Economy
Hard economic times aren't new
With the phrase "cost of living" first popping up in newspapers more than a century ago, we take a dive into the history of tough times. Audio
Morning Report Essentials for Monday 12 January
While parts of the country experienced scorching temperatures yesterday, other areas were hit with heavy rain, thunder and lightning. Napier almost broke a near 50-year record, reaching 36 degrees… Audio
Jehovah's Witness Convention takes place in Auckland
A Jehovah's Witness Convention in Auckland over the weekend has been forecast to boost the city's economy by more than $20 million. Hotel Council Aotearoa strategic director James Doolan spoke to… Audio
Dairy prices reverse course, with demand rising
Dairy prices have risen sharply overnight in the latest Global Dairy Trade index, delivering a surprise uptick for farmers.
Morning Report Essentials for Tuesday 6 January
Nicolas Maduro and Cilla Flores have pleaded not guilty on charges of narcoterrorism; The ransom threat from hackers who have stolen 400,000 patient files from Manage My Health is set to expire; New… Audio
'It can't be worse, right?': What's next for the economy
The past year was a tough grind for many, but forecasters see hope on the horizon.
Morning Business News for 5 January 2025
The latest market updates and news from RNZ's business team. Audio
Ten businesses that didn't survive 2025
It was another tough year financially for many businesses, and some high-profile names didn't make it.
Ten things RNZ explained in 2025
What were some of the biggest topics RNZ's journalists explained this year? Here's a look back.
Gull, NPD merger should bring fuel prices down - AA
The Automobile Association believes a proposed merger between two fuel companies should drive down pump prices.
Parking hard to find as Boxing Day sales begin
Bargain hunters have started their Boxing Day shopping early to avoid crowds and traffic.
'Easier to get growth out of an economic hole' - Did we survive 2025?
Why has the economy so persistently underperformed this year? Experts reveal what held things back.
India free-trade agreement a win-win for NZ - economist
The market opportunity for New Zealand is huge, Infometrics chief executive Brad Olsen says.
Free Trade Agreement with India
RNZ Business Editor Gyles Beckford joins Bryan to chat about the new free trade deal with India. Audio
