read the disclaimer at https://www.anz.com/institutional/five-in-five-podcast/
8 Sep 2026 · 10 min
Wednesday: Australian confidence slides again
Oil prices jump as the Middle East conflict widens to attacks on Saudi Arabian cities. Australian consumer and business confidence slides as inflation concerns grow. And China’s trade surges with rising chip prices. In our deep-dive interview, ANZ’s Senior Commodities Strategist Daniel Hynes details the fallout from extended delays to normalising oil supply from the Persian Gulf. Before accessing this podcast, please read the disclaimer at https://www.anz.com/institutional/five-in-five-podcast/
7 Sep 2026 · 8 min
Tuesday: Australian job ads hold their strength
Oil prices rise after fresh strikes in the Middle East. Australian job ads show a more resilient labour market. The mood among employers in New Zealand is improving. And inflation in Thailand is hotter than forecast. In our deep-dive interview, ANZ Senior Economist Matthew Galt reviews how New Zealand’s housing market is tracking. Before accessing this podcast, please read the disclaimer at https://www.anz.com/institutional/five-in-five-podcast/
6 Sep 2026 · 8 min
Monday: US jobs growth above forecasts
US jobs growth in August is much stronger than forecast. Markets now see a 50/50 chance the Fed will hike this month, but the US dollar is still soft. And New Zealand’s construction output beats expectations. In our deep-dive interview,ANZ Economist Sophia Angala reviews how Australia’s housing market slowed further in August. Before accessing this podcast, please read the disclaimer at https://www.anz.com/institutional/five-in-five-podcast/
3 Sep 2026 · 9 min
Friday: US Fed September hike bets fall
US September hike expectations fall on Fed comments - so stocks rise. The Yen strengthens on BoJ hike bets. Australia imports more data processing tech. Higher import prices hit New Zealand’s terms of trade. In our deep-dive interview, ANZ New Zealand Chief Economist Sharon Zollner reviews where New Zealand’s economy is headed after the RBNZ hiked rates again this week. Before accessing this podcast, please read the disclaimer at https://www.anz.com/institutional/five-in-five-podcast/
2 Sep 2026 · 10 min
Thursday: Aus growth eases across first half of 2026
Global bond yields take a breather and US stocks rise. Australia’s growth eased in the first half of 2026, but a November rate hike remains on the cards. The RBNZ lifts rates but the Kiwi drops as guidance changes. In our deep-dive interview, ANZ Head of Australian Economics Adam Boyton analyses how Australia’s economy was placed after the second quarter. Before accessing this podcast, please read the disclaimer at https://www.anz.com/institutional/five-in-five-podcast/
1 Sep 2026 · 10 min
Wednesday: Oil and global bond yields spike
Oil jumps and Government bond yields rise on inflation worries as the US launches new Iran strikes. ANZ Research upgrades its Australian Q2 GDP forecast. And the RBNZ is expected to hike rates today. In our deep-dive interview, ANZ Group Chief Economist Richard Yetsenga reviews the economic opportunities from Australia’s data centre construction boom. Before accessing this podcast, please read the disclaimer at https://www.anz.com/institutional/five-in-five-podcast/

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5 in 5 with ANZ is a English news podcast from ANZ. Melo plays each episode straight from the publisher's own feed — no ads added, no account needed — and remembers where you stopped, in this browser only.

Publisher: ANZ
Language: English
Category: News
New episodes: Daily
Typical length: 10 min
Latest episode: 12 Oct 2026
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