Economy
Local council spending under government spotlight
The Government has announced changes to the Local Government Act to remove the four wellbeings - social, economic, environmental and cultural - and refocus councils on basics like roads and pipes… Audio
PM Luxon on Half Year Economic and Fiscal Update
Treasury will release its Half Year Economic and Fiscal Update on Tuesday afternoon. Prime Minister Christopher Luxon spoke to Corin Dann. Audio
Blame game ahead of opening of the books
It's widely expected the government will face bigger deficits for longer, with a latest update to show a sluggish economy. Audio
Treasury set to release Half Year Economic and Fiscal Update
Treasury will release its Half Year Economic and Fiscal Update on Tuesday afternoon. Business Editor Gyles Beckford spoke to Corin Dann. Audio
Govt to crack down on rates increases
The Government is cracking down on rates increases and wants to re-focus local councils on basics like roads and pipes. Local Government Minister Simeon Brown spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss. Audio
Early Business News for 17 December 2024
Latest news from Radio New Zealand's business team. Audio
Economic slowdown expected in GDP figures
An economist says regardless of the September quarter results, recent evidence suggests the economy is past the worst.
How many jobs have really been lost in Wellington this year?
Data shows Wellington City has lost over 19,000 jobs in the past year -- equal to 11.6% of jobs in the area. Audio
Evening business for 16 December 2024
News from the business sector, including a market report. Audio
Midday Business News for 16 December 2024
Midday Business News for 16 December 2024 Audio
Treasury to release Half Yearly Economic and Fiscal Update
It's a big week for economic statistics, with Treasury's Half Year Economic and Fiscal Update, or Hyefu, set to be released on Tuesday, the country's current account on Wednesday and the latest GDP… Audio
Early Business News for 16 December 2024
Latest news from Radio New Zealand's business team. Audio
Kiwis' economic fortunes set to lift after shaky start to 2025 - Kiwibank
The bank is forecasting a year of two halves - the first being bumpy with glimpses of growth, and an uplift in activity in the second half.
Govt's cuts to contractor and consultant spending ahead of schedule
The government says it is well ahead of its target to cut contractor and consultant spending.
Evening business for 13 December 2024
News from the business sector, including a market report. Audio
Midday Business News for 13 December 2024
Midday Business News for 13 December 2024 Audio
