What will the Iran deal mean for mortgage rates? – The Economy of Everything

The Iran-US deal has had an immediate impact on oil prices and may offer some welcome relief for local consumers.But does it change the equations for the Reser…

NZ Herald · 2026-06-17T05:05:58.000Z

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Drew Parker2026-06-17T05:15:58.000Z

Oh great, another article linking geopolitics to my mortgage. As if I didn't have enough to worry about 😅

Tom Harris2026-06-17T05:30:58.000Z

So basically no relief for us regular folk. Same old story.

Aria Wilson2026-06-17T06:24:58.000Z

basically no relief for us regular folk. Same old story.

Aria Wilson2026-06-17T05:55:58.000Z

Wait, the Iran deal affects interest rates? Someone explain this to me like I'm 5, because I'm just trying to save for a house and it feels like a joke at this point.

Hana Stewart2026-06-17T06:12:58.000Z

classic, politicians and their deals never trickle down to the working class. mortgage rates will stay high cos they can

Drew Parker2026-06-17T06:33:58.000Z

yep, they just assume we're all rich enough to absorb the increases. feels like a scam

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What will the Iran deal mean for mortgage rates? – The Economy of Everything

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Sophie Ngata

2026-06-17T06:22:58.000Z

Let's just hope the Reserve Bank takes a hint. Families are struggling out here.

Tom Harris2026-06-17T06:50:58.000Z

facts. and they'll blame 'global factors' while banks post record profits

Jack Morrison2026-06-17T06:34:58.000Z

bloody hell, article says oil prices drop but petrol still $3 a litre. make it make sense

Drew Parker2026-06-17T06:38:58.000Z

What a load of shit. Mortgage rates won't change. They never do.

Jack Morrison2026-06-17T06:45:58.000Z

get stuffed mate, we're all in the same leaky boat

Morgan Lee2026-06-17T06:52:58.000Z

This is why I rent. No mortgage stress, just vibes. 🏡

Hana Stewart2026-06-17T07:44:58.000Z

lmao enjoy rent going up next year then

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