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While sweeping tariffs rock the global economy, it's hardly discussed how it will impact the everyday person.  So, where is the safest place to put your money?  LISTEN ABOVE The podcasts in the SME Stream contain general information only, not financial or professional advice. Any opinions expressed in the podcasts are not necessarily shared by BNZ, or its related enti...

Jason Daniel founded activewear brand LSKD in 2007 after selling t-shirts to help fund his motocross racing. Fast forward to 2025 and the brand has surpassed $100 million in sales, and recently opened stores in Auckland and Christchurch, with another in Mount Manganui set to open soon.  In the nearly 20 years since the brand began, Jason has learnt a lot about running a business. In the episo...

More than 3.3 million New Zealanders are in KiwiSaver, and they now have more than $110 billion invested  - but too many of us are not making the most of the scheme.  So this week, Nadine is joined by finance expert, columnist and author Mary Holm, who has just revised and updated her 8th book, Rich Enough, to get some guidance on how to ensure you are making the most from the schem...

 [VIDEO EPISODE ON YOUTUBE & SPOTIFY]   The trade war has begun with US President Donald Trump rolling out reciprocal tariffs – but the calculations are being questioned. How this move could impact the global economy & trade as we know it. The podcasts in the SME Stream contain general information only, not financial or professional advice. Any opin...

On the Republican Party's 'Liberation Day', President Donald Trump announced sweeping tariffs internationally.  New Zealand was caught in the crossfire with a 10% tariff, but we got off easy compared to other countries. But how is it impacting our global relationships?  LISTEN ABOVE The podcasts in the SME Stream contain general information only, not financial or prof...

Asia has been hit the hardest by Donald Trump's Liberation Day tariffs.  China was dealt reciprocal tariffs of 34% - on top of the 20% tariffs the US President had already issued.   Asia Business Correspondent Peter Lewis explains the impact it will have on trade.  LISTEN ABOVE.  The podcasts in the SME Stream contain general information only, not financial&...

Donald Trump’s sweeping tariff announcement is being described as a shockingly radical shift in policy.   The US President announced 10% tariffs on almost all goods entering the US, including from New Zealand.  Many countries face much higher tariffs, including China with a combined 54% levy.  Former US Department of Treasury Economist Brad Setser told Mike Hosking it’s...

The world is reacting to the tariffs announced by US President Donald Trump over the weekend.  The Dow is down 2,231 points and the biggest names in tech have been hit hard.  Apple is down 16% in two days.  Greg Smith of Devon Funds Management talks to Mike Hosking about the fallout.  LISTEN ABOVE.  The podcasts in the SME Stream contain general information...

The United States is reacting to Donald Trump's tariffs, with people turning out in their thousands to protest across the country.  The markets have been in 'meltdown' since US President Cannounced global tariffs.  Trump has returned to the White House after three days away, and tomorrow he will meet with Israel's Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. US Correspondent Richard Arnold ta...

Trump’s been right before.    There are occasions when he’s come out with something seemingly crazy —totally bananas— earning him all the ire and ridicule of the expert class and the media, only to maybe be proven right over time.  The one that springs to mind is the travel ban with China, shortly after Covid-19 took off. One minute he was being rinsed for it...

In this bonus episode of The SME Stream, brought to you by BNZ, host Wilhelmina Shrimpton sits down with Justin Flitter, founder of NewZealand. AI to discuss how businesses can embrace AI to boost efficiency, improve customer experience, and stay competitive. From chatbots to advanced tools, Flitter shares practical tips for integrating AI into daily operations while addressing staff training and...

Tonight on The Huddle, Director at Wellington Government Relations Firm Silvereye Conor English and broadcaster Mark Sainsbury joined in on a discussion about the following issues of the day -and more!  Donald Trump has finally unveiled his tariffs to the world - with many countries being hit with 10 percent tariffs on the low end. How concerned are we? The Justice Select Committee has finish...

Our Government is asking the US for more details on its new import rules for New Zealand.  Donald Trump's announced 10% tariffs on almost all goods entering the country from around the world – including New Zealand.  Many countries face much higher tariffs, with goods from China being hit by a combined 54% levy.  Trade Minister Todd McClay has confirmed officials are still see...

Donald Trump has unveiled a barrage of sweeping tariffs set to hit the rest of the world - and it's left a notable impact on the markets. All countries, including New Zealand, have been hit with a 10 percent tariff, the EU will cop 20 percent, but Asia's been hit a little harder. China will pay 34 percent on top of a 20 percent levy, Japan will pay 24 percent and India will pay 26 percent on their...

The Government's questioning the numbers the US is using to justify new tariffs. The Trump administration claims it is imposing a 10 percent tariff on our goods, in response to New Zealand's 20 percent tariff on US goods. But Trade Minister Todd McClay says our tariffs average under 2 percent, with the highest about 5 percent. "It looks like they've used a different type of calculation as to balan...

President Donald Trump has today confirmed a roll-out of 10 percent tariffs on almost all imports to the US. They're much higher for some countries and products - including 25 percent on vehicles, 34 percent on China, and nearly 50 percent on some other countries. Republican strategist Jeanette Hoffman says domestically, Trump is taking a major political risk. "If prices go up, we hit a recession...

The Trade Minister is playing down New Zealand's chances of getting an exemption to Donald Trump's 10% tariffs.  The Trump administration says it's imposing the tariffs in response to our 20% tariff on US goods.  Todd McClay says our average tariff on US goods is actually less than 2%, and the 20% figure appears to be based on the trade balance between our countries last year.  He t...

The UK will likely be pushing hard for a better deal after President Donald Trump unveiled the new tariffs set to impact the region. Trump announced new levies on goods coming into the US, including 10 percent on all UK imports and 20 percent on those from the European Union. UK correspondent Enda Brady says the UK is among many countries that will be pushing back against the tariffs - with discus...

There's been plenty of discussion about Donald Trump's new barrage of tariffs - and many Kiwis have been left wondering what it means for them. The new tariffs come with wide-reaching global implications, and experts have revealed it could play a part on future interest rates later down the line. NZ Herald business editor at large Liam Dann explains further. LISTEN ABOVE The podcasts in the S...

Uncertainty is the word of the day in the US as Donald Trump gears up for his so called "Liberation Day".   The President will reveal his latest round of tariffs at 9am New Zealand time.   It's expected to throw away decades of norms around global trade and hit people in their back pockets.   University of Iowa Economics Professor Anne Villamil told Andrew Dickens there's particular...

The age of globalisation is dead. Trump has withdrawn America. Now we’re in an age of blocs - nations that agree to trade with each other, nations that have commonality.   So, who are our friends and who are our friends that we get on with?   China is our biggest trade friend, but is China our friend? No, they’re not.   So we are into a period of delicate negot...

As business owners, you know how hard it is keeping up with your business, let alone the news. Join Wilhelmina Shrimpton each week as she gives you a rundown of the biggest stories that could impact on your business, so you can make informed decisions with expert advice.  This week, what’s going on with our job satisfaction? What the easing of health and safety obligations means for sma...

On this week’s episode of The Business of Tech, Sarah Box, a digital policy specialist at the Ministry of Business Innovation and Employment, shares insights from her three-month Harkness Fellowship in the United States examining AI policy direction. While Trump's first term focused on innovation and capability development, Biden pivoted toward trust and safety. So what does Trump's vision f...

An economist says Donald Trump's 'liberation day' could better be described as 'watch your wallet day'.   The US President will be announcing his next round of tariffs in about half an hour.   Dartmouth College Economics Professor Douglas Irwin say tariffs could be across the board or set specifically to each country.   He told Mike Hosking a blanket option would create a lot of eco...

Property sales have reached the highest point in years - but the number of unsold homes is at a record high. Barfoot & Thompson has revealed March was a record month for house sales, but unsold stock numbers have been climbing, with 5300 places unsold in January and 5900 in February but 6200 last month. Property investment expert Ed McKnight says vendors aren't willing to take risks at this po...