Economy
'Don't worry bro': The man working to get people jobs
As a growing number of Central Hawke's Bay residents desperately search for work, local man Bevan Thompson is helping. Audio
Number living off benefits in Central Hawke's Bay highest in over a decade
The number of people living off a benefit in Central Hawke's Bay is the highest it's been in more than 12 years as residents struggle to find work in a tough job market. Alexa Cook reports. Audio
Research shows Gen Z staying on top of KiwiSaver contributions
Gen Z kiwis are putting their dollars to work - a new survey has found they are saving and keeping on top of their KiwiSaver contributions. Financial Services Council NZ chief executive Kirk Hope… Audio
Tightening household budgets put pressure on retail businesses
Retail businesses are feeling the pressure as household budgets tighten up and costs continue to grow. Whitestone Cheese managing director Simon Berry spoke to Corin Dann. Audio
NZ's 'major but invisible' health risk
A public health expert says polluted air is costing the country about a billion dollars each year in healthcare costs and decreased productivity.
KiwiSaver members missing out during tough economic times
More than 40 percent of KiwiSaver members were classed as non-contributing over the past year, despite record contributions and strong returns.
Evening business for 10 September 2025
News from the business sector, including a market report. Audio
Analysis: Why comparing NZ's economy to Singapore or Ireland is simplistic and misleading
The two countries are rare winners in the global race to the bottom to attract foreign capital.
Data shows the fall in filled jobs continues
Stats NZ's business employment data for the June quarter, released on Tuesday shows a 10,000 fall in three months. Money correspondent Susan Edmunds spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss. Audio
Evening business for 9 September 2025
News from the business sector, including a market report. Audio
'Closing a whole brand': Retail picture bleak as stores prepare to cut staff
The sector is not rebounding as well as in Australia, new figures show.
Job confidence falters, but the worst may be over
The casual job market is performing well while the majority of workers over the age of 55 doubt they will find another job quickly if they are out of work.
