Money
How much are real estate salespeople really earning?
New data sheds light on how the soft housing market is affecting commissions.
Researcher warns ACC not to 'manufacture crisis' over debt
An ACC researcher is warning the Accident Compensation Corporation not to manufacture a crisis, after it recorded a $7.2 billion loss this year. Researcher and barrister specialising in ACC law Warren… Audio
Have five-year fixed rates bottomed out?
ASB has cut its six-month rate to 6.39 percent, its one-year rate to 5.99 percent and 18-month rate to 5.79 percent - but terms longer than that might be as low as they'll go, forecasters say.
Morning Report Essentials for Thursday 17 October 2024
On today's episode, a whistleblower is warning that thousands of at-risk students enrolled at Te Kura, the Correspondence School are sitting at home doing nothing, the Accident Compensation… Audio
ACC reports $7.2 billion deficit
The Accident Compensation Corporation's latest annual report has revealed a $7.2 billion deficit. ACC chief executive Megan Main spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss. Audio
'Never seen such a sustained period of financial stress'
Here's how our inflation battle has changed New Zealand's economy.
How do you solve a problem like Kiwibank?
Kiwibank's chief executive says it is like being "a high school team playing the All Blacks".
'Why are you so afraid' of capital gains tax, Edmonds asks National
Labour's finance spokeswoman says "it may be time for another structural reform," calling National "irresponsible" for shutting down tax debate.
Midday Report Essentials for Wednesday 16 October 2024
In today's episode, inflation has slowed to its lowest level in three and a half years, with the annual inflation rate now at 2.2 percent and Wellington City Councillors are holding an urgent meeting… Audio
Inflation slows to lowest level in three years
Inflation has slowed to its lowest level in three and a half years, with the annual inflation rate now at 2.2 percent - falling within the Reserve Bank's target band of one to three percent for the… Audio
Boss on the floor: More executives helping with retail shifts
Home Depot may have made the news recently for requiring corporate staff to work on the shop floor - but that's common in many New Zealand retail outlets, one retail expert says.
Buying a house: How much less than asking price should you offer?
Sales prices are inching closer to asking prices - but is it buyers or sellers moving?
At the inaugural Wellington Games Week, it's more than cosplay and consoles
The Detail: New Zealand's booming video game industry reaches for $1 billion exports in the next few years.
How does NZ's pension compare?
We've been handed a B - but by one important measure we're performing less well than we were.
At Wellington Games Week, a lucrative but fickle business
New Zealand's booming video game industry reaches for $1 billion exports in the next few years. Audio
Have you been offered a 'dry promotion'? This recruiter says they're risky
Employees receive a new job title and more responsibilities - but no pay rise. Audio
Which government agency is slowest at paying its bills?
The Department of Conservation is bottom of the pack when it comes to paying invoices on time, data shows.
Do people trust AI on financial decisions? It depends on who they are
Analysis - Placing your financial trust in AI relies on an understanding of how the technology works.
We only bought a house in our mid-40s
Most first-home buyers are now at least 35, but there's a warning borrowing later in life can come with hurdles. Audio
Business commentator Rebecca Stevenson
Vista's boardroom tussle with Potentia takes another turn as MYOB chair drops out of running. Audio
