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Carl Carrington: NZ King Salmon CEO on what Donald Trump's new tariffs mean for the business

03 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

New Zealand is finally in the firing line of Donald Trump's tariffs - but one Kiwi CEO is determined to make the best of things. Under the new regime,...

Todd McClay: Trade Minister reacts to new tariffs set by the Trump administration

03 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

The Government's questioning the numbers the US is using to justify new tariffs. The Trump administration claims it is imposing a 10 percent tariff on...

Jeanette Hoffman: Republican strategist reveals how Donald Trump's tariffs are being received in America

03 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

President Donald Trump has today confirmed a roll-out of 10 percent tariffs on almost all imports to the US. They're much higher for some countries an...

Stephen Jacobi: New Zealand International Business Forum Executive Director on Donald Trump introducing new tariffs for NZ

03 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

President Donald Trump today announced sweeping tariffs on more than 125 countries, including 10 percent on imports coming from New Zealand. One exper...

Jeremy Hutton: Milford Asset Management Equities Analyst ahead of Trump's 'Liberation Day'

02 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Tomorrow at 9am NZT, investors, economists and financial experts will be tuned in to watch Donald Trump's much-anticipated update regarding tariffs.&n...

Chand Sahrawat: restaurateur and KOL co-owner on shutting the restaurant amid 'challenging' trade conditions

02 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Another famed Kiwi restaurant has been forced to close its doors amid the ongoing economic downturn. Sid and Chand Sahrawat are shuttering Ponsonby's ...

Jenee Tibshraeny: NZ Herald Wellington business editor unveils some new details surrounding Adrian Orr's resignation

02 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

The Reserve Bank wasn’t planning to announce former governor Adrian Orr’s resignation until after it had hosted a big international conference. Bu...

Ed McKnight: Property investment expert reveals whether or not the housing market is set to take off

02 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Property sales have reached the highest point in years - but the number of unsold homes is at a record high. Barfoot & Thompson has revealed March...

Brad Olsen: Infometrics Chief Economist on Team NZ revealing the America's Cup will not return to Auckland in 2027

01 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

The Government's move to reject an Auckland America's Cup bid has been met with divided responses. The play for 2027 series can't go ahead without an ...

Paul Bloxham: HSBC chief economist on the RBA moving to hold the OCR at 4.1 percent

01 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

The Australian Reserve Bank has moved to hold the OCR steady at 4.1 percent following this afternoon's meeting. Interest rates started to drop in Febr...

Murray Olds: Australian correspondent on the Reserve Bank holding the OCR steady

01 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Australia's Reserve Bank has kept its Official Cash Rate unchanged - as it waits for the impact of tariffs expected from Donald Trump tomorrow. New Ze...

Gavin Grey: UK correspondent on Sir Keir Starmer and Donald Trump having a 'productive' talk about tariffs

31 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

UK Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer and Donald Trump have recently had 'productive negotiations' about the economic relationship between the UK and US....

Cath O'Brien: BARNZ Executive Director on Auckland Airport cutting its airline charges after Commerce Commission investigation

31 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Auckland Airport has cut its airline charges after the Commerce Commission found the airport’s forecast revenue was “excessive” and its target...

Shane Solly: Harbour Asset Management spokesperson ahead of Donald Trump's 'Liberation Day' of tariffs

31 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

President Donald Trump is set to unveil a barrage of tariffs on April 2nd - and industry experts have voiced concerns. The day has been dubbed 'Libera...

Winston Peters: Minister for Rail unveils details of new Cook Strait ferry replacement plan

31 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

The Minister-in-charge has promised Interislander's ferries are safe until our new ones arrive. The Government's announced specifications for two ship...

Katherine Rich: BusinessNZ Chief Executive praises Brooke van Velden's new workplace reforms

31 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Small businesses will have less health and safety obligations under new reforms.  Workplace Relations and Safety Minister Brooke van Velden has r...

Patrick Noone: former Costco managing director explains why it's difficult for retailers to enter the NZ market

31 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

The Finance Minister is looking to boost competition in New Zealand's supermarket sector - with a final push to encourage new players to enter the mar...

Business Panel: Restaurant Association president Mike Egan and Method Recycling co-founder India Korner

31 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

It was a huge weekend in Wellington with Cuba Dupa, three nights of Graham Norton, Sir Bob Geldof, the Hurricanes, the Phoenix and one of the world's ...

Simon Malpas: Kitea Health co-founder on the company winning spots on two FDA fast-track programmes

29 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Kiwi start-up Kitea Health has experienced a successful start to 2025.  In the last three months, Kitea has secured a place in the FDA fast track...

Kate Duckworth: intellectual property law expert on Kiwi designer Sera Lilly's designs being sold on Shein without her consent

29 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Kiwi fashion designer Sera Lilly has taken to social media after discovering her designs - and original photos - on fast-fashion online giant Shein. I...

Ernie Newman: grocery policy expert ahead of Nicola Willis' announcement on supermarket reform

29 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

One expert has voiced concerns ahead of the Finance Minister's announcement to improve competition in the grocery sector. Nicola Willis is set to deta...

Enda Brady: UK correspondent on Donald Trump's tariffs on auto imports potentially sending the UK into recession

27 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Donald Trump's latest tariffs on auto imports could send the UK into a recession, according to experts. The US President says putting a 25 percent tar...

Sam Dickie: Fisher Funds expert on the benefits and drawbacks in investing in the Indian economy

27 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

The Indian stock market is catching the attention of investors - and experts are claiming there's plenty of potential. The economy is also attracting ...

Liam Dann: NZ Herald business editor at large on Donald Trump announcing 25 percent tariffs on car imports to US

27 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

President Donald Trump has recently announced he will be putting 25 percent tariffs on auto imports into the US. Trump explained this move would foste...

Steve Armitage: Hospitality NZ chief executive on what makes a good gastropub

27 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

The 2025 Estrella Damm Top 50 New Zealand Gastropubs Awards took place last night - with the nation's top spots being celebrated by Kiwi fans. Southla...

Selina Wright: The Fat Duck co-owner on the Te Anau spot being named New Zealand's best gastropub

27 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

A popular Southland hotspot has been named Supreme Champion at the 2025 Estrella Damm Top 50 New Zealand Gastropubs Awards last night. Te Anau's The F...

Jeremy Hutton: Milford Asset Management Equities Analyst on KMD Brands posting a half-year net loss

26 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

KMD Brands, parent of Kathmandu, Rip Curl and Oboz, has posted a $20 million half-year loss despite growing sales year-on-year, a result the company p...

Jenee Tibshraeny: NZ Herald Wellington business editor on the Government looking to change the Foreign Investment Fund regime

26 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Revenue Minister Simon Watts this month unveiled plans to change the Foreign Investment Fund (FIF) regime to give some foreigners with illiquid invest...

Roger Harper: Torpedo7 owner reveals plans to rebrand retailer

26 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Torpedo7’s new owners have revealed a major shake-up to the outdoor sports gear retailer. Tahua Partners plan to close its stores in Rotorua and Auc...

Dougal Sutherland: Umbrella Wellbeing Principal Psychologist on the economic costs of unwell workers pushing through

26 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

New research reveals New Zealand businesses are losing billions of dollars a year as a result of unwell workers pushing through instead of taking time...

Jamie Mackay: The Country host on former Special Trade Envoy Mike Petersen issuing a warning to Kiwi primary exporters

25 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

One former Special Trade Envoy has issued a warning to Kiwi primary exporters amid the escalating trade war. Mike Petersen has joined the chorus of in...

Brad Olsen: Infometrics Principal Economist on the recent boom in cherry exports

25 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Export prices are sitting in a strong position - with cherries seeing a surge in overseas demand. New data shows cherry exports over the 2024/25 seaso...

Martin Hawes: financial adviser on the number of Kiwis working past the age of 65

25 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

New data shows a significant number of Kiwis are working past the retirement age. A new report from Stats NZ shows there are almost 200,000 New Zealan...

Meena Satishkumar: Tech Beyond Gender founder on why more female and gender-diverse tech professionals are reconsidering roles

25 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

A new report exploring the tech sector has raised concerns among experts. A new survey by Tech Beyond Gender found that over half of all female and ge...

Own Evans: Lo-Fi Productions managing director expresses concern over proposed regulations impacting events

25 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

There's fears stricter regulation of event organisers could hurt smaller promoters most.  Three companies connected to Juicy Fest and Timeless Su...

Gertjan Verdickt: Auckland University finance lecturer unpacks research revealing whisky, Lego and handbags might be safer investments

25 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

New research shows investors looking for the best returns might be better off putting money into whisky or Lego, as opposed to the share market. ...

Michael Gordon: Westpac senior economist on the declining confidence in the labour market

25 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Confidence in the labour market is shrinking, according to new reports. The Westpac-McDermott Miller index shows employment confidence has reached its...

Shane Solly: Harbour Asset Management spokesperson on the increased concerns over slowing global growth

24 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

The global economy has gone through an interesting few months - and it's got markets worried. Trade concerns are impacting markets all over the world,...

Tim Carter: Synlait acting Chief Executive on the company moving back into profit

24 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

A return to profit for troubled Canterbury milk processor Synlait. Its half-year result to January's end shows earnings of $63 million before interest...

Nicola Willis: Finance Minister on the Government's upcoming announcement about the future of the supermarket sector

24 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

The Finance Minister says there will be an announcement in the next week on the Government's next steps to encourage more competition in the supermark...

Chris Bishop: RMA Reform Minister on the Government's new Resource Management Act system

24 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Land owners will have more control of their property under the Government's new Resource Management Act system.  It's scrapping the RMA to replac...

John Journee: The Warehouse interim Chief Executive on making a profit again

21 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

The Warehouse group is making a profit again, announcing its half-year results for the six months ending 26 January this year.  But results did s...

Paul Koch: Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport Vice President on the GDP increase

20 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

New Zealand's move out of recession is being felt by some much earlier than others.  Latest figures show our economy's grown by 0.7% between Octo...

Liam Dann: Business Editor on NZ officially out of recession, what's to come for the economy

20 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

New Zealand has climbed out of a recession as the economy grew 0.7% in the December quarter.  The outcome was better than economists predicted an...

Andrew Curtayne: Milford Asset Management expert on the ongoing volatility in the US stock market

19 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

The US stock market is still undergoing a turbulent period, with more investors aiming to cut their losses. Donald Trump's tariffs still loom large ov...

Jenee Tibshraeny: NZ Herald Wellington business editor on S&P Global Ratings downgrading the credit ratings of 18 councils

19 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

18 councils and three council-controlled organisations have recently had their credit ratings downgraded by S&P Global Ratings. The credit rating ...

Tony Coleman: New Zealand Gold Merchants spokesperson on the price of gold soaring higher than ever

19 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Amid worldwide economic turmoil, the price of gold has hit a record high this week. It's broken through the US$3000 per ounce mark - and is currently ...

Satish Ranchhod: Westpac senior economist on consumer confidence declining

19 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Global uncertainty and domestic cost-of-living pressures are hitting collective consumer confidence hard, according to new data. The Westpac McDermott...

Amy Ross: employment relations expert voices support for new bill protecting employees' rights to discuss their wages

19 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

An employment relations expert says many workers want to discuss how much they earn - and should be allowed to. A Bill put forward by Labour would pro...

Paul Bloxham: HSBC chief economist on the OECD reducing its global economic outlook amid escalating trade tariffs

18 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

The OECD has downgraded its outlook for the global economy as a result of President Trump's escalating trade wars. Canada and Mexico are predicted to ...

Brad Olsen: Infometrics Principal Economist on the new deals set to lure in Auckland renters

18 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Househunters are being offered $500 grocery vouchers or a free week's rent by Auckland landlords keen to lure them in. This comes as new TradeMe data ...

Chris Wilkinson: First Retail Group managing director on Auckland Airport promising changes for duty-free

18 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Auckland International Airport’s duty-free stores are set for a big makeover under a new partnership with French global travel retailer Lagardère. ...

Jarrod Strong: Eva's Garage director on the café launching a new coffee subscription service

18 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

A new Wellington café is hoping a subscription-based coffee offer will help boost the company in a tough economic environment. For $70 a month, custo...

Shane Solly: Harbour Asset Management spokesperson on the US share market bouncing back

17 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

The US share market bounced back at the end of last week, despite growing concerns about America's economic future. New data shows there's a decline i...

Chris Litten: Building Research Association expert on whether more insulation makes your house too hot

17 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

A new study from the Building Research Association has found that indoor summer temperatures have gone up 6 to 10 percent in the last 20 years. The ne...

Nathan Guy: Meat Industry Association Independent Chair explains how primary sector can benefit from NZ-India trade deal

17 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

New Zealand's sheep farmers could be big winners if we secure a trade deal with India.  The Prime Minister has announced formal negotiations on a...

Julie Wilson: Airbnb volunteer community leader on Wellington Airbnb hosts voicing disapproval with accommodation rate hike

17 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Wellington Airbnb hosts are hitting out at the city council and claiming accommodation rate hikes are overkill.  It's proposing applying commerci...

Todd McLay: Trade Minister on free trade agreement with India

16 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

The Government has announced New Zealand will enter into a free trade agreement with India.  The announcement came overnight as the Prime Ministe...

Jason Walls: Newstalk ZB political editor on Chris Luxon's four-day trip to India

15 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

The economy, trade, and talks will be top-of-mind as the Prime Minister lands in India today. Christopher Luxon's being joined by a large business and...

Sam Stubbs: Simplicity co-founder on Nicola Willis mulling over changing KiwiSaver contributions

15 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

The default Kiwisaver contribution rate could be due for a shakeup. Finance Minister Nicola Willis is looking at upping the amount employees and emplo...

Liam Dann: Business Editor explains what Public Private Partnerships are

14 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Liam Dann joined Matt Heath and Tyler Adams to explain how public private partnerships work.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy informatio...

Sam Dickie: Fisher Funds expert on Tesla's share price taking a hit

13 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Tesla's share price has taken a dive in recent months. Donald Trump's ascension to the US Presidency initially helped boost the share price, but it's ...

Liam Dann: NZ Herald business editor at large on the new stats revealing how many Kiwis left the country

13 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

The number of people leaving the country long-term hit another new record in the year to January - but monthly data suggests the brain drain has peake...

Brett Shepherd: Craigs Investment Partners spokesperson recaps the first day of the Government's Infrastructure Investment Summit

13 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Investors are keen to see a long term pipeline of work - before committing to spending their money here.  More than a hundred companies, managing...

Chris Bishop: Infrastructure Minister on the Government's first Infrastructure Investment Summit

13 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

The Minister in charge of the Government's Infrastructure Investment Summit says deals will mostly be done in the coming weeks, months and years ahead...

Murray Olds: Australian correspondent on Westpac's boss urging Australians to stop complaining about tariffs

13 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Over in Australia, Westpac's head is urging people to stop complaining over the new tariffs set out by the Trump administration. The US President has ...

Stephanie Batchelor: Milford Asset Management expert on the significant drops in the US financial market

12 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Investors have voiced concerns over declining US market growth - resulting in a significant drop. US President Donald Trump also didn't rule out a rec...

Jenee Tibshraeny: NZ Herald Wellington business editor on the IMF's annual report on New Zealand's economy

12 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

The International Monetary Fund is cautioning the Government against bending over backwards, deregulating banks in a bid to spur more competition in t...

Jason Walls: Newstalk ZB political editor ahead of the Government's Infrastructure Investment Summit

12 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Delegates from some of the world's largest banks and investment firms have arrived in Auckland for the Government's first Infrastructure Investment Su...

Shane Jones: Energy Minister on the opening of a new production well in the Pohokura gas field

12 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

The Energy Minister says he's doing his best to improve the stability of energy supply.  A new gas well at the Pohokura Production Station in Tar...

Barry Soper: Newstalk ZB senior political correspondent on New Zealand's banking sector making a profit amid economic downturn

12 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Banks are hanging tough despite tough economic conditions.  A KPMG report has found the sector's net profit for 2024 increased just 0.25 percent ...

Rod Duke: Briscoe Group managing director on the company's full-year sales data

12 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Briscoe Group's revenue has stayed virtually flat, with profit taking a hit. Total revenue for the owner of Briscoe Homeware and Rebel Sport decreased...

Katherine Baird: BusinessNZ Director Of Advocacy on the Government overhauling procurement rules

12 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

An overhaul of the Government's procurement rule is a win for small Kiwi businesses. The Finance Minister is scrapping 24 requirements and adding a ne...

Brad Olsen: Infometrics Principal Economist on the market's response to Donald Trump's comments about the economy

11 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Stock markets across the US have taken a significant hit over concerns about the negative economic impact of President Donald Trump's tariffs. After t...

Jamie Mackay: The Country host on the golden run that's set to continue for NZ beef pricing

11 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Following a surge in the second half of 2024, the golden run for New Zealand farmgate beef pricing has continued in the early part of 2025.  Retu...

Dame Therese Walsh: India Business Delegation Lead on the opportunities in the ministerial delegation to India

10 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

The Prime Minister's taking one of the largest ministerial delegations to India.  Christopher Luxon is heading to New Delhi and Mumbai on Saturda...

Paul Bloxham: HSBC chief economist on Donald Trump's impact on the economy

10 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

New Zealand is hoping for an economic reprieve - but experts warn that's less likely to happen this year. Donald Trump's ascension to the presidency h...

Shane Solly: Harbour Asset Management spokesperson on Donald Trump declining to rule out US recession amid tariff war

10 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

US President Donald Trump has declined to rule out a recession this year as his administration's tariffs spark economic concern. It comes after a vola...

Rachel Aiello: Canadian correspondent on what we can expect from Canada's new Prime Minister

10 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Canada's new Prime Minister is expected to tout his economic expertise as he enters the job.  Mark Carney has served as Governor of Canada's and ...

Peter Lewis: Asia Business Correspondent on China's retaliation against Trump and US trade war

07 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

How is China feeling amid the trade war coming out of the United States?  Tariffs have been on and off under Trump's direction, but when it comes...

Enda Brady: UK correspondent on UK supermarkets adding non-alcoholic lagers to meal deals

06 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Meal deals have been a staple across UK retailers - and some outlets are offering consumers a new lunchtime option. Companies like Asda, Sainsbury's a...

Sam Dickie: Fisher Funds expert explains why equity markets are falling

06 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Equity markets across the world have taken a dive - and one expert has explained the sudden drop. Donald Trump's tariff threat and collective concerns...

Jamie Mackay: The Country host on red meat prices rebounding

06 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

New Zealand’s red meat sector is on track for a strong rebound, with export returns and overall profitability expected to rise. According to Beef + ...

Liam Dann: NZ Herald business editor at large on petrol prices being expected to drop

06 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Good news for Kiwi motorists - they can look forward to lower fuel prices in the next few days. The price of oil is at its lowest level in more than t...

Michael Wood: E tū negotiator on Canadian billionaire Jim Grenon's potential impact on NZME

06 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

An Auckland-based Canadian billionaire previously linked to an alternative news venture has taken a substantial holding in media company NZME. NZME ow...

Irene King: aviation commentator on Air New Zealand CEO Greg Foran's resignation

06 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Air New Zealand is in for a change - with CEO Greg Foran resigning from October. He's told the board the airline is in a good place and this is the ri...

Jessica Walker: Consumer NZ Acting Head of Research and Advocacy on the growing calls to ban card payment surcharges

06 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

There's renewed calls for an outright ban on card payment surcharges.  Consumer NZ says the Commerce Commission's considering lowering interchang...

Sam Trethewey: Milford Asset Management Portfolio Manager on the current state of the 2025 stock market

05 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

It's a big week for the New Zealand stock market, and one expert is taking a look at the highest performers. As results reporting continues, some comp...

Jenee Tibshraeny: NZ Herald Wellington business editor on Adrian Orr's abrupt resignation from the Reserve Bank

05 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Major question marks over the shock-resignation of Reserve Bank Governor Adrian Orr. Orr's laid out areas of his work he's proud of, but gave no reaso...

Gareth Kiernan: Infometrics Chief Forecaster on the economic impact of Donald Trump's tariffs

05 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

One expert has delivered a grim outlook for share markets around the world.  Stocks have tumbled after US President Donald Trump slapped tariffs ...

Mark Orams: sailing professor floats the idea of the America's Cup returning to Auckland

05 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Auckland has expressed interest towards Emirates Team New Zealand around returning the next America's Cup defence to the City of Sails. Tataki Aucklan...

Todd McClay: Trade Minister unpacks what Donald Trump's proposed tariffs could mean for New Zealand

05 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

The Trade Minister says he's taking potential disruption to trade very seriously.   US President Donald Trump has sent stocks tumbling across the...

Barry Soper: ZB senior political correspondent on Adrian Orr's sudden resignation as Reserve Bank Governor

05 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Today's surprise resignation by Reserve Bank Governor Adrian Orr has left experts with plenty of questions. Neither the Prime Minister nor Finance Min...

Jonathan Kearsley: US correspondent on Donald Trump delivering his first Congress address of his second term

05 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Donald Trump says tariffs will make the US rich again.  The President's been delivering his first Congress address since commencing his second te...

Brad Olsen: Infometrics Principal Economist on Adrian Orr's 'unexpected' resignation

05 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Industry experts have voiced their surprise after the Reserve Bank Governor abruptly resigned today.   Adrian Orr was almost halfway through his ...

Paul Bloxham: HSBC chief economist ahead of Australia's GDP figures being released

04 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Economists are outlining their predictions as Australia prepares to release a GDP update tomorrow. The Australian economy is predicted to have grown f...

Jamie Mackay: The Country host on Donald Trump proposing tariffs on agriculture imports

04 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

US President Donald Trump has indicated tariffs on imported agricultural products could take effect as soon as April. This announcement has generated ...

Brad Olsen: Infometrics Principal Economist on the recent drop in housing consents

04 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

The coalition Government wants more homes to be built cheaper and faster, yet official data shows an annual 7.2 percent drop in the sector. New data f...

Winston Peters: Rail Minister reiterates previous Cook Strait ferry deal wasn't a good one

04 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

As Hyundai is back on the table for a potential Cook Strait ferry deal, Winston Peters is reiterating his view that the previous deal wasn't a good on...

Leeann Watson: Business Canterbury CEO on the mood of business owners and growing confidence in the region

04 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In the first of their regular catch ups, Business Canterbury’s Leeann Watson joined John MacDonald in studio to dig into what’s happening on the b...