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August rate cut 'as close to a done deal as can be the case' - Stephen Toplis
Despite food price headlines, inflation continues to ease in the core of the economy.
Thomas Coughlan: Government ponders radical power reforms as prices rise
Opinion: The Govt is considering an overhaul of how the electricity market operates.
Why experts predict butter prices will keep increasing
The average price of butter has almost doubled in the past 14 months.
Food stats shock: Prices soar as fruit and veges follow butter spike
The latest Selected Price Index shows food price inflation continues to rise.
Editorial: Cost-of-living crisis hits harder in winter
OPINION: About one in 10 children lack a safe, warm bed in New Zealand.
Inside Economics: NZ recession risks on the rise ... again! Plus: the boy who cried ‘tariff’ – Trump’s threats lose their bite
ANALYSIS: Liam Dann takes a deeper dive into the week's economic news.
Small businesses concerned over access to new investment boost policy
The policy was a major announcement in this year's Budget.
'Our energy market is broken': Letter from industry bodies asks PM for urgent reforms
Consumer NZ highlights tough choices between heating homes and buying food.
'Challenging conditions': Luxury retail giant DFS closing Kiwi stores
Duty Free Shoppers is exiting the Oceania market after 30 years.
Ryan Bridge: Plenty of reasons to feel depressed - here's what we must remember
OPINION: To quote Sir Ed, 'Life’s a bit like mountaineering - never look down.'
Genesis AI trial cuts energy use by 10% with smart hot water control
The trial involved 17,000 customers, shifting water heating to off-peak times.
Ryan Bridge: Election battle lines are slowly being drawn
OPINION: National focuses on crime as a key election issue, outpolling Labour.
Consumer NZ calls for action on 'shrinkflation' amid rising concerns
Consumer NZ urges transparency from businesses regarding shrinkflation.
'Still tough': PM unveils new action plan after Labour pulls ahead on key issue
Many of the actions are just next steps in actions from previous plans.
'Really struggling': Power rationing becomes norm for some pensioners
Electricity costs have risen almost 9% since June last year.
Data show more Kiwis struggling to pay bills, behind on mortgage payments
Those most affected by financial hardship are aged between 35 and 49.
Food prices surge 4.4% as butter, eggs, and mince hit new highs
A 500g block of butter at Woolworths increased from $5.80 to $8.50.
Liam Dann: Never mind the swear words, our politicians need to raise the quality of debate
OPINION: Blaming the Government for high butter prices makes no sense.
Opinion: Are rising butter prices bad news?
Opinion: If the export income increases, New Zealanders are better off.
Editorial: Lotto's allure grows as NZ faces financial challenges
OPINION: Kiwis chase Lotto dreams as cost-of-living pressures mount.
Wellingtonians now pay far than most Kiwis for insurance
The capital is facing heftier price rises on already higher insurance premiums.
Liam Dann: The upside to this painfully slow economic recovery
OPINION: This recovery is making us sweat, but that might be a good thing in the long run.
Paul Goldsmith and Willie Jackson talk to Herald NOW's Ryan Bridge on RNZ and the cost of living
Herald NOW's political panel National's Paul Goldsmith and Labour's Willie Jackson on RNZ, Crown Sovereignty and cost of living.
Belle of the ball: Shop owner gives away formal dresses and suits to high schoolers
Belle Ward didn't go to her school ball because she couldn't afford it.
National loses Kiwis’ confidence handling inflation to Labour - survey
Inflation is the top issue for Kiwis and they think Labour is best to keep prices down.
Back-pocket boost: Households could receive hundreds of dollars in extra disposable income
Consumer confidence continues to tread water – but it's not all bad news for households.
'My heart goes out': Cafe feeds homeless with pay it forward meals
Each week on Koha Monday the cafe offers free meals, funded by a 'pay it forward' system.
Power bill increase in Tairāwhiti, but better infrastructure promised
FirstLight Network has increased resilience work as power bills rise in Tairāwhiti.
Editorial: Should consumer watchdogs act on shrinkflation?
OPINION: Downsizing by stealth is legal but should it be?