Economy
Survey: High number of families struggling this Christmas
Social services are warning this is going to be a tough Christmas for many families already struggling to put food on the table. Amy Williams reports. Audio
Gary Stevenson
Gary Stevenson went from selling cannabis in East London to becoming Citibank's most profitable trader in the world. But in 2011, he realized something his wealthy colleagues couldn't see: rising… Video, Audio
Shower Thoughts: How do you value a property?
Time now for another one of those seemingly random thoughts that strike amidst the steam and soap suds of the shower: what determines a house valuation? Audio
Evening business for 18 November 2025
News from the business sector, including a market report. Audio
Midday Business News for 18 November 2025
The latest news from RNZ's business team. Audio
When will instant coffee be affordable again?
Coffee Supreme chief executive Andrew Lowe says there are a range of factors at play - but there is hope on the horizon. Audio
Morning Report Essentials for Tuesday 18 November 2025
The Government is slashing the Clean Vehicle Standard by more than 80 percent, saying it could make buying a car more affordable; Opposition leader, Chris Hipkins spoke to Morning Report; Stephanie… Audio
Food prices continue to rise, up 4.7% in year to October
Food prices keep climbing, up 4.7% in the year to October, according to Stats NZ latest data. Rayssa Almeida reports Audio
Weekly interview with opposition leader, Chris Hipkins
Opposition leader, Chris Hipkins spoke to Morning Report. Audio
Cost of food continues to climb, coffee up 25% in past year
The cost of food continues to climb with new Stats NZ figures showing some of the sharpest increases in staples like cheese, eggs and milk. Coffee Supreme's Chief Executive Andrew Low spoke to Corin… Audio
What Uber ruling could mean for gig economy
Business New Zealand is warning the gig economy could collapse, after the Supreme Court's ruling in favour of Uber drivers' rights. Business NZ chief executive Katherine Rich spoke to Corin Dann Audio
Secondhand Styling
If you want to re-decorate, you shouldn't have to re-mortgage. In this second episode with an op shopping expert, Katy Gosset looks at home design and decor on a budget and tags along on a thrift shop… Audio
Morning Report Essentials for Monday 17 November 2025
Prime Minister Christopher Luxon spoke to Morning Report; The number of Chinese tourists travelling to New Zealand has remained well below pre-Covid levels, despite a strong recovery from countries… Audio
Warehouse Group jobs to go in cost-cutting drive
The Warehouse Group plans to cut head office jobs as increased sales fail to deliver profit growth.
Trump suggests government-backed 50- year mortgage
US President Donald Trump has raised the idea of a government-backed 50-year mortgage term to help first-home buyers. But would it be an option for New Zealand buyers, too? Money correspondent Susan… Audio
Kiwifruit exports to benefit from tariff changes
US President Donald Trump has axed tariffs on some foods, in the face of rising grocery prices. Zespri's chief executive, Jason Te Brake spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss. Audio
