Economy
Rural areas doing economically better than cities: Data
New data shows rural areas are holding up better economically than the cities, helped by higher prices for meat and dairy. Infometrics principal Economist Nick Brunsdon spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss. Audio
Taxpayers' Union on hopes for Budget
The Taxpayers' Union says this year's Budget must get the books back in the black, cut wasteful spending, and kickstart productivity with bold policy changes. Taxpayers Union executive director Jordan… Audio
Poll shows NZers want govt to spend more on public services
Ahead of Thursday's Budget, a new poll shows most New Zealanders want the government to spend more on public services, not less. 'Better Taxes for a Better Future' campaign spokesperson Glenn Barclay… Audio
What to expect in Budget 2025
Thursday's Budget will reveal the government's new spending, and the savings from its sudden pay equity changes. RNZ's political editor Jo Moir and RNZ's business editor Gyles Beckford spoke to Corin… Audio
Budget will be 'no lolly scramble': Finance Minister
It's Budget day and the Finance Minister Nicola Willis says there will be no lolly scramble and no BS. Political reporter Lillian Hanly has more. Audio
Early Business News for 22 May 2025
Latest news from Radio New Zealand's business team. Audio
Job ads increase one percent from March to April
Job ads have seen another increase from March to April, though it was a small one, just one percent. Seek Country Manager Rob Clark spoke to Corin Dann. Audio
Economic recovery begins with whimper rather than roar
But rural areas are doing better than others, thanks to better export prices.
Smith & Caughey's to close its doors after 145 years in retail
The company closed its Newmarket store last year due to financial difficulties, and will fully close on 31 July.
Budget 2025: Can austerity be turned into growth?
Analysis - The government has proclaimed 2025 the year of growth, but can it deliver when all the indications are that it is close to running on empty?
Labour slams 'big tax breaks' for big tech as digital levy ditched
Labour says the government's decision to dump plans for a digital services tax is a tax break for tech giants like Facebook and Google.
Early Business News for 21 May 2025
Latest news from Radio New Zealand's business team. Audio
Human Rights Commission watching Budget closely
The Human Rights Commission says it'll be watching to see if Budget 2025 improves the lives of disabled people or makes them harder. Disability Rights Commissioner Prudence Walker spoke to Corin Dann.
…Evening business for 20 May 2025
News from the business sector, including a market report. Audio
Willis to turn attention to supermarket sector after Budget
The government is putting together proposals to increase competition after hearing from supermarket chains and smaller operators. Audio
