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An economist says digging into today's inflation figures will reveal the real picture. Stats NZ is releasing Consumers Price Index figures later this morning - comparing prices between April and June, against the same period last year. Economists expect it surge to somewhere around four percent. Independent Economist Cameron Bagrie told Ryan Bridge he's more interested in core inflation - which st...

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Herald NOW Business host Garth Bray dives into the numbers ahead of the trade balance and CPI results this week. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Electricity and money go hand-in-hand. Every house needs power, and everything costs money.  So how do you balance the two in the midst of a Cost of Living Crisis? And what should you keep an eye out for that might impact the number on your energy bills? Harbour Asset Management Co-CEO Andrew Bascand & Harbour Asset Management Senior Manager Sue Walker join Tim Beveridge on Smart Money.&n...

Buying your first home can feel impossible, but you may be closer than you think. Mortgage adviser Michelle Isemonger joins Nadine Higgins to explain how to prepare before applying for finance, what banks are looking for and whether you really need a 20% deposit. They also cover pre-approval, KiwiSaver, auctions, insurance, buying with friends, credit card limits and the common mistakes that can d...

Could compulsory KiwiSaver help make New Zealanders wealthier and build a stronger economy? In this episode of Money Talks, Liam Dann speaks with policy advocate and economics student Leonard Hong about why he believes New Zealand needs a more ambitious approach to saving, investment and long-term wealth creation. Leonard reflects on his Korean-New Zealand upbringing, his fascination with economic...

Chris Luxon says he doesn't know if and when New Zealand could face higher tariffs from the US - but we'll weather whatever comes our way. Trade experts have suggested New Zealand could face a blanket 12.5 percent tariff as early as this Friday. It would replace the 10-percent tariff we currently face. The Prime Minister told Mike Hosking that there will continue to be strong demand for New Zealan...

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Trade Minister Todd McClay tells Senior Correspondent Katie Bradford how Swiss agreement could be New Zealand's next major trade win.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

BlackRock's Investment Institute's Ben Powell sees increasing energy demands for AI as opportunity. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Trade Minister Todd McClay addressed media with his Swiss counterpart Helene Budliger Artieda at the Future of Investment and Trade (FIT) Partnership ministerial meeting in Auckland to announce trade partnership talks.  Limited details are available as the talks are in the early stages. "What we've agreed today is to start a formal trade investment dialogue," McClay told Heather du Pless...

Lanaco's CE Nick Davenport tells Herald NOW Business how kiwi wool innovation powers world-first air filter for global market. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Todd McClay says Switzerland is the next target for a trade deal; Delmore development gets draft consent for 1250 homes in Upper Ōrewa on second attempt. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Australia's Financial Review reports concerns data centre growth may crowd out other sectors - investment outside tech & mining expected to fall 1.1% See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Queenstown has long been associated with jet boats, ski fields and postcard-perfect mountains.  But if veteran entrepreneur and online travel heavyweight Roger Sharp has his way, the resort town’s next big export won’t be adrenaline, it will be software. Sharp, who has spent decades at the cutting edge of online travel with companies like Webjet, Lastminute.com.au and WebBeds, is...

Supporters say NZ has opportunity with renewable energy to build a cleaner digital infrastructure sector, but there's been backlash overseas. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Federated Farmers Mark Hooper on H5N1, plus how record returns are helping farmers cut debt. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

NZ retail card spending rewinds on gains made in May, Stripe makes a $90b bid for PayPal, and US Treasury to mint a $1 coin with Trumps face on it. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The country's economic recovery may be coming.  New Infometrics forecasts show annual economic growth is set to reach a four-year high of 2.7% mid-next year.  They show the chances of yearly inflation continuing above 2% by then have dropped.  Chief Forecaster Gareth Kiernan told Mike Hosking that as long as fuel prices stay at manageable levels, they expect to see positive indicato...

The Social Development Minister believes the latest Jobseeker numbers prove employers are keen to take on people on benefits.  Latest MSD data shows a 1.9% increase year-on-year in people receiving the main benefit at the end of June.  12.8% of the working-age population is drawing on the main benefit – up from 12.6% a year ago.  Minister Louise Upston told Mike Hosking 86,000...

The country's economic recovery may be coming. New Infometrics forecasts show annual economic growth is set to reach a four-year high of 2.7-percent mid-next year. They show the chances of yearly inflation continuing above 2-percent by then, have dropped. ASB Chief Economist Nick Tuffley shares his thoughts.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hopes new pathways for global trade can be created as officials from small countries around the world meet in Auckland.  Trade Minister Todd McClay's chairing the Future of Investment and Trade Partnership meeting tomorrow – bringing together delegates from 21 countries.  It includes Liechtenstein, Malaysia, Panama, Rwanda, and Singapore.  International Business Forum Executiv...

The major US banks have reported their earnings, and experts say these results can offer a clear snapshot of the state of the US and global economy. JP Morgan, Goldman Sachs, Bank of America, and Citi were among the major banks reporting their results, leaving investors to speculate about the wider implications. Fisher Funds expert Sam Dickie explained further. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/list...

"We've burned through all the buffers" oil broker tells FT. The tanks are running dry globally, with about 30 days in the reserve and 20 on the water. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

As business owners, you know how hard it is keeping up with your business, let alone the news. Join Wilhelmina O'Keeffe each week as she gives you a rundown of the biggest stories that could impact your business, so you can make informed decisions with expert advice.   This week,  the flow-on effect from the Indian Prime Minister’s historic visit, why retailers are being forced to...