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flag Westpac NZ raised its two-year fixed mortgage rate to 4.89%, the highest among major banks, amid rising inflation and borrowing costs.

flag Westpac New Zealand has raised most fixed mortgage rates, increasing the two-year rate to 4.89%—the highest among major banks—while cutting its six-month fixed rate to 4.49%, the lowest in the market. flag The changes, driven by rising inflation, strong labor markets, and global risk premiums, signal a shift toward higher borrowing costs for longer terms. flag Short-term rates remain attractive, but funding pressures make discounts harder to secure, increasing the value of cashback offers. flag Consumers are urged to compare total loan costs using tools like calculators for fees and break fees, as rate hikes are expected to spread across the sector.

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