
Westpac Rates Drop But Others Rise | Auckland News
Published: September 18, 2026
Duration: 1:30
Westpac’s home loan rates are shifting in a surprising way—dropping their two-year fixed rate to 5.29%, the lowest among the big five banks, but hiking most other fixed rates by up to 0.26%. The bank blames rising global funding costs and geopolitical tensions, while also boosting term deposit rates for savers. Borrowers should reassess their strategy as this move creates both opportunities and risks.
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