Economy
Early Business News for 31 March 2025
Latest news from Radio New Zealand's business team. Audio
An atheist on why churches should remain tax-free
Critics say that churches' exemption from paying income tax gives them an unfair competitive advantage. But one atheist says these tax laws are essential for a thriving society. Audio
Albanese expects 'one-on-one' tariff discussion with Trump
There are concerns Australia could be impacted by the looming escalation in the Trump administration's global trade war when it unveils the reciprocal tariffs on so-called "liberation day".
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.
