Economy
Green shoots and dire data, NZME angst, easiest scoop ever
Are our media confusing us with claims about 'green shoots' in the economy at the same time as more dire data in the headlines? Also - the epic security fail at the top of the Trump regime that gave a… Audio
Struggling parents put back-to-school costs on Afterpay
The biggest start-of-year expenses were stationery, followed by transport, uniforms and technology-related costs.
The Panel with Chris Finlayson & Verity Johnson (Part 1)
Tonight on The Panel, Mark Leishman is joined by panellists Chris Finlayson & Verity Johnson. The trio discuss an impending shortage of aged care beds, households doing it tough, and the Kiwi TV show… Audio
Northland has highest proportion on unemployment benefits
While much has been made of Wellington's job cuts, it's Northland that consistently has the highest proportion of its population on unemployment benefits. In February, 11 percent of the working age… Audio
Evening business for 28 March 2025
News from the business sector, including a market report. Audio
FMA set to axe more than 20 jobs
The country's leading financial market regulator is facing jobs cuts which may weaken its ability to protect investors.
Hallenstein Glasson posts $21.2m half-year profit
The clothng retailer's sales revenue rose nearly 8 percent to $240 million, but its margins edged lower and its costs rose.
Early Business News for 28 March 2025
Latest news from Radio New Zealand's business team. Audio
NZ's fruit wins in competitive Vietnamese produce market
NZ apple exporters are trying to capitalise on the increasingly wealthy Vietnamese consumer, while elbowing out global competition. Audio
Owners of Kathmandu and Rip Curl post $20m half-year loss
Sales are up just half a percent for outdoor goods retailer KMD Brands.
Tokelau to undergo national survey on cost of living
Tokelau to undergo national survey on cost of living. Audio
Why housing affordability is improving even while prices aren't falling
Massey University says housing affordability has improved, even though median house prices only fell in two regions.
Govt to replace Resource Management Act
The government says its replacement for the Resource Management Act will cut administrative and compliance costs by 45 percent. RMA Reform Minister Chris Bishop spoke to Corin Dann. Audio
Early Business News for 25 March 2025
Latest news from Radio New Zealand's business team. Audio
