Consumer confidence has fallen to a 10-month low as the high cost of living and weak housing and labour markets continue to have an impact.
Financial mentors say the cost of living is particularly concerning for those on fixed incomes like pensioners.
This week an RNZ survey showed even retirees who have paid off their homes are struggling as rates and insurance costs increase.
Retirement Commissioner Jane Wrightson joins Susie Ferguson from Wellington.
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