Money
Rising production costs impact music festivals
Music lovers are spoilt for choice when it comes to summer festivals across the motu. But rising production and artist costs along with dwindling ticket sales are proving challenging for promoters… Audio
'Nudies' help sheep farmers strip costs back to the bone
Wool prices might be rising at last but some farmers want sheep that don't even grow the fibre.
Here's how much falling interest rates might save you
The drop in interest costs for affected households could be dramatic, an economist says.
What you need to retire on
Thinking about how much money you might need to retire can be a scary prospect, particularly if you're already struggling to make ends meet while you're working. "FORO" or Fear Of Running Out is top… Audio
Chinese AI app DeepSeek causes market turmoil in US
A new Chinese AI app has caused market turmoil in the United States, but could potentially provide new opportunities for other countries looking to dabble in the industry. ElementX co-founder and… Audio
Kiwibank joins rate cuts
The six-month special rate drops from Tuesday from 6.15 percent to 5.99 percent.
Research looks into how much money is needed to retire
New research from the Massey University's Financial Education and Research Centre has found less than $500,000 saved for retirement could be enough. Financial Advice NZ CEO Nick Hakes spoke to Corin… Audio
Spain plagued by over-tourism after Digital Nomad Visa
The government is relaxing visa rules to attract 'digital nomads,' allowing them to stay longer and spend more money locally. Barcelona-based writer Marta Bausells spoke to Corin Dann. Audio
Govt outlines plans to stimulate economic growth
In his state of the nation speech Prime Minister Christopher Luxon talked about sending the signal that foreign investors would be "welcomed rather than treated as criminals" and the government would… Audio
It just got slightly easier to retire
However, a couple will need an extra $1.1m for a comfortable city retirement, while in the provinces it will cost $446,000, a new report says.
From London's Oxford Street, a lesson in revitalisation
Main streets across New Zealand are run down and struggling, but Oxford Street provides inspiration.
Back to school is financially tough for many whanau
The principal at Carlton School in Whanganui, Gary Johnson, talks about the start of the school year being a tough time for many families and what it takes to get kids to class. Audio
Breathing life into Queen Street, with lessons from London
Main streets across New Zealand are run-down and struggling, but we can look to Oxford Street for inspiration. Audio
Who got the biggest - and smallest - pay rises last year?
Last year was a tough one for the labour market - but some workers walked away better than others.
Taking stock of your money over the holidays
RNZ money correspondent Susan Edmonds talks about how to bounce back after spending big during the holidays Audio
Interest rates are dropping, but will we get a mortgage war?
Borrowers hoping for further relief could be disappointed - at least for now. Here's why.
Why we're no longer 'rock stars' - Economy fell far after a high, says expert
New Zealand did have the largest decline in GDP in the developed world last year, but one economist says "it's important to keep things in perspective".
Do I have to pay tax on my inheritance? - Ask Susan
RNZ's money correspondent Susan Edmunds answers your questions.
Trade Minister on new foreign investment agency
The government is setting up a new foreign investment agency aimed at boosting productivity and innovation. Trade and Investment Minister Todd McClay spoke to Paddy Gower. Audio
How your tax rate could reach 80% - or more
Many thousands of taxpayers are paying effective tax rates of 50 percent or higher, a new paper shows.
