Business
Insolvency data reveals an economic 'game of two halves' - expert
The latest report from BWA Insolvency for the September quarter showed a rise in the number of companies folding, but fewer than this time last year.
New RBNZ governor repeats laser focus on low and stable inflation
Anna Breman started her five-year term on Monday.
Evening business for 2 December 2025
News from the business sector, including a market report. Audio
Small businesses advised not to panic over arrival of IKEA
Small busineses are being advised not to panic over the arrival of retail giant IKEA. The 34,000 square metre store is stocked with 7,500 unique products, with forecasts suggesting up to 20,000… Audio
'It's going to be hectic': Businesses prepare for IKEA stampede
The opending day this week will "create more traffic jams", a local cafe manager says. Audio
Explainer: Open Banking is here - so what is it exactly?
This week open banking officially went live for customers of the big four banks. That's ANZ, ASB, BNZ & Westpac. If you bank elsewhere your bank might not have enabled it quite yet. But exactly what… Audio
Business commentator Victoria Young
The latest in the Du Val saga as former employees speak out. There's an election at Fonterra with three well known candidates putting their hands up. And the new Air NZ chief executive is off to a… Audio
Has the freedom of 'hybrid work' made us happier?
Businesses have been forced to adapt, but has that actually made our lives better?
Organisations overlooking cost of job insecurity at work
A business consultancy says restructures often led to a lack of innovation and lower performances.
Auckland transport networks prepare for opening of IKEA
In Auckland, businesses near the new Ikea store are steeling themselves for a stampede to the homeware giant's opening on Thursday. Amy Williams reports. Audio
Market Update for 2 December 2025
The latest market updates and news from RNZ’s business team. Audio
Business News for 2 December 2025
The latest market updates and news from RNZ’s business team. Audio
Why one fund manager is banking on Trump to support falling Bitcoin
The price of Bitcoin has fallen significantly after a volatile year, but experts say having a proponent in the White House is likely to put a floor under its price.
Consumer and business credit demand improves again in October
However, monthly company liquidations have hit their highest level since 2011.
Students, Style and Sustainability
Te Oraka is a secondhand shop and social enterprise run by students, for students and it operates a circular economy where all profits are fed back into the business. Katy Gosset visits the thriving… Audio
First glimpse into Auckland's new convention centre
The convention centre had been nearly 17 years in the making.
Chef Al Brown on surviving the restaurant 'silly season'
Al Brown is an restaurateur and businessman, the owner of Auckland stand-outs Depot Oyster Bar and Federal Delicatessen. He joins Emile Donovan to share how to be a good patron this festive season. Audio
