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With more than more than 25 years' experience reporting on consumer affairs, business and politics, Garth Bray brings you today's business news, direct from the Herald NOW studio.

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Mythos presents worrying cyber security implications - The Milford Report 21.04.2026 5:21

Anthropic's AI model Mythos, found vulnerabilities in every major operating system it tested. Milford's Sustainable Investment Analyst - Grace O’Hanlon. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Bitcoin traders may be getting a novel experience for the digital age 21.04.2026 1:33

IRD is contacting crypto traders to remind them that any gains or losses are taxable income. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

US markets rallied last week. When will NZ do the same? 20.04.2026 4:32

'We're more exposed as an economy to the Middle East pressure point' Shane Solly - Harbour Asset Management. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Fran O'Sullivan on the India free trade deal due to be signed next Monday 20.04.2026 5:58

'Aspiration to invest $33b in 15 years. "I'd be very surprised if we get anwhere in coo-wee of that, however it indicates that the doors are open to NZ" See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Comvita announces a new strategic investor - chief executive Karl Granod 15.04.2026 6:34

Will a 30-million dollar capital raise be enough to stabilise New Zealand's largest honey exporter? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The round trip on global equity - Zoe Wallis, Forsyth Barr 15.04.2026 2:04

'The big question for global markets is what's going to happen with reporting season?' See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Don’t we just love comeback stories? Allbirds has a makeover 15.04.2026 1:53

Allbirds is renaming as NewBird AI as it pivots from shoes to AI and that move announced overnight has boosted its share price more than 700%.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Amazon reaching for the skies - literally. 15.04.2026 2:11

How will it change the competitive dynamic in satellite to mobile services, which Elon Musk dominates at the moment with Starlink Video? Tech with 2degrees - Peter Griffin See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Universal pain and gloom for all sectors as fuel crisis bites 15.04.2026 7:05

Westpac Senior Analyst Satish Ranchhod discusses why the forestry sector is particularly vulnerable. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Employee benefits company Extraordinary is reshaping how staff are supported 14.04.2026 5:31

Extraordinary CE Steve Zinsli on how its helping businesses provide cheaper commuting options by making public transport tax free. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Luxury brands are betting big on high-end shoppers in Auckland 14.04.2026 5:06

"We've got alot of things happening in that luxury space ... we've seen a revival in High Street where we are." Murray Crane - Crane Brothers See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

'It's a bit detached from the reality of what's happening in the economy' 14.04.2026 5:26

'Three rate hikes ignores that the market has already dramatically tightened conditions": Matt Goodson, Salt Funds Management. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The risk of budget blowouts as the global economy enters recession 14.04.2026 1:35

Timely, targeted and temporary. Why there will be no cash spash to take the pain out of rising fuel prices. 2Degrees wrap with Garth Bray See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Concern the Reserve Bank could hike interest rates as early as July ... three times 14.04.2026 3:55

Business commentator Bernard Hickey - "Anna Breman is talking tough.. not sure Nicola Willis will be thrilled with three rate hikes before the election." See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Damaging words in investing - ‘this time is different’ 14.04.2026 4:17

The Milford Report - From a market perspective is this period genuinely different from what we’ve seen before, or does it just feel that way? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Christchurch International Airport CE Justin Watson on the visitor surge 14.04.2026 5:12

The Airport is back to pre-covid tourist numbers, with a 22% increase in international visitors and Chinese visitor numbers up by 100%.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Is a giga-yacht a bad investment even if you're super wealthy? 14.04.2026 5:33

Luxury yacht broker David Seal discusses what's in and what's out if money is no object. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Who is Richard Allen? 14.04.2026 1:46

A Fonterra lifer with experience connecting with farmers and customers, Richard Allen is also a co-founder of investment platform Snowball Effect. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Is Fisher Funds over-promising and underdelivering? 14.04.2026 5:05

In the swings and roundabouts of long term investment, why does it matter if Fisher Fund is underperforming? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We'll be hearing from central bankers this week - 2 Degrees wrap with Garth Bray H 13.04.2026 1:37

"Get your bingo cards ready to cross off “worried”, “watchful”, and “ready to act”, as we walk the tightrope between higher prices and faltering growth" See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Deep tech incubator Outset aiming for scientific breakthroughs 13.04.2026 6:04

Outset Ventures’ general partner Angus Blair believes New Zealand is poised to lead the next wave of innovation. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Chemist Warehouse aims to double its stores in the next decade 13.04.2026 4:53

BusinessDesk journalist Cecile Meier investigates the agressive expansion plan that will impact consumers and pharmacies. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The trade deal with Singapore that might help fuel supply 13.04.2026 6:05

Herald business commentator, Fran O'Sullivan on who needs what from the Singapore trade deal designed to kick in at crisis time. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Markets have been volatile with major news-driven moves in oil and equities 13.04.2026 4:00

There are two sets of disruption impacting investments and the world economy. Andrew Bascand - Co CEO, Harbour Asset Management. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Can we handle another three months of this? 09.04.2026 1:30

2Degrees business wrap See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.