Economy
Midday Business News for 18 September 2025
News from the business sector, including a market update. Audio
NZ economy takes bigger hit than forecast
The economy has had a worse-than-expected contraction, shrinking 0.9 percent in the June quarter. Employers and Manufacturers Association's head of advocacy and strategy Alan McDonald spoke to… Audio
Economy contracts sharply as GDP falls
Figures for the three months to June show the books moving backwards.
Urban dwellers doing it tough in two-speed economy
Foodbanks are seeing more people who need help, including those who are working.
House sale 'blip' in August, Cotality says
There was a slight drop in house sales nationwide in August compared to the same time last year.
New Zealand's seat at a table made of BRICS
BRICS is shifting the weight of global power, and one expert says it might be time New Zealand changes alliances.
NZ's United Nations History
As Winston Peters heads to the UN, Context looks back at how NZ has shaped the world stage — from Peter Fraser at its founding to peacekeepers in Korea and Timor, and a fiery clash with Israel. Video, Audio
NZ urged to build new trade blocs
BRICS is shifting the weight of global power, and one expert says it may be time New Zealand changes alliances. Audio
Evening business for 17 September 2025
News from the business sector, including a market report. Audio
Consumer confidence remains soggy amid continued cost-of-living crisis
The survey result is notable, because it was conducted just after the Reserve Bank cut interest rates in August.
Midday Business News for Wednesday 17 September 2025
Midday Business News with Jeffery Halley. Audio
Regional economy shows greenshoots of recovery
After a handful of tough years, farmers in Taranaki are getting a bumper payout for dairy and record beef prices. Audio
Eden Park businesses excited for more shows, but Canterbury fears missing out
The government is probing local rules it thinks could be holding Eden Park back, saying it wants to see more big concerts. Audio
Family shoe business selling up after 140 years
After more than 140 years of making traditionally-crafted leather footware, the McKinlay family is looking for someone else to step into their hard-wearing shoes. The Dunedin-based business produces… Audio
