Best of Business

Don Braid: Mainfreight CEO on the company's full-year net profit taking a hit

28 May 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Global transport company Mainfreight's full-year net profit is down 8.5 percent on the year earlier, despite an improved performance in the second hal...

Robyn Walker: Deloitte tax partner on the tax changes included in Budget 2026

28 May 2026

Contributed by Lukas

A tax expert says it's good to draw a line under recent changes to charity rules. This year's Budget tweaks the Research and Development Tax Incentive...

Perspective with Heather du Plessis-Allan: I would argue Budget 2026 wasn't tight enough

28 May 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Well, you would have done well to heed Nicola Willis’s warnings ahead of this Budget that there would be no spend-up, because there is no spend-up. ...

Simon Bridges: Auckland Business Chamber CEO on his expectations for Budget 2026

27 May 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Very few frills or surprises are expected to be in today’s Budget.   Auckland Business Chamber CEO Simon Bridges predicts a “sensible, pruden...

Gavin Grey: UK correspondent on energy bills going up as a result of the Iran war

27 May 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Over in the UK, household  energy prices will rise by 13 percent a year in July, as soaring wholesale costs caused by the impact of the Iran war ...

Jenee Tibshraeny: NZ Herald Wellington business editor speculates ahead of Budget 2026

27 May 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Accountants are hopeful the Government will use the Budget to do something about the secret little wealth tax those with offshore investments are curr...

Remy Wisenberg: Milford Asset Management expert on the market reactions to the OCR staying in place

27 May 2026

Contributed by Lukas

The Reserve Bank has opted to keep the OCR on hold at 2.25 percent today. Most markets had priced in a hold, but the views on what will happen next ar...

Perspective with Heather du Plessis-Allan: When will the screws on the economy start turning?

27 May 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Well, that Official Cash Rate decision is probably one of those moments where you find out whether you're a glass half-full or glass half-empty person...

Vaughn Davis: Creative Director at The Goat Farm on Auckland Council looking for a new sponsor for the Harbour Bridge

27 May 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Auckland Council has released a new document, seeking potential interest from 'an exclusive funding and naming rights partner for a landmark activatio...

Chris Polaczuk: Construction Health and Safety NZ manager on whether tradies need to warm up before work

27 May 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Tradies are being encouraged to warm up before work in order to reduce the impact of injuries. The construction industry is a high source of of work-r...

Peter Dunne: former Minister on whether we need to make changes to MP allowances

27 May 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Former Minister Peter Dunne says it's time to look at MP allowances. NZ First MP Andy Foster's claiming a $36,000 accommodation allowance for the Well...

Anna Breman: Reserve Bank Governor on the decision to leave the OCR unchanged at 2.25 percent

27 May 2026

Contributed by Lukas

The Reserve Bank Governor says she's mindful of the weak economy, as she weighs up Official Cash Rate settings. Anna Breman made the final call to kee...

Barry Soper: Newstalk ZB senior political correspondent on Anna Breman leaving the OCR on hold

27 May 2026

Contributed by Lukas

The Reserve Bank Governor acknowledges many Kiwis are doing it very tough right now. Anna Breman used her casting vote today, to keep the Official Cas...

Carl Carrington: NZ King Salmon CEO on the company reporting a $13.8 million net profit for the first half of the year

26 May 2026

Contributed by Lukas

The boss of New Zealand King Salmon says it's no fluke they're finally swimming downstream.  The company’s posting a net profit of $13.8 millio...

Jason Boyes: Infratil CEO on the company's full-year result

26 May 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Infrastructure investor Infratil has made a strong full year result. This was driven by  investments in Australasian data centre business CDC and...

Jamie Mackay: The Country host on Fonterra's opening shot for the 26/27 season forecast milk price

26 May 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Rural lending specialist Rabobank expects the 2026-27 dairy season to be another strong one for farmgate milk prices, but says rising inflation will t...

Huia Burt: Electric Kiwi CEO on the big four power gentailers facing new regulations

26 May 2026

Contributed by Lukas

There's hesitation around moves to beef up regulations guiding electricity gentailers. From July, the big four gentailers mustn't give their retail ar...

Leeann Watson: Business Canterbury CEO on the number of international business delegates visiting New Zealand rising by 50%

26 May 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Conferences on our shores are driving up international delegation numbers, which have surged more than 50% annually.   According to Stats NZ, arr...

Catherine Beard: Business NZ Advocacy Director on the Government's loan scheme to help businesses transition from natural gas

25 May 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Business NZ says a new loan scheme to help businesses ditch gas is a necessary step.    This year's Budget funds up to $1.2 billion in guara...

Mike's Minute: Not everything is a conspiracy

25 May 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Some are working pretty hard currently to buy into the Mike Smith storyline that the big end of town has the Government's ear over climate change.&nbs...

Shane Solly: Harbour Asset Management expert on what markets are planning for the OCR this week

25 May 2026

Contributed by Lukas

It's a big week for the economy, with the next OCR announcement set to be unveiled this coming Wednesday. Markets are expecting the Reserve Bank to le...

Todd Hunter: Turners Automotive CEO on the company's record net profit of over $63 million

21 May 2026

Contributed by Lukas

The Iran war may be denting demand for Turners, but the company's still outperforming previous years thanks to its popular Tina ads.  Turners Aut...

Sam Dickie: Fisher Funds expert on Nvidia reporting its latest quarterly results

21 May 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Nvidia, the world's largest listed company and a critical bellwether on the health of the AI sector, posted record first-quarter earnings on Thursday ...

Chris Keall: NZ Herald senior business writer on what SpaceX filing for IPO could mean for Elon Musk

21 May 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Elon Musk's SpaceX is set to go public - allowing people to trade shares in the firm on the stock market. The initial public offering (IPO) on the US ...

Grant Baker: NZ Businessman and Entrepreneur on his decades of success and failures, new book 'No Pit Stops: The Business Of Going All In'

20 May 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Grant Baker is one of the country’s best success stories.  The Kiwi serial entrepreneur has had his hand in a number of pies but is best known ...

Jenee Tibshraeny: NZ Herald Wellington business editor on the reactions to Labour's lack of info on the Future Fund policy

20 May 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Labour leader Chris Hipkins doesn't think the public much cares about which companies would be in the party's Future Fund.  It won't be revealing...

Jeremy Hutton: Milford Asset Management expert on bond yields and interest rates going up

20 May 2026

Contributed by Lukas

The ongoing conflict in Iran has led to bond yields and interest rates going up all over the world, and it's prompted concerns among experts. This wil...

Greg Smith: Generate investment specialist on Infratil selling Contact Energy stake to fund future growth

20 May 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Infratil says it has agreed to sell 53.53 million shares - representing a 5 percent stake - in Contact Energy through a fully underwritten block trade...

Justin Watson: Christchurch Airport chief executive on the new non-stop international flights announced from Christchurch

20 May 2026

Contributed by Lukas

New Christchurch flights are being hailed as a key step for global connectivity. From October, Air New Zealand will fly direct between Christchurch an...

Nick Leggett: Infrastructure NZ chief executive on Queenstown being warned it needs to boost infrastructure

19 May 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Queenstown will need to double its infrastructure within 15 years to keep pace with growth, according to Southern Infrastructure chief executive Ross ...

Saul Eslake: Australian independent economist on the claims that the Budget is turning NZ into an Australian tax haven

19 May 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Following the release of last week's Budget, there's growing claims that Australians are looking across the Tasman with 'genuine envy'. A recent artic...

Catherine Beard: BusinessNZ Advocacy Director on the services sector continuing to contract in April

18 May 2026

Contributed by Lukas

The services sector continues to contract.  The latest Services Index rose 2.7 points to 48.9 – with anything below 50 signalling contraction.&...

Rebecca Ingram: Tourism Industry Aotearoa CEO on the TRENZ tourism business event running this week in Auckland

18 May 2026

Contributed by Lukas

It's tourism's time to shine this week as TRENZ hits Auckland.  The country's largest tourism business event runs from today to Thursday at the I...

Shane Solly: Harbour Asset Management expert on the BNZ Business NZ Performance of Services Index results

18 May 2026

Contributed by Lukas

The BNZ-BusinessNZ Performance of Services Index (PSI) rose 2.7 points to 48.9, up from 46.2 in March. A reading below 50 indicates the sector - which...

Ruth Richardson: former Finance Minister criticises NZ First proposal to buy back BNZ

18 May 2026

Contributed by Lukas

A former Finance Minister once forced to bail out BNZ says buying it back would be lunacy.  New Zealand First is proposed re-nationalising the ba...

Vicky Price: Business Correspondent says UK's GDP is better than expected in Q1

17 May 2026

Contributed by Lukas

The United Kingdom isn't facing as many financial troubles as predicted, after the latest data shows their GDP holding steady.  The past few mont...

Sam Dickie: Fisher Funds expert on the impact of weight-loss drugs on the economy

14 May 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Ozempic, Wegovy and Mounjaro are among the weight-loss drugs that more people are taking - but questions have been raised about their economic impacts...

Jamie Mackay: The Country host on the CEO of Synlait resigning

14 May 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Synlait chief executive Richard Wyeth is leaving - after one year in the job.  The South Island dairy processor's released an NZX market update, ...

Nikhil Ravishankar: Air New Zealand CEO on the airline expecting a $390 million loss amid ongoing fuel crisis

14 May 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Air New Zealand's CEO says the airline will trim more flights, with a forecast it'll be $390 million in the red this financial year. It's blaming the ...

Kendall Langston: Pivot & Pace Founding Partner on the country's leading CEOs becoming increasingly frustrated by the lack of long-term thinking

13 May 2026

Contributed by Lukas

New research suggests nearly 100 of our CEO's are backing their businesses but not New Zealand.   The Pivot and Pace survey found many CEOs are g...

Thomas Rookmaaker: Fitch Head of Asia-Pacific Sovereigns explains why NZ's credit rating was downgraded

13 May 2026

Contributed by Lukas

New Zealand's international credit rating has hit a tipping point, and economists have raised concerns. Back in March, Fitch Ratings placed New Zealan...

Carolyn Young: Retail NZ CEO on the growing number of Kiwis shopping at local stores

13 May 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Kiwis appear to be shopping close to home, according to new reports.  Data from retail management platform Lightspeed shows about 77 percent of K...

Steve Lancaster: NZ Rugby CEO on how the company can bring down the All Blacks' travel bill

13 May 2026

Contributed by Lukas

There's growing calls to drop the All Blacks down from business class to premium economy, as travel costs set to get worse during the fuel crisis. Dro...

John Small: Commerce Commission Chair unpacks the report looking at the country's most and least competitive sectors

12 May 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Competition in New Zealand's economy isn't as strong as it could be.  New Commerce Commission analysis of 22 years of Stats NZ data shows average...

Paul Bloxham: HSBC Chief Economist ahead of Australia's 2026 federal budget

12 May 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Treasurer Jim Chalmers is set to deliver the next Australian federal budget, and reports indicate it's going to be focused on housing. It's likely new...

Jamie Mackay: The Country host on what the latest Rabobank agribusiness monthly report means for Kiwi farmers

12 May 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Rabobank has just released their latest agribusiness monthly report for May, and it's good news for Kiwi farmers. The report has positive prospects fo...

Jarrod Adam: Unleashed Head of Product on revenue for manufacturers dropping amid global conflict

12 May 2026

Contributed by Lukas

The manufacturing sector has been hit hard over the past few years, but ongoing global conflict has worsened current market conditions. Average profit...

Shane Solly: Harbour Asset Management expert on the market reactions to the 'no deal' announcement on the Middle East conflict

11 May 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Oil prices have jumped more than three percent on the back of another snag in negotiations between the US and Iran.  Donald Trump has taken to so...

Rob Eliott: Auckland Travel Show founder on Kiwi demand for travel holding firm

10 May 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Despite the rising cost of living, growing fuel prices and ongoing concerns about inflation, the demand for travel still hasn't dropped. The Auckland ...

Sam Dickie: Fisher Funds expert on how the memory shortage could impact the tech sector

07 May 2026

Contributed by Lukas

The cost of computer components has shot up, and there's concerns about what it could mean for the tech sector. The shortage of memory chips has promp...

Jamie Mackay: The Country host on what the 'protein boom' means for Kiwi farmers

07 May 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Protein is seeing a surge in popularity all over the world, and that's great news for Kiwi farmers. Reports claim a boom industry has developed around...

Sarah Wrightson: CVs by Sarah director on the rise of AI in the job recruitment process

07 May 2026

Contributed by Lukas

The rise in AI has seen demand for professionally written CVs in a bid to stand out against algorithms. Experts say while AI can be useful to screen h...

Cameron Bagrie: independent economist issues warning over nation's overloaded pension system

07 May 2026

Contributed by Lukas

New Zealand's treading water, with a warning our increasingly overloaded pension system isn't sustainable. The latest OECD snapshot of our economy sug...

Nick Tuffley: ASB chief economist on the unemployment rate

06 May 2026

Contributed by Lukas

A major bank believes unemployment will remain fairly flat this year, rather than anything catastrophic. The national rate dipped slightly to 5.3 perc...

Jenee Tibshraeny: NZ Herald Wellington business editor on Craig Stobo resigning from the FMA after conduct review

06 May 2026

Contributed by Lukas

A new test case for the standards of political neutrality expected in the public service. Craig Stobo has resigned as chair of the Financial Markets A...

Chris Smith: CMC Markets managing director on ASB launching their own Sharesies-style app

06 May 2026

Contributed by Lukas

ASB is set to launch their own answer to Sharesies with their new app. ASB Share Central will include a mobile app and desktop platform, and it will a...

Brad Olsen: Infometrics Principal Economist on whether unemployment is set to get worse again

06 May 2026

Contributed by Lukas

There's hopes the Iran war won't bring a big bump in unemployment. Stats NZ data shows the rate reached 5.3 percent in the March quarter, down from 5....

Olivia Blaylock: Icehouse CEO on the Ignite Growth Summit, small and medium businesses in New Zealand

06 May 2026

Contributed by Lukas

The Icehouse is celebrating 25 years of powering Kiwi business growth.  They’re a non-profit dedicated to training and mentoring the small to m...

Paul Bloxham: HSBC Chief Economist on Australia's Reserve Bank lifting the OCR to 4.35 percent

05 May 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Australia's Reserve Bank has lifted the country's Official Cash Rate 25 basis points, to 4.35 percent.  The move was expected by economists and f...

Hamish McKay: The Country spokesperson on whether farmers need to keep staffing levels up

05 May 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Despite the mounting concerns about the economy and the ongoing Middle East conflict, New Zealand's rural sector is booming. Reports reveal farm worke...

Catherine McGrath: Westpac CEO on the bank bracing for a tougher economic climate

05 May 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Westpac's CEO says they have noticed changing customer habits in the backdrop of a tougher economy. The bank's half-year profit is up four percent, wi...

Shane Solly: Harbour Asset Management expert on the market reactions to the possible US-Iran negotiations

04 May 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Donald Trump has floated the idea of the US guiding neutral ships out through the Strait of Hormuz, and it's made an impact on the oil markets. The Br...

Ryan Bridge: Things are about to get a whole lot more expensive

03 May 2026

Contributed by Lukas

I have good news and bad news for you this morning.  The good news, I was out shopping on the weekend, which means I didn't actually buy anything...

Karen Hao: journalist and author on her new book exploring the impact of AI

03 May 2026

Contributed by Lukas

No-one knows what the future of AI has in store for us, and one journalist has raised concerns about the impact of the technology. When investigative ...

Sam Dickie: Fisher Funds expert on Microsoft, Amazon, Alphabet and Meta reporting their earnings

30 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

The world's leading tech giants - Microsoft, Amazon, Alphabet and Meta - all recently reported their latest earnings. All of these companies surpassed...

Michael Reddell: former Reserve Bank economist on the Reserve Bank disclosing individual Monetary Policy Committee members’ views on OCR decisions

30 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

A former senior economist at the Reserve Bank is calling releasing details of who voted which way on the Official Cash Rate a 'baby step'. It's been a...

Michael O'Neill: Mt Maunganui Ratepayers, Residents and Retailers Association ahead of meeting to discuss Mt Maunganui's future

30 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Hopes some relief for businesses will be on the cards in a public meeting to discuss the future of Mount Maunganui this evening. Mauao has been closed...

Chris Small: ABC Business Sales Managing Director on the data showing small business sales rose 3.9% in the March quarter

29 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Confidence for small business owners, with sales continuing to grow.   New Xero small business data shows business sales rose 3.9% in the March q...

Jenee Tibshraeny: NZ Herald Wellington business editor on whether we should be concerned about insurance going up

29 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

The recent burst of bad weather and growing concerns about inflation have prompted Kiwis to worry about their insurance premiums going up. Insurance p...

Jeremy Hutton: Milford Asset Management expert on the stock market turning around in April

29 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Following the market downturn in March as a result of the Iran conflict , things appear to be more hopeful towards the end of April. The ceasefire cau...

Andrew Fairgray: 2degrees Chief Business Officer on the research showing the impact of AI use on SMEs

28 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

AI seems to be having a positive impact on Kiwi businesses.  A new report from 2degrees and Deloitte suggests small and medium businesses using h...

Paul Bloxham: HSBC Chief Economist on Australia and New Zealand looking to lift rates amid ongoing fuel crisis

28 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

While most of the world will hold interest rates and wait out the energy shock, Australia and New Zealand are set to lift their rates up. Both nations...

Jamie Mackay: The Country host on what the India FTA means for Kiwi farmers

28 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

New Zealand and India have signed a landmark FTA - which is set to slash tariffs on Kiwi exports to India. The agreement will now be examined by Parli...

Dileepa Fonseka: BusinessDesk senior journalist on the contents of New Zealand's FTA with India

28 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

One expert has noticed there doesn't appear to be any significant surprises in New Zealand's new trade agreement with India. The agreement was signed ...

Duncan Greive: media commentator on Disney Plus expanding their ESPN offerings

28 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

The popularity of American sports could keep growing here - as streaming giants compete for viewers. Disney Plus is pushing its ESPN sports offering a...

Vicky Pryce: Business Correspondent on the meeting between central banks regarding interest rates

27 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Banks around the world are meeting this week to discuss interest rates.   Financial conditions are tightening, the ongoing conflict in the Middle...

Mike's Minute: It's not as bad in business as you think

27 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Here's a small myth-busting exercise for you – things aren't as bad as you might think.  Business sales from small and medium businesses are up...

Tony Martin: India New Zealand Business Council deputy chair on India FTA signing today

26 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Todd McClay will sign the free trade deal with India in Delhi today following uncertainty as New Zealand First pulled support and Labour held out unti...

Nathan Surendran: Wise Response Society chair on New Zealand's response to the ongoing fuel crisis

25 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Some experts have raised concerns that the Government's fuel response is not proactive enough. A month ago, the Government detailed our response phase...

David Seymour: Act leader proposes $30m scheme to teach kids investing

24 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

David Seymour's floating the idea of giving high school students 500 dollars each, to learn investing. Students would be able to track earnings and lo...

Leeann Watson: Business Canterbury CEO on the opening of the One NZ Stadium

24 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Christchurch bars, restaurants and retailers are preparing for a bumper weekend with the city's new stadium playing host to its first crowds.  On...

Jamie Mackay: The Country host on Victorian Hydrogen proposing a $3 billion urea plant in Southland

23 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Victorian Hydrogen is proposing a $3 billion urea plant to be located 30km northeast of Invercargill. The company says it could deliver 1.5 million to...

Nicola Willis: Finance Minister on Moody's credit rating agency downgrading outlook for New Zealand

23 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

The Finance Minister says politicians should see our downgraded Moody's economic outlook as a wake-up-call, as she pieces together her Budget. The rat...

Remy Morgan: Milford Asset Management expert on the global markets' response to the Iran ceasefire

22 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

The ongoing uncertainty about the Middle East conflict is impacting the markets, but there's some hope. Initial ceasefire talk saw things pick up, but...

Jonathan Waecker: Michael Hill CEO on the company's bid to launch customisable jewellery

22 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Michael Hill International is set to trial customisable engagement rings across some of its stores. The popularity of its TenSevenSeven brand has high...

Alan McDonald: EMA Head of Advocacy on Kiwi businesses raising concerns over the war in Iran

21 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

The latest NZIER Quarterly Survey of Business Opinion has revealed business confidence has taken a hit for the March quarter. Only a net 1 percent of ...

Sarah Carney: Microsoft's national chief technology officer on the company's plan to digitally upskill 200,000 Kiwis

21 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Microsoft has today announced it will double its existing AI and digital skilling commitment in New Zealand, with a plan to train up over 200,000 Kiwi...

Cameron Bagrie: independent economist on New Zealand's CPI reaching 3.1 percent for the first quarter of 2026

21 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Inflation's already looking vulnerable, with the reality of worse economic blows still to come.  Figures out today showed annual CPI unexpectedly...

Liam Dann: NZ Herald Business Editor on the Consumer Price Index remaining at 3.1%

21 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Inflation was higher than it should be, even before factoring in the full impact of the war on Iran.  Stats NZ data shows the inflation rate rema...

Shane Solly: Harbour Asset Management expert on how markets have reacted to the fractious ceasefire news in the Middle East

20 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

US President Donald Trump's accused Iran of completely violating its ceasefire agreement - with the Strait of Hormuz closed again. Iran's fired shots ...

Gemma Rasmussen: Consumer NZ Head of Advocacy and Research on NZ First's plan to break up the supermarket duopoly

20 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

New Zealand First is heading into the election with a plan to break up the supermarket duopoly. If re-elected, the party's promising to split Foodstuf...

Shamubeel Eaqub: Simplicity chief economist on the increase in KiwiSaver hardship withdrawals

18 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

KiwiSaver hardship withdrawals have spiked to their highest in a decade last month, amid rising fuel prices. According to the IRD, more than 5600 peop...

Kevin Milne: The rise and fall of Allbirds

18 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

A Kiwi company is flipping the bird, pivoting from making environmentally friendly wool shoes to AI.  After years of losses, Allbirds sold all it...

Chris Keall: NZ Herald senior business writer on Allbirds pivoting to AI

16 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Kiwi company Allbirds has announced a new direction and it's drawn questions from experts. After years of losses, the former sustainable shoe company ...

Sam Dickie: Fisher Funds expert on US earnings season being impacted by Middle East conflict

16 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

The US earnings season is in full swing, with many leading companies posting their results. The Middle East conflict is looming over this year's data ...

Cath O'Brien: Board of Airline Representatives NZ executive director on the growing concerns around the fuel shortage

16 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Airlines are now treating the fuel crisis as a long term issue. The conflict in Iran, which has closed the Strait of Hormuz, has forced airfare rises ...

Shane Jones: Associate Energy Minister on the fuel crisis, businesses seeking long-term certainty

15 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

The Government’s looking at ways to give businesses long-term certainty about fuel.  Latest figures show we have 56 days of petrol, 45 of diese...

Bridget Unsworth: Angel Association CEO on investment in the start-up scene surging by 14% in 2025

15 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

There’s renewed hope in the Kiwi start-up scene with a surge of investment in 2025.   New data shows the number of deals rose 14%, with total i...

Jenee Tibshraeny: NZ Herald Wellington business editor on the IRD saying taxes need to rise

15 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Inland Revenue has claimed New Zealand needs higher taxes, building off earlier arguments made by Treasury. It sees scope to increase the goods and se...

Jeremy Hutton: Milford Asset Management expert on A2 Milk cutting their earnings forecast

15 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Shares in A2 Milk dropped this week after the company downgraded their earnings forecast - after the business was hoping to increase their net profit ...