Opinion
Liam Dann: The economy should emerge leaner and meaner after long downturn
OPINION: As painful as it has been, our economy needed to rebalance.
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The latest results show the centre-left could govern.
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Analysis: Liam Dann takes a deeper dive into the week's economic news.
Business confidence drops in key survey for RBNZ ahead of rate call
The NZIER Quarterly Survey of Business Opinion shows a drop in confidence.
Govt offers $1000 bonus to keep young Kiwis off dole, as date set to cut service for teens
Parents earning $65,529-plus will have to support their unemployed 18- and 19-year-olds
Liam Dann: Why the economy didn’t recover like it was supposed to
OPINION: Squeezed by two kinds of bad economy at once – economists call it stagflation.
'Stop playing PlayStation': PM tells school leavers to 'get off the couch', 'go find a job'
Improving school attendance was 'job number one' for cutting future unemployment, he said.
Exxon to cut 2000 jobs in global restructuring
The job cuts will be in Europe, Norway and Canada.
Inside Economics: After nearly seven months, we have a replacement for Adrian Orr
ANALYSIS: Liam Dann takes a deeper dive into the week's economic news.
Wallets under siege: Almost half of Kiwis going backwards financially
Cost-of-living challenges continue to bite for many.
Napier Port invests up to $25m on fleet of self-driving trucks
'If automation is going to come and take our jobs, that is a concern.'
Matthew Hooton: The economy has crashed completely off the track
The Government can’t blame Covid or Donald Trump for yesterday’s shocking GDP numbers.
'Not up to the job': Douglas and economist urge Willis to quit as Finance Minister
Nicola Willis insists the books will return to surplus in 2028/29.
'One has to ask when it will end': Tokoroa plywood factory marked for closure
Mayor says it had been a tough year for the district.
Wellington slumps to bottom of economic scorecard
Bay of Plenty, Southland, Central Lakes District top ASB's list.
Mark Lister: Rear view v crystal ball, why leading indicators matter more right now
OPINION: Unemployment has risen to 5.2%, the highest level in almost five years.
Gen Z protests force Nepal leader out
President Ramchandra Paudel pleaded for restraint as violence spread nationwide.
Consultants called in to review Wellington City Council, layoffs expected
Consultancy firm Deloitte is looking into the council's staffing and services.
Liam Dann: Runway for pre-election turnaround looks dangerously short for Luxon
For voters to feel good about the economy in 2026, we need signs of recovery very soon.
Mark Lister: NZ's economic recovery delayed, but not derailed
The Reserve Bank cut the Official Cash Rate to 3% last month.
Sawmill closure to cost over 140 jobs in Tasman, confirms Carter Holt Harvey
Carter Holt Harvey will close the Eves Valley sawmill, cutting 140 jobs.
Mark Lister: Tech's sharemarket dominance raises awkward questions
OPINION: Three companies rival entire swathes of industries that employ millions.
Poll: Labour leads National on key issues as cost of living concerns rise
The cost of living is the top issue for 60% of voters.
'Desperate to deflect responsibility': Mayor fires back at Willis in economic blame game
The city's leaders are defending their record and Whanau is fighting back.
Will NZ or Australia be the economic winner in years to come?
Australia's unemployment rate remains low, while New Zealand's is above average.
The city suffering as 177 businesses shut – does Nicola Willis accept any blame?
New numbers show the region's economy continues to be hit more than the national average.
Editorial: Te reo policies divert attention from the real issues
OPINION: Changing names like Waka Kotahi back seems unnecessary to many.
Opinion: Reporting season could signal turnaround for struggling economy
The local reporting season is heating up, suggesting an economic recovery.
Editorial: NZ cities face talent drain as young workers prioritise lifestyle, flexibility
OPINION: Workplaces are making changes for younger workers, why aren't our cities?
Inside Economics: The double tax hitting ratepayers in the pocket
ANALYSIS: Liam Dann takes a deeper dive into the week's economic news.