Economy
Economists warn unemployment could hit five percent
The Council of Trade Unions is criticising the government's efforts to lower inflation, saying it is driving people into poverty. Economists say unemployment will hit five percent by the end of the… Audio
Early Business News for 2 May 2024
Latest news from Radio New Zealand's business team. Audio
The unemployment rate, explained
Unemployment has risen to 4.3 percent, but what does it mean and how is it calculated?
Evening business for 1 May 2024
News from the business sector, including a market report. Audio
Unemployment figures show 31,000 people hunting for jobs
Just released figures show a steady climb in the unemployment rate that's cranked up to 4.3 percent for the March quarter, up from four percent in previous three months. Kiwi Bank chief economist… Audio
David Seymour on being part of the new coalition Government and whether we can really afford tax cuts
ACT leader David Seymour tells Guyon how it feels being part of the coalition Government, what race-based policies he'd like to change, and whether we can really afford tax cuts. Video, Audio
Households face more uncertainty, struggle with mortgage repayments
The Reserve Bank is warning there's a risk global interest rates could stay higher for longer.
Under pressure: 70% of Kiwis worried about money
More than two-thirds of households are suffering from financial stress amid job insecurity, increasing debts, high inflation and interest rates.
Free trade agreement between NZ and EU begins
A ground-breaking trade agreement is kicking into action from Wednesday, which could contribute more than a billion dollars to the economy within a decade. EU Ambassador Lawrence Meredith spoke to… Audio
Early Business News for 1 May 2024
Latest news from Radio New Zealand's business team. Audio
Evening business for 30 April 2024
News from the business sector, including a market report. Audio
Business commentator Rebecca Stevenson
Rebecca discusses the arrest of Michael Chai, the director of a New Zealand-based company Blackwell Global Holdings. Audio
Early Business News for 30 April 2024
Latest news from Radio New Zealand's business team. Audio