Economy
NZ exports face uncertainty amid Middle East conflict
New Zealand is just about to head into peak export season, but now the country's dairy, red meat, and horticulture industries are among those bracing for impact as strikes continue in the Middle East… Audio
Investors brace as Middle East conflict hits markets
Investors are bracing for a wave of volatility following the attack on Iran from the United States Government. About 20 percent of the world's oil and gas supply passes through the Strait of Hormuz, a… Audio
Evening business for 2 March 2026
News from the business sector, including a market report. Audio
Could conflict in Iran affect New Zealand's economy?
Could the fall out from conflict in the Middle East flatten New Zealand's economy? Strikes on Iran by the US and Israel have closed airspace and disrupted flights, as Iran retaliates. The Hormuz… Audio
NZX50 falls in first trading since US-Israel strikes on Iran
The NZX50 was down more than 1.5 percent on Monday morning, after the US and Israel attacked Iran at the weekend, prompting retaliatory strikes across the region.
How March Madness may make your Monday morning commute longer
Explainer - If your Monday morning commute feels a little madder than usual this week, it's not just you. Audio
Liam Dann: The green shoots of economic growth
Regular commentator and Business Editor at Large for the NZ Herald, Liam Dann joins us to discuss the latest signs of economic recovery, whether we can outperform Australia and alternative ways to… Audio
Have benefit sanctions actually worked?
One economist says no - largely because of a major economic problem.
Evening business for 27 February 2026
News from the business sector, including a market report. Audio
Midday Report Essentials for Friday 27 February 2026
While New Zealand First and ACT scrap over selling Air New Zealand, the government's other transport company, KiwiRail, is back on track and in the black. Does this mean state owned assets can… Audio
Housing market confidence continues to improve
However, house price growth is expected to remain subdued, a new report says.
Midday Report Essentials for Thursday 26 February 2026
Get out now. That's the stark warning from Foreign Minister Winston Peters to New Zealanders in Iran, as former U.S. President Donald Trump weighs possible military action against the regime in… Audio
Extra shot needed to keep hospitality sector brewing
People will need to pay more for their coffees if they hope to keep their local spots alive. That's the message from the Managing Director of coffee roaster Flight Coffee, which operates Wellington… Audio
