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New Zealand's budget deficit narrows ahead of election

Original: New Zealand sees smaller budget deficit before election

New Zealand is reporting a smaller budget deficit, according to Reuters, with the improvement coming just before a national election. The better fiscal position is drawing attention as the economy becomes a key issue for voters and competing political parties ahead of the vote.

Why now: The improving fiscal figures land shortly before New Zealand's election, making the economy a talking point for voters and parties.

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