Brad Olsen

It's another lockdown. But most of us probably don't remember how tough it was.. especially for small businesses. Joining Nathan Rarere is Brad Olsen from Infometrics. Audio

Despite the government's recent attempts to slow the country's soaring house prices, latest Real Estate Institute data shows that they continue to rise and are now 31 per cent up on this time last… Audio

To discuss the hospo industry, Nathan Rarere spoke with Infometrics economist Brad Olsen. Audio

Hospitality businesses are saying they simply can't fill roles in their kitchens and on the floor. But hospitality union Raise the Bar says the problem is that pay and conditions aren't good enough to… Audio

Some of the country's restaurant owners are urging the government to let more hospitality workers into the country First Up has spoken to operators who have shut shop due to the lack of staff, and… Audio

The government has unlocked half-a-million dollars to support farmers devastated by the Canterbury floods. Farmers have reported losing the feed they need to feed their stock over the winter, milk… Audio

The Reserve Bank has shown no sign of taking its foot off the stimulus pedal as it holds the official cash rate at a record low 0.25 percent, and reaffirms easing monetary policies to support the… Audio

An economist says an unemployment insurance scheme won't be cheap - but it will be an important lifeline for people who lose their jobs.

The government is mooting an ACC-style scheme, covering 80… Audio

And who better to join us now to get into the knitty gritty of Budget 2021 is Infometrics economist Brad Olsen. Audio

The government was in crisis talks with workers' unions yesterday over its public sector so-called pay freeze, which has been met with fierce opposition. The public sector unions have warned of… Audio

Infometrix senior economist Brad Olsen talks to Jesse about a non-bank money lender is offering first home buyers mortgages with just a five percent deposit. Audio

There's been much speculation that the recent housing announcement could prompt landlords who feel targeted to put up rents. Now there's counter-talk of rent controls. How would it work?  Audio

Our tourism operators are champing at the bit to have Australian tourists back once the travel bubble opens on April the 19th. But how much of a boon are they going to be for the struggling sector… Audio

Nathan Rarere talked through yesterday's policy announcements with Infometrics economist Brad Olsen. Audio

The government has announced a raft of changes aimed at curbing the overheated housing market and helping first home buyers.The multi-billion dollar package will see the bright-line test doubled… Audio

Nathan Rarere spoke with Infometrics economist Brad Olsen. Audio

For the first time since Covid-19 upended the economy, New Zealand has recorded a week in which more people have found work than lost it.

Jobseeker figures for the last week of February show 3003… Audio

The latest Covid-19 lockdown is set to cost the economy closer to a quarter of a billion dollars. That's according to the latest analysis by ASB bank, which found that the impact would be bigger than… Audio