Money
Increase in petrol prices may see spike in EV sales
Petrol prices are on the rise again, and the chair of advocacy group Drive Electric says an increase in prices at the pump often leads to a spike in EV sales. Drive Electric chairperson Kirsten Corson… Audio
Kiwi dollar makes some ground against a strong greenback
The New Zealand dollar has regained a bit of ground against a strong US dollar after late afternoon trading, rising to almost 56.1 US cents.
Prices at petrol pump set to get higher
You might soon be paying another 10 cents per litre when you fuel up.
Repairability and top tips for buying second-hand
Consumer NZ has created a comprehensive guide to buying second hand appliances with top tips to help people navigate the market. Audio
Biz Buzz with Nona Pelletier
RNZ business reporter Nona Pelletier joins Anna Thomas to share news from the business world, including shifts in Kiwis' alcohol drinking habits, and a changing working-age population. Audio
Falling NZ dollar could see fuel costs rise
The New Zealand dollar is trading at a nearly two-year low, meaning New Zealanders can expect more pain at the petrol pumps. AA's fuel price spokesperson Terry Collins and Alliance Group's global… Audio
NZ dollar falls to more than two-year low against US
The New Zealand Dollar is trading at a more than two-year low compared to the US Dollar, and it will put severe pressure on consumers. Business reporter Nona Pelletier has more. Audio
Pay $32,500 in two weeks, mum of three told
Another parent says a mistake happened while registering her child's birth.
Bank told to reimburse $30,000 after scammer impersonates staff
A woman who was caught by a scammer who made it look as if his phone number was the same as her bank's is to be reimbursed the $30,000 she lost.
Woman saves $500 after hit-and-run, thanks to CCTV cameras
After being smashed into and left with no contact details, Hawke's Bay woman Tracy Murfitt made a request for council CCTV footage that saved her $500.
Why did I have to give my ex half my KiwiSaver? - Ask Susan
Is my KiwiSaver my own account or relationship property? RNZ's money correspondent answers your questions.
Here's who will get the biggest benefit from falling interest rates
It may be people who have a one-year fix coming up for renewal in February who experience the biggest interest rate drop this cycle.
Are you protected if that expensive concert is cancelled?
You're ready to go the show, and check out your favourite band - but then it's called off. What do you do next?
Far from Hollywood's wealth, Los Angeles fire survivors feel forgotten
Residents of Los Angeles suburb of Altadena say they are concerned they are not a priority when it comes to government resources, insurance companies and emergency services.
Parents stung with unexpected $24,000 tax bill
More parents are getting bills for thousands after accidentally not declaring partners.
Struggling home-buyers and owners turning to non-bank lenders
One mortgage advisor has done more second-tier lending over the last six months than ever before.
'I'm angry': Woman caught in investment double scam
Having lost small amounts of money in investment scams, it was when someone claimed to be able to get the money back - plus returns - that the situation snowballed.
'Expect sub-5 percent home loan rates'
The cash rate is expected to be lowered by another 50 basis points soon, and further cuts are predicted.
Rare move as finance company receives licence to accept deposits
It is the first new non-bank deposit taker licence to be granted by the Reserve Bank in nearly a decade.
How the tax crackdown is working
Inland Revenue was given a budget boost this year, and it seems to be working, experts say.
