Economy
Early Business News for 22 May 2025
Latest news from Radio New Zealand's business team. Audio
Job ads increase one percent from March to April
Job ads have seen another increase from March to April, though it was a small one, just one percent. Seek Country Manager Rob Clark spoke to Corin Dann. Audio
Economic recovery begins with whimper rather than roar
But rural areas are doing better than others, thanks to better export prices.
Smith & Caughey's to close its doors after 145 years in retail
The company closed its Newmarket store last year due to financial difficulties, and will fully close on 31 July.
Budget 2025: Can austerity be turned into growth?
Analysis - The government has proclaimed 2025 the year of growth, but can it deliver when all the indications are that it is close to running on empty?
Labour slams 'big tax breaks' for big tech as digital levy ditched
Labour says the government's decision to dump plans for a digital services tax is a tax break for tech giants like Facebook and Google.
Early Business News for 21 May 2025
Latest news from Radio New Zealand's business team. Audio
Human Rights Commission watching Budget closely
The Human Rights Commission says it'll be watching to see if Budget 2025 improves the lives of disabled people or makes them harder. Disability Rights Commissioner Prudence Walker spoke to Corin Dann.
…Evening business for 20 May 2025
News from the business sector, including a market report. Audio
Willis to turn attention to supermarket sector after Budget
The government is putting together proposals to increase competition after hearing from supermarket chains and smaller operators. Audio
Budget 2025: Why is Budget Day such a big deal?
Explainer - Budget Day is coming on Thursday, but what does it all mean? RNZ is here to tell you what you need to know. Video
Govt proposes tax changes to bring in foreign investment
The government is proposing tax changes it says will bring in more foreign investment and make it easier for start-ups to attract and retain staff. Tax expert Geoff Nightingale spoke to Corin Dann. Audio
Small businesses eagerly await upcoming Budget
Small businesses are eyeing the upcoming Budget with cautious optimism, hoping for support in a tough economy. Prospa New Zealand Managing Director Adrienne Begbie spoke to Corin Dann. Audio
Aaron Gilbert on Kiwisaver tweaks
Finance Minister Nicola Willis announced the Government was forecast to make its first withdrawal from the NZ Super Fund in 2028, five years earlier than expected. Professor of Finance at Auckland… Audio
Evening business for 19 May 2025
News from the business sector, including a market report. Audio
