The New Zealand economy is struggling with many challenges, primarily high inflation (通货膨胀) and rising interest rates, according to a report by the New Zealand Institute of Economic Research.

These challenges add 【小题1】continued labor shortages, under the still【小题2】(evidence) influence of the COVID-19 pandemic, particularly in the service industry. These factors are strongly influencing the economy in New Zealand, with signs of slowing activity across many【小题3】 (industry), the institute’s principal economist Christina Leung said. “Cost pressures remain serious for families and businesses,【小题4】it is driving pessimism (悲观).” Leung said. She added that central banks around the world have responded to high inflation by increasing interest rates 【小题5】(rapid). Up to now, the increase in interest rates 【小题6】(have) the most immediate effect on the housing market, with the number of house sales 【小题7】(fall) and a decline in house prices. The latest retail sales data show a slowing in retail spending and this phenomenon is thought 【小题8】 (continue), Leung said.

Despite these challenges, there remain factors supporting the 【小题9】 (recover) ahead. These include continued growth in incomes and new signs【小题10】indicate cost pressures start to ease, particularly with the recent decline in fuel prices, according to the report.

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