Economy
Evening business for 9 December 2025
News from the business sector, including a market report. Audio
GST used to be 10%, is it going to rise again?
This December marks 40 years since the law changed to allow GST to be introduced. But are there better ways for the government to collect tax?
Midday Business News for 9 December 2025
News from the business sector, including a market report. Audio
How to get a good deal on Christmas groceries
Shoppers who look beyond the cheapest price tag might be able to save on their Christmas groceries, an expert says. Audio
Splurge and Save
Now for something different: Normally we're telling you how you can trim your costs but, in this episode, what can't, or won't you give up? Katy Gosset takes a look at that one indulgence that remains… Audio
What does globalisation mean in 2025?
Last week some of the world's most influential economists gathered for the University of Auckland's inaugural International Economics Workshop. Much was discussed, but the key question on the table… Audio
Israel sets NZ$59b defence budget despite Gaza ceasefire
The budget had seen an increase of 47 billion shekels (NZ$25.1b) compared to 2023 on the eve of the war.
Financial Markets Authority chair Stobo steps aside during probe
Minister of Business Innovation and Employment will conduct an independent investigation into matters raised.
Cafes face struggle as businesses close for holiday period
It's officially the festive season, and businesses are preparing to shut up shop for the holidays. Sarah Hussey owns three cafes throughout Dunedin called The Perc, and will be shutting two as it is… Audio
Concerns over Rotorua Night Market trial as sales plummet
The council began the trial in October to save in costs, enable earlier summer trading and address health and safety concerns.
Testing, testing and more testing for the country's biggest transport job
The opening has been pushed back again, the price is extraordinary, but Auckland's City Rail Link is expected to deliver the region the wow factor.
Finish line in sight for CRL
The opening has been pushed back again, the price is extraordinary, but Auckland's City Rail Link is expected to deliver the region the wow factor. Audio
Govt deficit $700m worse than expected as tax take falls short
Treasury says the overall financial outlook is mixed, continuing trends from recent months.
Financial mentors report being overworked, underfunded
Nearly two thirds were seeing more indebted middle-income clients, a new survey found.
