Best of Business

Chris Small: ABC Business Sales CEO on the MYOB report revealing the increasing work for SMEs

11 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Signs of growing positivity from New Zealand's small and medium sized businesses.   A new report from MYOB reveals that 33% of SMEs polled have m...

Stew Hamilton: Mercury Energy CEO on the Government's plan to build a new LNG import facility

10 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

A potential insurance policy for those who can't move away from gas for energy, as the Government charges ahead with its plans for an importing facili...

Simon Delander: Rua Gold vice-president on the company's plan to expand over the West Coast

10 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

A small West Coast town might be about to strike gold again. Canadian mining company Rua Gold has discovered a 2.5 kilometre stretch of gold and other...

Paul Goldsmith: Justice Minister defends early end to retail crime advisory group

10 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

The Justice Minister says his retail crime advisory group has been successful and productive. It'll been cut short, ending in May - not the planned Se...

Brad Olsen: Infometrics chief executive on the Government's signs a new standards agreement with Australia

09 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

More consistency across the Tasman in the standards for goods and services could reduce administrative burdens and free up business capacity.  A ...

Greg Foran: Former Air New Zealand CEO on taking over as head of US retailer Kroger

09 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

The former boss of Air New Zealand is jetting off to America.  It's been reported Greg Foran will be named as the new chief executive of retail g...

Kelly Eckhold: Westpac Chief Economist chats US dollar, European interest rates, and global dairy trade

05 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Westpac Chief Economist Kelly Eckhold joined Andrew Dickens to discuss the economic news in New Zealand and around the world.  They discussed Eur...

Jenee Tibshraeny: NZ Herald Wellington business editor on the Government's planned review into insurance premiums

04 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

The Government has launched a review into soaring home insurance costs - to take place over a six-month period. This investigation comes as AA Insuran...

Michael Luke: Milford Asset Management expert on software stocks plunging

04 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Software stocks have taken a dive, and it's prompted concern among economists. This follows a difficult month for the sector, with many of them seeing...

Ratu Mataira: OpenStar CEO on the company getting the funding for a new research facility

04 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

A Wellington fusion energy start-up’s getting a major boost, with fresh funding to build a next generation research facility. The Government will le...

Perspective with Heather du Plessis-Allan: There's a recovery story in today's unemployment figures

04 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

On the face of it, the unemployment figure out today is not good. It’s gone up, it's now sitting at 5.4 percent, a high we haven’t seen in almost ...

Millie Silvester: Trade Me spokesperson on the growing popularity of gold and silver listings

04 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Trade Me’s seeing a rush on gold and silver listings. Searches for both metals have surged on the site - and are now the second and third fastest-ri...

Simon Smuts-Kennedy: Hill's Hats owner on the rising popularity of Jackson St

04 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

An opinion piece in the Herald reckons Wellington's Cuba St has a rival for the title of the region's coolest strip. Lifestyle writer Joanna Wane says...

Brad Olsen: Infometrics Principal Economist on what the new unemployment figures mean for economic recovery

04 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

A warning we've been burnt by high hopes for economic recovery.  Stats NZ data out today puts unemployment at 5.4 percent in the December quarter...

Liam Dann: NZ Herald Business Editor on unemployment rising to 5.4%

03 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Unemployment's risen again to a ten-year high, with 165 thousand Kiwis currently out of work.  Stats NZ data shows the unemployment rate was 5.4%...

Paul Bloxham: HSBC chief economist on the RBA increasing the OCR to 3.85 percent

03 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

The Reserve Bank of Australia started the year off with an increase set to impact mortgage holders. The RBA increased the official cash rate by 25 bas...

Stephen Scheeler: Former Facebook CEO for Australia and New Zealand on whether parental controls are the way forward for social media

03 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Following the launch of Australia's ban on social media for under-16s, there's been debate over whether New Zealand should follow this example. Meta's...

John Worth: Geo40 CEO on the presence of sought-after metals in New Zealand

02 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

The head of a mineral extraction company says New Zealand's rich in some of these sought-after critical minerals.  New Zealand and the United Sta...

Murray Crane: Crane Brothers founder on the store extending their High Street lease

31 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

As more stores across Auckland's CBD close their doors for good, Crane Brothers has reaffirmed their commitment to the area. After extending their&nbs...

Greg Fleming: National MP on the cross party support for the Modern Slavery Bill

29 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

National and Labour are joining forces in support of legislation to tackle modern slavery.  Their bipartisan backing means the Bill can be introd...

Sam Dickie: Fisher Funds expert on Meta and Microsoft reporting their results

29 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Meta and Microsoft are among the big tech companies that just released their quarterly results after the stock market closed, and there's more results...

Simon Squibb: entrepreneur and influencer reveals why he's committed to helping Kiwis fund their dreams

29 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Simon Squibb has always been committed to encouraging people to fulfil their dreams, and as a multi-millionaire entrepreneur, he's in a position to ma...

Nikki Dines: Air New Zealand Chief People Officer on the planned cabin crew strike to take place in February

28 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Air New Zealand says it hopes to avoid a three-day strike by international cabin crew in February. E tū Union and the Flight Attendants Association h...

Brendan Larsen: Milford Asset Management expert on the possibility of more OCR changes

28 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

The Reserve Bank spent most of 2025 lowering the OCR, leaving experts to speculate how these changes impacted the economy. Since then, economic and bu...

Malcolm Fleming: NZ Certified Builders CEO on the rise in construction business liquidations

28 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

2026 has been a rough year for New Zealand's construction sector, with multiple businesses going bust in January alone. Reports show there were 22 app...

Brad Olsen: Infometrics Principal Economist on the possibility of the OCR going up later this year

28 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

The Official Cash Rate is expected to rise this year, although forecasters say predicting when is tricky. Inflation was stronger in the December quart...

Chris Wilkinson: First Retail Group Managing Director on Michael Hill reporting its first positive result in over two years

27 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

A possible sign of the economic recovery with Michael Hill's New Zealand operation reporting its first positive result in more than two years.  I...

Jamie Mackay: The Country host on the market reactions to the NZ-India trade deal

27 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Despite Labour raising some concerns with the Government's trade deal with India, the move has been welcomed by rural economists. Trade analyst Stephe...

John Maynard: Postal Workers Union co-president on NZ Post confirming it will close 142 more locations

27 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

NZ Post is being criticised for its radio silence, after announcing it's withdrawing services from inside 142 stores.  Despite the changes, 90 pe...

Andrew Barnes: Kiwi entrepreneur outlines plan to revitalise Auckland's CBD

26 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

There's been growing debate over how Auckland's CBD can be revitalised after years of uncertainty and economic decline. The $5.5 billion City Rail Lin...

Shane Solly: Harbour Asset Management expert on whether the US Federal Reserve will cut interest rates

26 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

US President Donald Trump has been upping the pressure on the Federal Reserve to cut rates. The US Federal Reserve is set to convene next week, and it...

Nicola Willis: Finance Minister on the impact of the latest rise in inflation

26 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Finance Minister Nicola Willis is hoping inflation can drop back into the Reserve Bank's target band off the back of the latest data. The annual infla...

Colleen Getley: GoGetta CEO on the rise in job hunters using AI to craft CVs

24 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

More and more job hunters are using AI to craft their CVs, but experts are looking to warn them away from the concept. Recent research shows half of K...

Liam Dann: NZ Herald Business Editor on the annual inflation rate rising to 3.1%

22 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Inflation's officially higher than it's supposed to be.  Latest Stats NZ data shows inflation's reached 3.1% – up from 3% at the last update th...

Sam Dickie: Fisher Funds expert examines the risks impacting the equity markets

22 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

The new year is getting under way, but concerns have been raised over what investors should focus on for 2026. There's risks impacting the tech sector...

Malcolm Johns: Genesis Energy CEO on what the latest operating reports mean for the winter season

22 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

The latest operating reports by New Zealand's leading power companies indicate things are looking up. Both Contact Energy and Genesis Energy have conf...

Perspective with Ryan Bridge: Does JP Morgan's Jamie Dimon have a point about AI?

22 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

If you don't know him, Jamie Dimon is the boss of JP Morgan and quite a smart guy, obviously. I've mentioned him a few times on this show because he's...

Brad Olsen: Infometrics chief executive on the reports claiming the 'brain drain' could be slowing down

22 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

There's signs the brain drain could be slowing, according to new reports. A total of 67,800 citizens left the country in the year to November 2025, ma...

Gavin Grey: UK correspondent on Europe reportedly looking to suspend approval of US trade deal

21 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

The European Parliament is planning to suspend approval of the US trade deal that was agreed to last July, according to new reports. Donald Trump has ...

Jenee Tibshraeny: NZ Herald Wellington business editor on whether homeowners have missed the perfect time to fix

21 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Experts have indicated the Reserve Bank could be done cutting the OCR for the moment, and there's questions about what this could mean for homeowners....

Jeremy Hutton: Milford Asset Management expert on Xero's rough start to 2026

21 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Accounting software business Xero has started 2026 on a low note, with the share price dropping significantly. This is in line with other challenges i...

Martin Snedden: former NZ Cricket CEO on the risks that come with leading a sporting body

21 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Three of New Zealand's biggest sporting bodies have seen their leaders depart, and it's prompted concerns about what this could mean for the sector. N...

Ed McKnight: Opes Partners economist on the Bay of Plenty overtaking Auckland for most expensive properties

21 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

A new challenger's taking on Auckland in the race for the most expensive properties.  Trade Me data shows the Bay of Plenty's average asking pric...

Matt Montgomerie: Forsyth Barr analyst on A2 Milk's shares dropping following declining China birth rate

20 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

New reports show China's 2025 birth rate was lower than expected, and that's impacted A2 Milk's shares. Data out of China revealed there were 5.63 liv...

Mark Lister: Craigs Investment Partners investment director on Fletcher Building selling construction arm to Vinci Construction

20 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome news for shareholders from one of our largest companies' change in direction. Fletcher Building is selling its construction arm to French mult...

Shane Solly: Harbour Asset Management expert on the market reactions to Trump's latest Greenland tariffs

19 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

US President Donald Trump has warned eight European countries he'll impose and hike tariffs - unless he can take over Danish autonomous territory, Gre...

Cath O'Brien: Board of Airline Representatives NZ executive director on the bid to get 24/7 coverage at Ohakea Airbase

19 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

There's growing concerns in the world of air travel, as New Zealand currently lacks a 24/7 backup airport. Ohakea Airbase originally filled that gap, ...

Nicola Willis: Finance Minister outlines goals for 2026

19 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Finance Minister Nicola Willis has outlined her goals for the new year, as the Government prepares for the upcoming 2026 election. Willis is hoping Ki...

Sandra Grey: CTU President on the new survey showing workers are displeased with the Government

19 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Thousands of blue collar and working class New Zealanders have expressed clear disapproval for this Government.  The Council of Trade Unions' Moo...

Paul Joules: RaboResearch analyst on the rise in chocolate companies looking to develop alternatives

19 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Chocolate products could be in for a shake-up, as manufacturers race to develop cocoa alternatives. A Rabobank report shows food companies are looking...

Simon Bridges: Auckland Business Chamber Chief Executive questions extent of economic relief ahead of State of the Nation speech

18 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

The business sector will want to know how the Government will support them - as the Prime Minister prepares for his State of the Nation speech.  ...

Jimmy Wales: Wikipedia founder on the site turning 25 and what that means for technology

18 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

On January 15, 2001, Wikipedia officially launched online, giving users a new platform to learn from. While the site's credibility and reliability wer...

Sandra Grey: CTU President on the growing calls for NZ to introduce 'right to disconnect' policies

17 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

As workers across the country return to their jobs for a new year, there's growing calls to give people the right to ignore their bosses after hours. ...

Best of 2025: Heather du Plessis-Allan - Does buying NZ-made ever work?

13 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

First of all, can I start by offering an apology to TVNZ? I gave them a bit of grief last night for starting the news bulletin with the peaches, ...

Carolyn Young: Retail NZ CEO on the proposed closure of EB Games' New Zealand stores

06 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Retail New Zealand's Chief Executive says the closure of Australian retailer EB Games would have a wide-reaching impact.   The Australian video-g...

Moko Tepania: Far North District Mayor encourages tourism to boost Northland businesses

23 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

The Far North District is a hot-spot for Kiwis looking to get away over the holidays.  However, due to the impacts of cyclones, storms and COVID ...

Jannet Xuccoa: When's the right time for a trust?

21 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Often trust have been seen to be province of the uber wealthy. But are they? And often people don't think about this issue until it is too late So whe...

Peter Lewis: Asia business correspondent says China's economy shows signs of strain

19 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In November China's economy showed clear signs of strain as investment, consumption, and industrial output all weakened more than anticipated.  "...

Sam Dickie: Fisher Funds expert looks back on global equity markets for 2025

18 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

2025 has been a memorable year for global equity markets, and it's prompted speculation from investors.  Between economic downturns and tariffs, ...

Jamie Mackay: The Country host on Nathan Guy being appointed as New Zealand’s special agricultural trade envoy

18 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Dairy farmer and agribusiness leader Nathan Guy is New Zealand’s new special agricultural trade envoy. Todd McClay, Minister for Trade and Investmen...

Brad Olsen: Infometrics Principal Economist on the reports showing NZ's economy is improving

18 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

New Zealand's back on the road to financial recovery, according to new reports. The latest Stats NZ data shows the economy contracted 0.5 percent in t...

Liam Dann: NZ Herald Business Editor on the GDP rising by 1.1% in Q3

17 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

New Zealand's economy grew more than expected between July and September.  But between April and June, it shrank more than previously thought.&nb...

Perspective with Ryan Bridge: Can we appreciate the good economic news coming out?

17 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

I know you shouldn't count your chickens before they hatch, but can we just take a minute to look at the good economic news coming out? Government boo...

Mark Wilkshire: The Co-Operative Bank chief executive on the new changes set to impact the Reserve Bank

17 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

There's hopes a new move by the Reserve Bank will bring about positive changes for New Zealand's banking sector. It is changing the mix of capital ban...

Bodo Lang: Massey University marketing professor on Trade Me marketplace being hit with $138m write-down

16 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Online marketplace Trade Me has been hit with a $138 million write-down of the value of its marketplace business unit. This comes as revenue continues...

Nicola Willis: Finance Minister hopeful surplus will be achieved by 2029 following half-year update

16 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

The Finance Minister's still aiming for a surplus this decade, despite today's bleak economic news. Treasury's Half Year Economic and Fiscal Update sh...

Chris Small: ABC Business Sales CEO on the service sector's worst performance since May

15 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

New data shows the service sector has now dipped in activity for six months in a row.  The most recent PSI recorded performance at its lowest sin...

Nicola Willis: Finance Minister speaks ahead of Half Year Economic and Fiscal Update release

15 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

The Government's Half Year Economic and Fiscal Update is due to be unveiled to the nation tomorrow, and the Finance Ministers outlined her expectation...

Barry Soper: Newstalk ZB senior political correspondent on whether surplus is likely to be pushed out further

15 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

The Prime Minister's tempering expectations ahead of the Government's books opening this week. The Half Year Economic and Fiscal Update will be unveil...

Harry Mellsop: Kiwi entrepreneur on his new AI-based startup Antioch

13 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

New Zealander Harry Mellsop has raised US$4.3 million for his start-up, Antioch, which he says brings artificial intelligence into the physical world....

Sabrina Delgado: Kiwibank economist predicts economic growth for 2026

13 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

New Zealand's economy is set to expand next year, as several key indicators point to economic recovery. Kiwibank's latest bi-annual report forecasts a...

Nick Tuffley: ASB Chief Economist says GDP has had a strong rebound in the second half of the year

12 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

There are signs that green shoots are starting to flourish economically.  The latest card spending data from Stats NZ shows retail spending was u...

Jamie Mackay: The Country host on the projected dairy prices for 2025/2026

11 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

The global dairy market is expected to face a period of weaker commodity prices off the back of a growth-filled 2025. According to Rabobank's Q4 Globa...

Michelle Allbon: The Fractional Directory CEO on the company signing a deal with the Singapore Government

11 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

The Singapore Government has teamed up with New Zealand-founded start-up The Fractional Directory for a new pilot programme. The project will pair fra...

Michael Luke: Milford Asset Management expert on the economic struggles impacting the retail sector

10 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Recent trading updates indicate the nation's leading retailers are feeling the pinch ahead of the busy season. The Warehouse and Kathmandu are among t...

Kelly Eckhold: Westpac chief economist defends the bank hiking fixed rates

10 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

A signal from the Reserve Bank's led Westpac to hike rates - and one economist expects other banks could follow.  Westpac lifted two five-year fi...

Christoph Schumacher: Massey University Professor of Innovation and Economics on the summer holiday period and productivity

08 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

The debate over out long summer break is heating up.  An op-ed from businessman Toss Grimley claims New Zealand’s extended shutdown hurts produ...

Chris Keall: NZ Herald Technology Editor on Deloitte Top 200 Company of the year winner Rocket Lab

05 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Deloitte's Top 200 awards took place at Auckland's Viaduct Event Centre last night, with New Zealand space company Rocket Lab, founded by Peter Beck, ...

Kerre Woodham: Productivity and the great Christmas shutdown

04 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

This morning, I'm going to pretty much let Toss Grumley do the opener for me.   Who's Toss Grumley? Well, Toss is a New Zealand business advisor ...

Fiona Cooper: NZUS Council Executive Director on today's US Business Summit

02 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

New Zealand’s relationship with the "Land of Opportunity" is taking the spotlight in Auckland today.  Business, trade, and political leaders ar...

Dan Schnur: University of California political analyst on doing business in Trump's America

02 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

University of California professor and political analyst Dan Schnur talks to Heather du Plessis-Allan on the realities of doing international trade wi...

Mike's Minute: I'm confident for 2026

01 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

It probably came out on the wrong day to get the coverage it deserved, but one of the last pieces in the economic turnaround told us we are basically ...

Tom Walters: Matakana Oysters owner says industry is struggling after heavy rain and wastewater spill

30 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Auckland oyster farmers are facing another blow just weeks after a major wastewater spill into the Mahurangi River. Watercare says heavy rain on 19 No...

Chris Luxon: Prime Minister says banks should be passing OCR rates to customers, or customers should switch banks

30 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Chris Luxon says banks need to be passing on their OCR cuts to customers - and customers should be switching banks if they don't. Mortgage rates have ...

Francesca Rudkin: Why are we in such a retail frenzy?

29 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Audio file  FR EDITORIAL 301125.mp3    Transcript  So, did you get yourself a bargain on Black Friday or some kind of good deal in...

Kevin Milne: A bouquet for a boutique business

29 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

This week Kevin Milne wants to give a boutique business their flowers.  All Better is a toy repair business run by Janice in Te Awamutu. She spec...

Enda Brady: UK correspondent on the fallout from the UK 2025 Budget

27 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

The UK’s embattled Labour Government has unveiled a tax-raising budget - after its full contents were leaked half an hour early. The plan's designed...

Sam Dickie: Fisher Funds expert on whether the AI bubble is set to pop

27 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

There's growing concerns from experts about the risks surrounding AI investments. Investors believe AI is at risk of forming a stock market bubble, an...

Perspective with Heather du Plessis-Allan: Is there a positive side to this recession?

27 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Can I give you a positive spin on the recession that we're just coming out of? I mean, maybe it's not so much a positive spin, but maybe it's an expla...

Brad Olsen: Infometrics principal economist on what's caused the recent recession to last so long

27 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

The Reserve Bank has blamed the ongoing recession on an uncertain property market, prompting experts to weigh in. New Zealand has traditionally relied...

Keith McLaughlin: Centrix Group Managing Director on the IRD's planned crackdown on stubborn debtors

27 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

The Inland Revenue Department has launched some new steps in bringing down tax debt - with one scheme linked to a key credit agency. Following a succe...

Stephanie Tully: Jetstar CEO shakes off criticism from Air New Zealand

27 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Business as usual for Jetstar, despite Air New Zealand taking a swipe at its airport discounts.  Air New Zealand head Nikhil Ravishankar claimed ...

Ian Woolford: Reserve Bank Money and Cash Director on the RBNZ trialling a community cash depot project

27 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

The Reserve Bank is addressing concerns cash is becoming inaccessible by bringing money to rural communities.   It has opened a 12-month trial of...

Mike Colson: Stout Street Chambers partner on the class-action lawsuit over the Northland power outage

27 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Businesses are taking class-action over a power outage to of all Northland last year - although the exact loss is still unknown. In June, an inexperie...

Kerre Woodham: Are you feeling optimistic?

26 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

The Pohutukawa are out and flowering and abundant. The days are longer, the sun is shining, the Reserve Bank has cut the OCR, Christmas is coming, sum...

Jenee Tibshraeny: NZ Herald Wellington business editor on the Government's Building Act overhaul

26 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Leaky-home experts fear a proposed overhaul of the Building Act could leave unlucky home owners - apartment owners in particular - in financial ruin. ...

Sam Trethewey: Milford Asset Management Portfolio Manager on the market reactions to the latest OCR cut

26 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

The Reserve Bank ended the year on a hopeful note and brought down the OCR for the end of 2025. The central bank cut the Official Cash Rate another 25...

Roger Gray: Port of Auckland CEO on whether New Zealand suffers from a culture of saying no

26 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

The Port of Auckland's CEO says a 'no' culture has permeated New Zealand.  Roger Gray says a cruise ship representative he spoke to in the US lab...

Christian Hawkesby: Reserve Bank Governor on whether Kiwis can expect more rate cuts next year

26 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

The Reserve Bank's outgoing Governor says New Zealand's economy may be doing better than we realise. The central bank has cut the OCR 25 basis points ...

Paul Bloxham: HSBC chief economist ahead of tomorrow's expected cuts to the OCR

25 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

The Reserve Bank is set to deliver their final Monetary Policy Statement for 2025 tomorrow, and reports indicate the OCR will be cut further. Economis...