Economy
Evening business for 10 March 2026
News from the business sector, including a market report. Audio
Markets lurch back following Trump comments on Iran
Markets lurched back today after big losses yesterday and oil dipped back down after Donald Trump said the US had made "major strides" and that the war against Iran was "pretty much complete." Westpac… Audio
NZ economy 'on precipice' as markets wobble, oil price rises
Wider inflation, beyond just at the pump, may have already begun, an economist warns Audio
Nicola Willis discusses economic impact of war on NZ
Markets around the world are feeling the effects of the conflict in the Middle East, which has led to a spike in oil prices. Kiwis are already paying more at the fuel pump, with costs starting to flow… Audio
Advocacy group calls for National Fuel Security Plan to be activated
The Wise Response Society wants more action from the government in the face of what could be "massive economic disruption" caused by global fuel shortages.
Global stocks slide as oil soars past US$100 on Mideast war
US President Donald Trump has said the price spike was a "small price to pay" to eliminate Iran's nuclear threat, as the war showed no signs of easing.
Investors 'nervous' as NZ, Asian markets plunge
The New Zealand share market just had its worst session since April last year. Audio
Air Chathams CEO on price of aviation fuel
The price of aviation fuel has 'gone ballistic' according to the boss of a New Zealand airline. Brent crude oil cracked 110 US dollars a barrel today. One of Europe's most popular budget airlines… Audio
Midday Report Essentials for Monday 9 March 2026
Bracing for impact. Energy and retail prices set to rise for New Zealanders as the impact of the war on Iran washes up on these shores; we speak to the chief economist of New Zealand's largest bank… Audio
What impact will the Middle East conflict have on NZ economy?
Petrol stations across the country are seeing a surge of drivers filling up as the war pushes up oil prices. Sharon Zollner, chief economist at ANZ spoke to Guyon Espiner. Audio
The Detail: Is the Kiwi landlord mentality dying?
New Zealanders finally seem to be dialling down their obsession with owning houses to create wealth.
The great property breakup
New Zealanders finally seem to be dialling down their obsession with owning houses to create wealth Audio
Regional leaders calling for bed tax
Some local leaders are calling for a bed tax to help pay for much-needed facilities, saying they're not reaping the benefits of an increased visitor levy. Queenstown Lakes District Councillor Jon… Audio
Prices expected to shoot up as Iran conflict continues
The death toll in Iran has reportedly exceeded 1000, conflict continues in the Middle East. The strikes have pushed up the price of brent crude oil but more than 18 percent in the past week as the… Audio
Air NZ is in the red while rivals soar
The national carrier is caught in turbulent skies, with grounded planes, global conflict, and growing criticism from politicians and passengers
How NZ supply chains are being thrown into chaos
Explainer - The war raging in the Middle East is disrupting supply chains, but what exactly does that mean? Audio
Does Middle East conflict have potential to disrupt NZ exports?
New Zealand's Special Agricultural Trade Envoy Nathan Guy spoke to Corin Dann. Audio
