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Midday Business News for 16 October 2025
The latest news from RNZ's business team. Audio
What do I do when someone at work is annoying, or a bully?
While you can choose your job, you can't choose who you work with.
Tech: Data back-up + what AI 'workslop' does in the workplace
Tech commentator Mark Pesce joins Kathryn to discuss how the South Korean government learned the hard way why back-ups to digital data are a good idea. Audio
Six common credit card mistakes
New Zealanders have millions of them, but are you wasting money on yours? Audio
Minister responds to calls to reverse proposed surcharge ban
The minister in charge of the proposed card surcharge ban is facing stiff resistance from retailers. Minister of Commerce and Consumer Affairs Scott Simpson spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss. Audio
No change to proposed card surcharge ban despite pleas
The government has no plans to back down on its proposed card surcharge ban - despite pleas from businesses to pause the move. Retail NZ's Chief Executive Carolyn Young spoke to Corin Dann Audio
Major bank commits to $100 million in loans for start-ups
The bank said 35 percent of small business owners it surveyed cited access to capital as one of their biggest challenges.
Viagogo makes 'a 180-degree U-turn' on position, claims Commerce Commission
The global ticket reseller says it has not made a concession, as the Commerce Commission suggests.
Global rating agency reaffirms NZ high level credit rating
But S&P noted budget deficits and debt need to be tackled.
Resene workers protest for living wage
"A slap in the face". That's the response from a Resene worker over the latest pay offer from the paint company to its factory workers. Employees, unions and supporters gathered outside Resene's head… Audio
Evening business for 15 October 2025
News from the business sector, including a market report. Audio
Reserve Bank chief economist defends Covid money-printing programme
Paul Conway told a Sydney investment conference the much-maligned strategy essentially paid for itself.
Midday Business News for 15 October 2025
The latest news from RNZ's business team. Audio
Banks now able to loan more to buyers with deposit below 20pc
From December, banks will be allowed to lend more to buyers with less than 20% deposit. Loan Market mortgage adviser Bruce Patten spoke to Charlotte Cook. Audio
Regulations Ministry to review hospitality sector
The review will cover regulations for restaurants, cafes, bars, food stalls at markets, food trucks, caterers, and hotels, but exclude gambling regulations.
More ads coming to a TV screen near you
For the first time in Aotearoa radio and TV history, advertisements will soon run on Sunday mornings. Audio
