Economy
Morning Report Essentials for Monday 21st July 2025
In today's episode, the government says billions in new infrastructure projects will boost the economy and create thousands of jobs; Inflation is expected to hit a 12 month high for the June quarter… Audio
Inflation figures expected to hit 12-month high
Inflation is expected to hit a 12-month high for the June quarter - when figures are released later Monday morning. Westpac's Senior Economist Satish Ranchhod spoke to Corin Dann. Audio
Which occupations do we trust most?
Recent research has shown a dip in the public's confidence in some institutions. Audio
Why New Zealand First wants to require businesses to accept cash
Explainer - A member's bill put forward by New Zealand First would require businesses to accept cash as payment. Here's what you need to know. Audio
New Zealand reaches deal with Canada in long-running dairy trade dispute
The deal is expected to deliver up to $157 million to New Zealand dairy exporters. Audio
Farmers blame supermarkets over butter prices
Federated Farmers dairy chair Karl Dean says while the market always fluctuates, consumers are often missing out when prices do drop. Audio
New economic forecast paints rosier picture for NZ
A new forecast is painting a slightly rosier picture for the country's economic outlook. Infometrics' Chief Forecaster Gareth Kiernan spoke to Corin Dann. Audio
Do people earning $200,000 need help with childcare?
Some of the families now receiving Family Boost payments are among the 10% wealthiest in the country, an economist says.
The Panel with Holly Bennett and David Farrar Part 2
Is it time to consider raising GST from 15% to 18%? Tax expert Terry Baucher joins the panel to explain, before Tane Hawkins of Taranaki explains the secret to the success of his award-winning home… Audio
Find out why your KiwiSaver Statement is a must read
It's that time of the year when your KiwiSaver annual statement comes out. Mary Holm explains why you should read it! Audio
Midday Report Essentials for Thursday 17th July 2025
In today's episode, retailers are relieved to see a reduction in bank fees for processing card payments, but say it doesn't go far enough; A finance lender is calling for the government to step in and… Audio
Retailers welcome reduction in bank fees for card payments
Retailers are relieved to see a reduction in bank fees for processing card payments, but say it doesn't go far enough. Retail NZ chief executive Carolyn Young spoke to Charlotte Cook. Audio
Banking Association on consumer credit changes
The New Zealand Bankers' Association says retrospective legislation on consumer finance tidies up the existing law to ensure all bank disclosure breaches are treated the same as those currently. Audio
Scrutinising mining project returns
With 11 mining projects on the Govt's fast-track list, Massey University's geography professor Glenn Banks says the economic returns from mining are rarely scrutinised; and they are inseparable from… Audio
ComCom cuts transaction fees
The Commerce Commission has confirmed it will reduce how much banks can charge to process credit card payments, which it says will save Kiwi businesses $90 million a year. Audio
Social services seeing alarming levels of poverty
Families struggling with the cost of living are sleeping in one room and turning off the power during the day as they try to stay warm and pay their electricity bills. Amy Williams has the story. Audio
Officials warn David Seymour's Regulatory Standards Bill could be more expensive than thought
Officials have warned David Seymour's Regulatory Standards Bill could be much more expensive than previous estimates suggested, and could lead to business uncertainty, slowing economic growth… Audio
