Rod Oram
Business Commentator, Rod Oram - criticism of the Reserve Bank
Rod Oram talks to Kathryn about criticism of the Reserve Bank for its handling of CBL, the insurer that went bust. Also ANZ and Westpac's Australian parents weigh in on Reserve Bank's capital… Audio
Business commentator Rod Oram - banking
Rod Oram talks to Kathryn about movement in the banking industry. Audio
ANZ turmoil over David Hisco's departure
Business commentator Rod Oram looks at ANZ CEO David Hisco's departure and the questions it has raised, as well as the latest data showing the economy is likely slowing and the NZX's first new listing… Audio
Business focus on Fonterra, Vocus and Labtests
Business commentator Rod Oram says the government has satisfied neither Fonterra nor its critics by proposing only minor changes to dairy industry regulations, a Swedish private equity firm group… Audio
Criticism of Reserve Bank, Fonterra review Chinese farms
Business commentator Rod Oram says banks are critical of the RBNZ in their submissions on its capital proposals. Fonterra is reviewing the future of its Chinese farms and its Brazilian joint venture… Audio
Tourism growth goals & Xero turns first profit
Business commentator Rod Oram looks at the tourism sector's strategy for future growth, and Xero turns in its first profit, with its record share price making its founder a billionaire. Audio
Vodafone is sold, Fonterra sells Tip Top
Business commentator Rod Oram discusses the sale of Vodafone NZ to a consortium which includes Infratil and Canadian firm Brookfield Asset Management, and Fonterra sells Tip Top - what next for the… Audio
New book on Allan Hubbard, Treasury Secretary leaves
Business commentator Rod Oram talks to Kathryn about a new book on Allan Hubbard sheds a lot of light on his business dealings and personality and South Canterbury Finance. Also, Treasury Secretary… Audio
Insurance, R&D investment and meat alternatives
Business commentator Rod Oram talks to Kathryn about an IAG move to start charging homeowners more for their insurance in risky areas, also Douglas Pharmaceuticals invests $150m to expand its R&D and… Audio
Construction sector reform & trusted brand rankings
Business commentator Rod Oram looks at support in the construction sector for reforms, and which companies have signed a government accord. Also,Infratil is to pay a 100 million dollar management fee… Audio
Reserve Bank reverses outlook, Mercury windfarm on horizon
Business commentator Rod Oram talks to Kathryn about the Reserve Bank reversing its outlook and now it expects it will cut its Official Cash Rate. Mercury announces it will build a major wind farm… Audio
A dismal interim result for Fonterra
Business commentator Rod Oram talks to Kathryn about what has contributed to Fonterra's poor half-year results. Also, Yili, China's largest dairy company, offers to buy Westland co-op. Audio
The role of new NZ'ers in our companies and economy
Business commentator Rod Oram talks to Kathryn about the vital role new New Zealanders play in our workforce and contributing to the economy. Also, a judge has ordered Cameron Slater, Carrrick Graham… Audio
Fonterra confirms new Chief Executive
Business commentator Rod Oram and Kathryn discuss the confirmation of Fonterra's new Chief Executive, Miles Hurrell. And the Reserve Bank invokes Tane Mahuta to explain the monetary system. Audio
Improving the tax system. Has the tax working group lifted the debate?
Business commentator Rod Oram talks to Kathryn Ryan about whether the Tax Working Group has shifted the debate on tax reform and finds it lacking. Audio
Taxing online companies & China trade relations
Business commentator Rod Oram talks to Kathryn about our trade relations with China, the government's plans to completely revamp polytechs and industry training providers and also plans to tax online… Audio
Growth in Iwi assets
Business commentator Rod Oram and Kathryn discuss the latest valuation of iwi assets, a disappointing valuation for Methven and parking app, Parkable expands into Australia. Audio
Banks & life insurers on notice & Air NZ profit downgrade
Business commentator Rod Oram talks to Kathryn about the impact on NZ banks and life insurers of the Australian Royal Commission on their parent companies. Also Air New Zealand's profit downgrade, and… Audio
Sale of Westland Milk & former Fonterra Chairman dies
Business commentator Rod Oram and Kathryn look at whether Westland Milk might be sold to a Canadian dairy company. Also the sad news that former Fonterra Chairman John Wilson has passed away. Audio
Global reach of the US economy in turmoil
Business commentator Rod Oram is stateside and he looks at the major influence the turbulent US economy will have globally this year, including the impact on New Zealand. Audio