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June 2, 2026

New Zealand Morning Focus

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Global markets were volatile as conflicting reports over Iran negotiations sent oil prices and bond yields higher, while US manufacturing data hit a four-year high.

Key Takeaways

  • 1.Middle East geopolitical tensions caused significant volatility, with initial reports of Iran halting talks sending oil prices up before President Trump confirmed negotiations were ongoing.
  • 2.US manufacturing momentum remains strong with the May ISM rising to 54.0, its highest level in four years.
  • 3.The Kiwi dollar showed resilience despite offshore volatility, while US bond yields rose on Middle East headlines.

Table of Contents

  • Highlights
  • Data and events today
  • Financial markets
  • Global markets overview
  • Key data and events
  • Key themes and views
  • Important Notice

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Authors

Matthew GaltDavid CroyBrian Martin

Securities

NZD/USDS&P 500WTI OilUS 10yr Treasury NoteXAU

Themes

Middle East Geopolitical RiskUS Manufacturing Resilience

Regions

Asia PacificNorth AmericaMiddle EastNew ZealandUnited StatesAustralia