NZD/USD inches higher to near 0.5900 following Q2 RBNZ Inflation Expectations release

By: bitcoin ethereum news|2025/05/16 11:45:05

NZD/USD gains ground as RBNZ Inflation Expectations rose to 2.29% quarter-over-quarter in Q2, up from 2.06% prior. The risk-sensitive NZD has found support amid easing global trade tensions, following a preliminary agreement between the US and China. The US Dollar remains confined to a narrow trading range, as recent US economic data has delivered mixed signals. NZD/USD halts its two-day losing streak, trading around 0.5890 during the Asian hours on Friday. The pair advances after the release of the Reserve Bank of New Zealand (RBNZ) Inflation Expectations for Q2 2025. Expectations rose to 2.29% quarter-over-quarter, up from 2.06% previously. This metric reflects business managers’ forecasts for annual CPI two years ahead. Additionally, the Business NZ PMI increased to 53.9 in April, compared to the prior reading of 53.2. The risk-sensitive New Zealand Dollar (NZD) has gained support from easing global trade tensions. A preliminary agreement between the US and China has been reached, with the US set to lower tariffs on Chinese goods from 145% to 30%, while China will cut tariffs on US imports from 125% to 10%. Market sentiment has also been buoyed by renewed optimism surrounding a potential US-Iran nuclear deal. Meanwhile, recent US economic data has painted a mixed picture—highlighting underlying resilience in the economy but also signaling a loss of growth momentum. This has kept the US Dollar trading within a narrow range. In April, the US Producer Price Index (PPI) rose 2.4% year-over-year, easing from March’s 2.7% increase and falling short of the 2.5% market forecast. Core PPI, which excludes food and energy, increased by 3.1% annually—down from 4% previously. On a monthly basis, headline PPI declined by 0.5%, while core PPI dropped by 0.4%. Initial Jobless Claims for the week ending May 10 held steady at 229,000, matching both the prior week’s revised figure and market expectations. Economic Indicator RBNZ Inflation Expectations (QoQ) The Inflation Expectations released by the Reserve Bank of New Zealand measures business managers ́ expectations of annual CPI 2 years from now. An increase in expectations is regarded as inflationary which may anticipate a rise in interest rates. A high reading is positive (or bullish) for the NZD, while a low reading is seen as negative (or bearish). Read more. Last release: Fri May 16, 2025 03:00 Frequency: Quarterly Actual: 2.29% Consensus: – Previous: 2.06% Source: Reserve Bank of New Zealand Source: https://www.fxstreet.com/news/nzd-usd-inches-higher-to-near-05900-following-q2-rbnz-inflation-expectations-release-202505160314

On March 4, 2026, DDC Enterprise Limited (NYSE American: DDC) today announced preliminary, unaudited full-year financial performance for the year ended December 31, 2025. The company expects to achieve record revenue and record positive adjusted EBITDA, primarily driven by continued growth in its core consumer food business and overall margin improvement. The final audited financial report is expected to be released in mid-April 2026.

2025 Full-Year Financial Highlights

Revenue: Expected to be between $39 million and $41 million, reaching a new company high.

Organic Growth: Excluding the impact of the company's strategic contraction of its U.S. operations, core revenue is expected to grow 11% to 17% year over year.

Gross Profit Margin: Expected to be between 28% and 30%, reflecting continued operational efficiency improvements.

Adjusted EBITDA: The company expects to achieve a positive full-year result in 2025, a significant improvement from a $3.5 million loss in 2024, mainly due to rigorous cost controls and a higher-margin sales mix.

Core Consumer Food Business Performance

In 2025, DDC's core consumer food business maintained strong operational performance.

The company also disclosed Core Consumer Food Business Adjusted EBITDA, a metric that further excludes costs related to its Bitcoin reserve strategy and non-cash fair value adjustments related to its Bitcoin holdings from adjusted EBITDA to more accurately reflect the core business performance.

In 2025, Core Consumer Food Business Adjusted EBITDA is expected to be between $5.5 million and $6 million.

Bitcoin Reserve Update

In the first half of 2025, DDC initiated a long-term Bitcoin accumulation strategy, holding Bitcoin as its primary reserve asset.

As of December 31, 2025: The company holds 1,183 BTC.

As of February 28, 2026: Holdings increased to 2,118 BTC

Today's additional purchase of 65 BTC brings the company's total holdings to 2,183 BTC

DDC Founder, Chairman, and CEO Norma Chu stated, "We are proud to have closed 2025 with record revenue and positive adjusted EBITDA, demonstrating the steady growth of the company's consumer food business and the ongoing improvement in profitability. We are building a disciplined, growth-oriented food platform and strategically allocating capital to Bitcoin assets with a long-term view, aligning with our core beliefs. We believe that this dual-track model of 'Steady Consumer Business + Strategic Bitcoin Reserve' will help DDC create lasting long-term value for shareholders."

Adjusted EBITDA Definition
For the full year 2025, the company defines "Adjusted EBITDA" (a non-GAAP financial measure) as: Net income / (loss) excluding the following items:· Interest expense· Taxes· Foreign exchange gains/losses· Long-lived asset impairment· Depreciation and amortization· Non-cash fair value changes related to financial instruments (including Bitcoin holdings)· Stock-based compensation

About DDC Enterprise Limited

DDC Enterprise Limited (NYSE: DDC) is actively implementing its corporate Bitcoin Treasury strategy while continuing to strengthen its position as a leading global Asian food platform.

The company has established Bitcoin as a core reserve asset and is executing a prudent, long-oriented accumulation strategy. While expanding its portfolio of food brands, DDC is gradually becoming one of the public company pioneers in integrating Bitcoin into its corporate financial architecture.

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