Earlier in the Day: Economic data released through the Asian session this morning was limited to 3 rd quarter NZIER business confidence figures out of New Zealand. Outlook for labour market remains positive, sitting at lowest level in close to 6-years, with wages expected to gradually increase over time, supported by improvement in the economy. The low level interest rate environment continues to support the economy, with further progress in reducing unemployment and having inflation return to target expected, though gradually.