Money
Why gender matters when it comes to car insurance
If you've asked for a car insurance quote recently, you may have been asked your gender. Money correspondent Susan Edmunds finds out why. Audio
How expensive is life in NZ really?
Deutsche Bank's Mapping the World's Prices report looks at the price of a range of items around the world, in US dollar terms.
Hungry customers paying more for fish and chips
The cost has risen 154 percent over the last 20 years. But according to Fresco Fisheries owner, it is still good value for money. Audio
Massey's $160 million vet school revamp opens its doors
The university paid for the upgrade, which includes the opening of a new teaching building three years ago. Audio
ComCom denies banks' request for collective negotiation over cash-in-transit
The Commerce Commission has declined a request by the Banking Association to negotiate collectively for cash-in-transit services with Armourguard.
How 'dark patterns' are ruining online shopping
Tactics like countdown timers and messages showing items fast running out stock when buying things online are being labelled insidious. Audio
She's won Lotto, so where is her money?
Helen Button said the delay in collecting her winnings took the joy out of winning. Audio
Is McDonalds getting too expensive to be 'cheap' food?
The fast food giant is worried about losing low-income customers: Is price the reason why?
'Elegant but practical': Call for kids' KiwiSaver
It would be an effective way to counter the country's weak savings record, a researcher says. Audio
Comparing the cost of fast food in New Zealand
Reports out of the US say fast food giant McDonald's is worried about losing lower-income customers. Closer to home, data shows it can probably no longer be considered a "cheap" food option. Money… Audio
CEO Interview, ANZ’s Antonia Watson
ANZ this week reported a record full year profit of 2.53 billion dollars. Its CEO Antonia Watson says the result is a reflection of the economy, and shows New Zealand is starting to turn the corner… Audio
Report highlights benefits of Kids Kiwisaver scheme
New research released this morning has set out the benefit of a Kids Kiwisaver scheme, where all children would automatically be enrolled at birth. Max Rashbrooke, co-founder for the Institute for… Audio
Canterbury A&P show returns with royal status
The show's organisers are promising a strong return after last year's downscaled format.
NSQ for 12 November 2025
RNZ's money correspondent Susan Edmunds introduces No Stupid Questions for 12 November 2025. Audio
Financial advisor’s tips on what you should do if you win Lotto
What you need to know should you win Lotto. Money correspondent Susan Edmunds spoke to Corin Dann. Audio
Consumer NZ warns shoppers of traps ahead of Black Friday sales
Consumer NZ is urging shoppers to approach the flood of Black Friday discounts with a healthy dose of skepticism, warning that some bargains may not be as good as they seem. Consumer communications… Audio
'Really insulting': Can ANZ really claim its record profit is due to economy improving?
It's announced a full-year profit of more than $2.5 billion.
Another 5000 health workers join November strike
The total number going on strike at the end of the month has grown to 16,700.
'Yeah Nah' list of products you should know about
Plasters that don't stick are among those shamed in Consumer NZ's anti-awards. Audio
Consumer NZ releases results of its latest "Yeah Nah" awards
Consumer NZ has released the results of its latest "Yeah Nah" awards, which are designed to highlight consumer problems such as confusing messaging or products that don't do the job they are meant to… Audio
