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Paul Bloxham: HSBC chief economist outlines predictions for final OCR decision of the year

26 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The Reserve Bank is set to make its final decision for the Official Cash Rate for the year tomorrow afternoon.  The general consensus among exper...

Sarah Trotman, ONZM: What failure teaches us

26 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

24 November 2024:  Sarah Trotman, ONZM, business leader and elected member on Auckland Council’s Waitematā Local Board, talks to Hamish Willia...

Shane Solly: Harbour Asset Management spokesperson on Air New Zealand's projected first-half earnings

25 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Air New Zealand isn't going into the 2025 financial year with rosy expectations.  The airline expects its first-half pre-tax profit to be in a ra...

Sam Dickie: Fisher Funds expert on Nvidia's third-quarter earnings surpassing expectations

21 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Nvidia's reported third-quarter earnings have surpassed expectations - and left the chip maker feeling optimistic about its future. The company's earn...

Liam Dann: NZ Herald business editor at large ahead of the Reserve Bank's final meeting of the year

21 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The Reserve Bank is set to meet for the last time this year to review the Official Cash Rate. Economists predict a cut will come - but it's unclear if...

Catherine McGrath: Westpac chief executive defends tough emissions targets for Kiwi farmers

21 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Westpac has been accused of hypocrisy over punishing Kiwi farmers for their emissions while investing in fossil fuels. Westpac is among the major bank...

Ganesh Nana: former Productivity Commission Chair on the open letter saying Government policies are dragging out recession

21 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Experts are warning the Government's policies designed to reduce the deficit and bring down inflation are worsening the impact of the recession on hou...

Deborah Lambie: Milford Asset Management analyst on the rising popularity of robotic-assisted surgery

20 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

More and more surgical procedures around the world are being carried out by trained robots. The latest field to benefit from the use of robotic techno...

Jenee Tibshraeny: NZ Herald Wellington business editor on the latest feud between the Reserve Bank and the banks

20 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

A senior Reserve Bank official has taken aim at the big banks and accused them of stifling innovation and competition by underinvesting in technology....

Joe Gallagher: E tū negotiations specialist on Kinleith Mill halting paper production and putting jobs on the line

20 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

There's concern for hundreds of Kiwi workers as one of New Zealand's biggest pulp and paper mills looks to halt production. Tokoroa's Kinleith Mill pl...

Enda Brady: UK correspondent on Sir Keir Starmer's meeting with Xi Jinping

19 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Sir Keir Starmer is hopeful the UK's relationship with China will be strengthened off the back of his meeting with Xi Jinping.  The pair met at t...

Brad Olsen: Infometrics Principal Economist on job ads declining for the third consecutive month

19 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The pressure on New Zealand's labour market continues to tighten, with job ads falling for the third consecutive month. Despite these grim figures, on...

Neil Anderson: lawyer says it's 'unlikely' that Foodstuffs' Commerce Commission appeal will succeed

19 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

A competition lawyer says it'll be very unlikely Foodstuff's appeal will succeed. The Commerce Commission declined its merger of its North and South I...

Shane Solly: Harbour Asset Management spokesperson on the US Federal Reserve's plan for rates after the US election

18 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Donald Trump's return to the White House continues to have implications on the US economy. The US Federal Reserve has indicated it won't be cutting ra...

Chris Di Leva: Investment markets after the U.S. election

17 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Investment markets have recovered significantly over the past two years following a weak 2022.  And, Donald Trump winning the U.S. election is bo...

Liam Dann: NZ Herald business editor at large on food prices falling in October

14 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Monthly food prices fell 0.9 percent in October compared with September, according to figures released by Stats NZ today. The largest contributor to t...

Sam Dickie: Fisher Funds expert on what investors can take away from Donald Trump's win one week on

14 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

US investors are still riding high one week after Donald Trump won the US presidency - but what can they expect long-term? Dow, and S&P, among oth...

Jamie Mackay: The Country host on farmers probing Fonterra's decisions at AGM

14 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Farmers at this morning's Fonterra AGM took the opportunity to probe the company around their reasons to sell off the company's consumer brands. ...

Greg Foran: Air New Zealand CEO defends splashing out for the airline's safety video

14 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Air New Zealand's head is defending splashing out on a new safety video, as airfares rise. Kiwi NBA player Steven Adams features in the airline's firs...

Stephanie Batchelor: Milford Asset Management analyst on Trump's impact on the markets one week on

13 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

It's been a week since Donald Trump won the US election - and the markets underwent a shift once the results became clear.  Small to medium-sized...

Jenee Tibshraeny: NZ Herald Wellington business editor on apartment owners bearing the brunt of increased insurance premiums

13 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Insurance has been a hot topic of late, as premiums are continuing to shoot up while general inflation abates. Findings of a Treasury survey show owne...

Nicola Grigg: Minister for Women on the Government's new online tool designed to drive down the gender pay gap

13 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The Government has launched a new online tool designed to help businesses address their gender pay gaps. The online calculator is now live on Ministry...

Gail Downey: UK correspondent on the UK hospitality sector warning jobs will be cut following UK budget

11 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Over in the UK, top restaurant and pub bosses have warned businesses will close and jobs will be cut following last month's Budget. The sector is faci...

Mark Lister: Craigs Investment Partners expert on the response from the market following Donald Trump's victory

11 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The markets have reacted strongly to Donald Trump returning for his second term in the White House. The US dollar, stocks and bitcoin all surged after...

Pete Chrisp: A multi-million dollar boost for Kiwi exporters

10 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

A business delegation travelled with the trade minister to Shanghai last week, and they're heading home with a projection $340 million worth of deals ...

Martin Hawes: The impact of Trump's win on NZ markets

10 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Martin Hawes joins Tim Beveridge to discuss the impact of Donald Trump's election win on New Zealand markets.  LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/lis...

Sam Dickie: Fisher Funds expert on the reaction from global markets after Donald Trump won

07 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The US dollar surged and bitcoin hit a record high after Donald Trump swept through the battleground states and won the presidency. Despite the race s...

Jamie Mackay: The Country host on Federated Farmers firing back at Westpac over emissions targets

07 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Federated Farmers have voiced their disapproval with Westpac over their emissions targets for New Zealand producers. The bank's new climate targets wi...

Liam Dann: NZ Herald business editor at large on the economic impacts of Donald Trump's presidency

07 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Donald Trump is set to return to the White House - leaving economists everywhere to wonder what comes next. Trump won't take office until next January...

Rob Fyfe: Recorp chair on the start-up opening its new aluminium facility

07 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Kiwi start-up Recorp, backed up by some of New Zealand's biggest names in business, has opened up its new aluminium facility. The company is promising...

Brad Olsen: Infometrics Principal Economist on unemployment figures being expected to grow

05 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The Reserve Bank has warned the economic downturn is expected to get worse before it gets better, with unemployment being expected to worsen. The bank...

Kate Ross: Swivel Careers founder on students struggling to find summer jobs amid increased competition

05 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Students looking for summer work are struggling to land roles, as there's enormous competition for entry-level roles. Retail NZ says businesses are se...

Murray Olds: Australian correspondent on the Australian Reserve Bank holding rates at 4.35 percent

05 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

There's still no relief for Australian homeowners as the RBA leaves rates unchanged at 4.35 percent. This decision falls in line with expectations fro...

Shane Solly: Harbour Asset Management spokesperson on financial markets factoring in Trump winning the presidency

04 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

48 hours ahead of the US presidential election, financial markets are gearing up for a Trump victory. Polls indicate the election result will be close...

Nicola Willis: Finance Minister defends Prime Minister Chris Luxon describing voters as 'customers' in sit-down interview

04 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The Finance Minister says Chris Luxon's description of voters in a recent sit-down interview was a 'slip of the tongue' as part of his corporate backg...

Jamie Mackay: The Country host on red meat prices improving after economic downturn

31 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

There's green shoots emerging for New Zealand's struggling red meat sector, according to new reports. The Meat Industry Association claims exports to ...

Jonathan Milne: Newsroom Pro managing editor on AG1's founder resigning following criminal history investigation

31 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Plenty of celebrities have expressed their support for supplement giant AG1 - but an investigation has dug up some questionable details about the comp...

Liam Dann: NZ Herald business editor at large on the economic impact of the US election

31 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

It's less than a week until voters in the US will cast their ballots and determine a new president - and experts are wondering about the economic impa...

Chris Nixon: NZIER Principal Economist on mayor Wayne Brown's push for direct flights to Sao Paulo

31 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Auckland mayor Wayne Brown has launched a bid to establish a direct flight from Auckland Airport to Brazil's Sao Paulo. He believes this could boost t...

Sharon Zollner: ANZ Chief Economist on construction leading the return of optimism to the business sector

31 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Optimism is rising among businesses - largely driven by construction.  ANZ's October business outlook has business confidence up five points on 6...

Jeremy Hutton: Milford Asset Management Equities Analyst on Spark reducing their profit outlook and dividend payout

30 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Spark has reduced its earnings and dividend guidance for the 2025 year, saying its financial performance 'falls short of what is acceptable'. The comp...

Jenee Tibshraeny: NZ Herald Wellington business editor on BNZ's bid to close Gloriavale accounts

30 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

BNZ is set to head back to court tomorrow as part of their ongoing legal dispute with Gloriavale. If the hearing goes well, the bank could get approva...

Katherine Rich: Business NZ CEO says the Government needs to ease the burden on small businesses, not politicise it

29 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Small businesses want the Government to rethink regulations it describes as a burden.  A new report from Business NZ claims small Kiwi businesses...

Brad Olsen: Infometrics Principal Economist on the latest employment numbers for September 2024

29 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The latest employment numbers for September 2024 show the job market is still in a tough spot. Annual filled jobs were down 0.9 percent compared to th...

Nicola Willis: Finance Minister on her plan to boost up Kiwibank so it can compete with the bigger banks

29 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The Finance Minister has received early advice on how to better capitalise Kiwibank so it might compete better with the large Australian-owned banks. ...

James Hartley: MBIE Communications Infrastructure and Trade General Manager on the proposed changes to NZ Post's services

29 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment is asking for feedback on Kiwi postal services.  It's proposing changes to NZ Post - includin...

Claire Matthews: Massey University Business School associate professor on the advice to boost Kiwibank's capital

28 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Treasury's advised the Government of three options to boost Kiwibank's capital to better compete with the Australian-owned banks.   They include ...

Angus Brown: Co-Founder of Arepa aims to conquer tough market with unique brain drink formula

25 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

This time last year Arepa found themselves in hot water after the government officials decided that made unsubstantial health claims of cognitive and ...

Sam Dickie: Fisher Funds expert on Netflix and similar streaming giants rolling out ads

24 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Plenty of Kiwi customers are still enjoying Netflix's output - and the company's doing well among investors. But as times get tough, the streaming gia...

Rowena Duncum: The Country host on Todd McClay talking trade ideas in Brazil

24 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The Minister for Trade and Agriculture is in Brazil on a New Zealand Trade Mission to São Paulo.  Todd McClay is expected to meet with experts a...

Bridget Abernethy: ERANZ chief executive on the market options available to companies amid power price surge

24 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The Electricity Authority said market options were available to big power users during the winter price spike that some blamed for their closure. The ...

James Calver: Ecoware co-founder on David Seymour's new school lunches using 'wasteful' packaging

24 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

David Seymour's new school lunch programme has opened up more concerns - this time from environmentalists.  The new lunches are expected to come ...

Stephanie Batchelor: Milford Asset Management analyst on LVMH's shares dropping

23 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

As the latest US earnings season picks up, one famed luxury good company has caught attention for all the wrong reasons. LVMH's earnings report left i...

Brad Olsen: Infometrics Principal Economist on New Zealand and Australia meeting with South East Asian nations to boost business and security

23 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Experts from Australia and New Zealand are meeting with leaders in Malaysia to discuss how to improve business and security. The three groups are expe...

Oliver Mander: NZ Shareholders Association CEO on Fletcher Building disappointing shareholders at recent AGM

23 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Fletcher Building's chief executive and board faced up to some very disappointed shareholders at today's annual general meeting. Company chief executi...

Mike Egan: Restaurant Association President on Uber Eats expanding service into regional New Zealand

23 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Uber Eats will be expanding into 12 new locations across the country, focusing on regional towns. From next month, its food delivery will be available...

Stuart Smith: Parliament Finance Committee chair on ANZ CEO Antonia Watson being grilled in banking sector competition inquiry

23 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The chair of Parliament's Finance Committee is perplexed ANZ's head wasn't across the details of her pay packet.  Chief executive Antonia Watson ...

Sophie Moloney: Sky TV Chief Executive on the company's new deal with Warner Bros Discovery

22 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Sky TV's struck a deal with Warner Bros Discovery - ensuring it continues to be the home of HBO content in New Zealand. The company has stopped HBO’...

Jacob Faull: Nature Baby co-founder on the company's planned expansion into the US

21 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Kiwi start-up Nature Baby is looking to expand into the US market again. What started as a small business operating out of an Auckland flat has grown ...

Nicola Willis: Finance Minister on the costs of New Zealand hosting the next America's Cup

21 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Finance Minister Nicola Willis has voiced pride for Team New Zealand following their latest America's Cup victory - but she's unsure if the nation can...

Aidan Bartlett: Designer Wardrobe CEO on the company's planned expansion across the Tasman

19 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Designer Wardrobe, the famed online retail start-up, has confirmed it plans to expand over into Australia. The company was founded in 2015, and it con...

Liam Dann: NZ Herald business editor at large on Temu's harmful impact on local businesses

17 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

According to new reports, one in four New Zealand adults have bought something off Temu in the last three months. The Chinese e-retailer, alongside si...

Murray Olds: Australian correspondent on Australia's unemployment rate dropping to 4.1 percent

17 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Over in Australia, unemployment rates have dropped to 4.1 percent - making a pre-Christmas cut to interest rates less likely. The economy added 64,100...

Deborah Lambie: Milford Asset Management analyst on investors turning towards vision care amid ageing population boom

16 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

As the world's ageing population is expected to grow over the coming decades, investors have turned their attention to vision care. As people get olde...

Jenee Tibshraeny: NZ Herald Wellington business editor on the Accident Compensation Corporation reporting a $7.2 billion deficit

16 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The Accident Compensation Corporation concedes there’s room for it to tighten its processes, as it proposes increasing the levies it charges to help...

Brad Olsen: Infometrics Principal Economist warns the RBNZ will need to slash the OCR quicker to keep up with inflation

16 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

There's pressure growing for the Reserve Bank to move more aggressively on the Official Cash Rate. New Zealand's inflation rate is officially back on ...

Mahe Drysdale: Tauranga mayor reveals city will wait to introduce outdoor dining charges

16 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Tauranga City Council will wait until mid-2025 to expand charges for letting businesses offer al fresco dining. The fee per-square-metre of footpath u...

Perspective with Heather du Plessis-Allan: The inflation fight is over, but the economy still suffers

16 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Well, how good is that inflation number out today? 2.2 percent - we're there, baby! We're pretty much bang on where inflation is supposed to sit - at ...

Paul Bloxham: HSBC chief economist predicts whether inflation will dip below 3 percent tomorrow

15 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

All eyes are on Stats NZ's newest release tomorrow - as Kiwis brace to find out the official Consumers Price Index figures. Following the Reserve Bank...

Rowena Duncum: The Country host celebrates the International Day of Rural Women

15 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Kiwi farming experts are paying tribute to the women in their lives as part of this year's International Day of Rural Women. Plenty of organisations h...

Brad Olsen: Infometrics Principal Economist on national house prices declining in 2024

15 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The housing market remains subdued across the country, with slightly weaker prices, more stock available and houses taking longer to sell. New data fr...

Baden Smith: Air NZ General Manager of Strategy, Networks and Fleet on the airline's Dreamliners receiving a makeover

15 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Long-awaited improvements to Air New Zealand's Dreamliner cabins are set to get under way. New seats, new carpets, new screens and new Business Premie...

Shane Solly: Harbour Asset Management spokesperson on China's efforts to stimulate its economy

14 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Over in China, officials have outlined plans to further stimulate the economy amid an ongoing downturn. China's Ministry of Finance announced that Chi...

Mahesh Muralidhar: Phase One CEO says New Zealand businesses should save money to expand overseas

14 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

One Kiwi investor believes more New Zealand businesses should be putting money aside in order to expand internationally. Phase One CEO Mahesh Muralidh...

Robin Oliver: OliverShaw Tax Partner on ASB's chief executive saying Kiwis need to pay more taxes

14 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

One expert has rejected the claim that Kiwis need to pay more taxes. ASB chief executive Vittoria Shortt says New Zealand has to bring in more tax dol...

Carolyn Young: Retail NZ chief executive on Wellington businesses calling for the council to reconsider Golden Mile project

14 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

There's more criticism of central city roadworks in Wellington. Retail NZ, Hospitality NZ and the Bus and Coach Association are asking the council to ...

John MacDonald: Less eyebrow raising, more glad-eye for foreign investors

14 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

I think we need to get over ourselves here in New Zealand when it comes to foreign investment. And it looks like we’re going to have to get over our...

Mark Smith: ASB senior economist on latest inflation figures

11 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Inflation appears to be easing, although some figures are continuing to surge. Latest Stats NZ figures show petrol is 14.9 percent cheaper than a year...

Liam Dann: NZ Herald Business Editor on the OCR being cut by 50 basis points to 4.75%

09 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The Official Cash Rate has been cut to 4.75%.  The Reserve Bank's lowered it by 50-basis points from 5.25% in a move predicted by economists. &nb...

Satish Ranchhod: Westpac Senior Economist on the latest Westpac Regional Roundup

07 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

It's a tale of two islands when it comes to the economy.   The Westpac Regional Roundup shows many businesses and households are suffering from t...

Sam Dickie: Fisher Funds expert on nuclear energy's role in the future

03 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Nuclear energy is experiencing a resurgence in interest amid concern surrounding shortages. Its greenhouse gas emissions are smaller than most - and &...

Liam Dann: NZ Herald business editor at large responds to 2024 Mood of the Boardroom survey

03 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Business leaders have given their verdict on the Government in the Herald’s Mood of the Boardroom survey. Some experts have noted that as the countr...

Nicola Willis: Finance Minister pleased with Mood of the Boardroom survey results

03 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The Finance Minister is pleased the nation's business heavyweights share her values and priorities. The Herald's annual Mood of the Boardroom survey h...

Annabel Turley: Christchurch Business Association Chair on the Arts Centre's food truck plans

02 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Christchurch's Business Association is calling out the food truck plans of the city's Arts Centre.   The centre's applied for licences for 33 tru...

Dame Joan Withers: Warehouse Group Chairperson on the Mood of the Boardroom survey, education being a priority

02 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Senior business leaders are rating Christopher Luxon well on keeping his Cabinet focused on delivery, and Education Minister Erica Stanford well on pe...

Jeremy Hutton: Milford Asset Management Equities Analyst on the biorefinery to be built at Marsden Point

02 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

A proposal to re-develop Marsden Point's decommissioned refinery is being considered. Channel Infrastructure NZ recently entered a conditional agreeme...

Jenee Tibshraeny: NZ Herald Wellington business editor on the Government's bid to discourage investment into flood prone areas of the country

02 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Politicians of all stripes say the Government shouldn’t try to stop the values of properties vulnerable to the effects of climate change from plumme...

Malcolm Fleming: NZ Certified Builders CEO on the Government's push for remote building inspections

02 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The Government has continued its push to increase the use of remote building inspections to speed up the construction and consenting process. Building...

Stephen England-Hall: Genesis Energy chief retail officer on the company taking a majority 65 percent stake in ChargeNet

02 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Genesis Energy has confirmed it will spend $64 million on taking a majority stake in ChargeNet - the nation's leading EV public charging network....

Paul Bloxham: HSBC chief economist on Australia's retail sales rebounding after winter downturn

01 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Australian retail sales rebounded by more than expected in August as warmer weather brought forward spring spending after a midwinter slump. According...

Brad Olsen: Infometrics Principal Economist on the declining demand for construction

01 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Construction continues to slow, although consents for office and public transport buildings have risen 26 percent. Stats NZ says new home consents dro...

Jamie Mackay: The Country host expects another successful Global Dairy Trade auction

01 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Another Global Dairy Trade auction is expected to take place tonight - and experts are predicting more good news this time round. There was a substant...

Christina Leung: NZIER deputy chief executive on the latest Quarterly Survey of Business Opinion indicating confidence has returned to sector

01 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

NZIER's latest Quarterly Survey of Business Opinion (QSBO) shows a marked improvement in business confidence in the September quarter. A net 5 percent...

Chris Quin: Foodstuffs North Island CEO on the Commerce Commission blocking proposed North and South Island merger

01 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Foodstuffs has argued a merger blocked by the Commerce Commission would benefit consumers and suppliers.  The competition watchdog has decided me...

Tom Hartmann: Sorted Personal Finance Lead on the increase on Kiwis applying for credit cards

01 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Kiwis struggling to stay afloat have turned to credit cards to bridge the cap amid an ongoing cost-of-living crisis. New credit card application enqui...

Shane Solly: Harbour Asset Management spokesperson on the new wave of policies designed to stimulate China's economy

30 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Over in China, regulators recently announced a range of monetary and fiscal stimulus policy changes aimed at fostering economic stabilisation and impr...

Grant Watson: Synlait CEO on the company's multi-million dollar net loss

30 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Synlait Milk has reported a net loss of $182.1 million and stumped up with a one-off payment to try to keep supplying South Island farmers.  The ...

Dr Juliet Ansell: NZ Winegrowers Research Centre CEO on the new research programme designed to boost NZ wine output

30 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The wine industry is hoping a new programme will help double production.  The Government is investing $5.6 million over seven years into the prog...

Steve Armitage: Hospitality New Zealand CEO on mayor Wayne Brown disestablishing Tātaki Auckland Unlimited

30 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Auckland mayor Wayne Brown aims to disestablish the city's tourism and economic development agency. The mayor is progressing plans to fold Tātaki Auc...

Shane Jones: Regional Development Minister unpacks the future of small town New Zealand

30 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

There's growing concerns about the future of small town New Zealand - with one expert warning 'tough conversations' are needed. The closure of Winston...