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NZ Herald Morning Headlines | Thursday, March 26, 2026
NZ Herald Morning Headlines | Ban on credit card surcharges may not proceed, severe weather battering upper North Island.
Buy now, pay later debt driving more families to food banks and mentors
FinCap says people are seeking help from January, not just a February rush.
Inside Economics: How worrying is Iran conflict for NZ? Plus, did RBNZ stop short on inflation?
ANALYSIS: Liam Dann takes a deeper dive into the week's economic news.
'Disingenuous': The IT worker, his company credit card, and overseas 'escorts'
The 54-year-old's expenses were approved by his then-manager.
Man who used woman's bank card worried potential employers will think he's not honest
But a judge has told Aaron Robie that is 'the point of a conviction'.
Abandoning home ownership may be changing how people behave at work and home
By age 30, 15% of 1990-born renters had already abandoned hopes of buying a home.
Travelling Kiwi couple's $13k bar tab mistake prompts Financial Ombudsman warning
The pair, enjoying a holiday in Miami, got a rude shock when they received their bill.
Inside Economics: The unavoidable reason New Zealand will need to tax capital
ANALYSIS: Liam Dann takes a deeper dive into the week's economic news.
Mary Holm: How to tell good debt from bad debt before you borrow to invest
OPINION: Even 'good debt' can undo your wealth plan.
Inside Economics: Green shoots under the microscope
ANALYSIS: Liam Dann takes a deeper dive into the week's economic news.
'Notable lift': Increased mortgage lending signals rise in consumer confidence
Centrix's latest report shows consumer arrears are falling.
Opinion: Why cracks in US credit markets matter for investors
Some company bonds have plunged 60% almost overnight.
The compelling case for cutting up your credit card
Expert says spending beyond your means is a raw deal for your future self.
Inside Economics: Treasury's desperate warning to act on Superannuation challenge
ANALYSIS: Liam Dann takes a deeper dive into the week's economic news.
NZ Herald Morning News Update | Trump says ‘waiting on Hamas’ and credit ban could raise surcharges
NZ Herald Morning News Update | Trump says ‘waiting on Hamas’, two more measles cases in Northland and credit ban may raise surcharges
Business groups push back on Govt plan to ban payment surcharges
The signatories include chambers of commerce, industry and business associations.
Mary Holm: My father wants to buy a rental property at 69. Should he?
OPINION: Getting a mortgage at that age could be difficult.
Cashier steals card from sick customer, goes on $8500 shopping spree
Her bank refused a refund, ruling she had not protected her Pin.
Visa and Mastercard tipped to benefit from Govt surcharge ban
Officials have warned that banning surcharges could push up prices for all shoppers.
Nation of Debt: Consumer tally dips to $14.5b but 470,000 Kiwis behind on payments
Arrears are higher for those who live in the North Island.
Air NZ defends Airpoints scheme after Australian criticism
Frequent Flyer offers some tips, but the airline may beg to differ.
Editorial: Surcharge ban a win for consumers but will it save them money?
OPINION: It should provide a clearer and smoother experience, removing any confusion.
Surcharge ban: Should we just all go back to paying in cash?
The Government plans to ban card payment surcharges by May next year.