Liam Dann, Business Editor at Large for New Zealand’s Herald, works as a writer, columnist, radio commentator and as a presenter and producer of videos and podcasts.
I'm Liam Dann, Business Editor at Large for New Zealand’s Herald. I've been a journalist since the mid-1990’s and for more than twenty years I've been a financial journalist. Business is something I fell into after returning from my OE, having spent some time working in the financial sector in London. I loved the freedom financial journalists have to go deep into the complexity of the forces that influence our lives. Over those years I've covered, agriculture, aviation, technology, stock markets and economics. I led the Business Herald through the global financial crisis as its editor from 2007 to 2015. In that role I was privileged to travel to China, Europe, the UK and US and other far-flung spots on economic and business research and study trips. Since shifting to my 'at-large' role in 2015, I have been freed up to work as a writer, columnist, radio commentator and, more recently, as presenter and producer of videos and podcasts. The media has changed radically, but one thing that hasn't is my focus on telling New Zealand's economic story. With the help of some very smart contacts in the world of finance and economics, my aim is always to tell that story in a way that brings it to life and makes it relevant to a wide and diverse audience.
Liam Dann: Don’t panic about worse-than-expected recession
OPINION: It was the worst recession since 1991 – but at least it is behind us.
'Worst since 1991': NZ in deep recession after massive GDP fall
GDP data for the third quarter shows a wipeout.
Current account deficit narrows as Kiwis import less
The latest figures from Stats NZ show a modest improvement in the trade balance.
'Low point' – new data to confirm NZ back in recession
Data due this Thursday will update the nation's third-quarter economic performance.
Liam Dann: Last blast of economic news to offer no tidings of comfort or joy
OPINION: Economy watchers will have to wait a little longer for the silly season
Another annual record for departures from New Zealand
New migration data from Stats NZ shows downward trend maybe stabilising
Interest rates: Kiwibank cuts fixed mortgage rates, term deposits
The move follows other banks as longer-term rates creep lower.
Liam Dann: Reliance on ‘bank of mum and dad' a worrying trend for NZ
How do we stop economic inequality from becoming ever more entrenched?
Inside Economics: Is NZ poorer than the poorest US state?
New Zealand’s low productivity really is a serious problem.
Liam Dann: RBNZ's grim warning as productivity woes come to a head
OPINION: New Zealand faces a future of slow and low GDP growth on its current path.
Market Watch: The ‘Trump Bump’ – how long can it last?
Watch: Liam Dann talks to Mike Taylor about the outlook for the share market.
Business outlook 'brightening' as inflation expectations fall - ANZ
ANZ's Business Outlook shows confidence dipped but firms' own expectations are rising.
Official Cash Rate cut: Reserve Bank says more cuts to come in February
But Governor Adrian Orr warns borrowers not to expect extremely low rates.
Inside Economics: Outlook for housing in 2025...do we really want another boom?
Liam Dann takes a look at the forecasts for the property market.
More interest rate relief coming ... but how much and where to next?
The Reserve Bank will this week deliver a new set of forecasts for where rates are headed.
Liam Dann: Why the Kiwi dollar is losing value ... and could slide further
The Kiwi is under pressure as the US dollar rises on expectation of higher interest rates.
The Cult: Fuelled on Whittakers chocolate, post-punk legends wow Kiwi fans at Spark Arena
Liam Dann: 'They looked fitter and sounded more polished than they have done in decades'.
Inside Economics: All eyes on RBNZ's last big call for 2024
Liam Dann takes a deeper dive into the week's economic news
ANZ predicts faster economic recovery
While the outlook for activity is improved, the economy will continue to be challenging.
Liam Dann: You’ll soon pay more for a block of cheese - and it’s good news
OPINION: Dairy prices and growing conditions are lining up to give the economy a boost.
Food prices fall in October but milk and butter on the rise
Fruit prices go bananas but vegetable costs plummet.
Headed for Oz: Kiwi departures continue to set new records
New data from Stats NZ show New Zealand's net migration gain is falling fast.
Inside Economics: Why Trump might mean higher mortgage rates in NZ ... all the fallout from his big win
Liam Dann takes a trip down the wild and winding path of Donald Trump's economic policy.
Trump policies to clip New Zealand's growth - analysts
Economic analyst BMI says the NZ economic recovery will continue - but more slowly.
Liam Dann: The one bright spot buried in unemployment data
OPINION: Labour market data shows young people are returning to education as jobs dry up.
Market Watch: Trump unleashes the Wall St bull ... how long will it run?
Watch: Liam Dann and Mike Taylor dissect the market fallout from Trump's big win.
Liam Dann: The Trump bump boosts our KiwiSaver ... but a big market showdown looms
OPINION: Beating political opponents is one thing. Now Trump faces a more powerful foe.
Inside Economics: How we know markets are picking a Trump win
OPINION: Why a capital gains tax is still so contentious - and who supports it.
Mega rate cut off the table after better-than-expected unemployment figures
Some described the new job data as 'the last shoe to drop' after tough times.
Unemployment preview: How hard has the economic downturn hit the labour market?
New employment data this week will reveal the impact on jobs.
Liam Dann: Why I think Trump will most likely win on Wednesday
OPINION: After nearly a decade in US politics, Trump remains as popular as ever.
Construction sector leads rise in business confidence, ANZ survey shows
The ANZ Business Outlook survey for October shows firms are increasingly upbeat.
Boom and bust: How the Kiwi housing market compares with the world
The Reserve Bank has released new research into the New Zealand housing market.
Inside Economics: Trump or Harris – what will the fallout for NZ look like?
OPINION: Liam Dann takes a deep dive into the week's economic news.
Liam Dann: Classic Kiwi recovery is on its way ... and it’s not good enough
A new report by Westpac outlines the kind of economic recovery we can expect.
Inside Economics: Orr goes to Washington; why markets love low interest rates
OPINION: Liam Dann takes a deeper dive into the week's economic news.
Liam Dann: Top seven things to worry about now inflation has been beaten
OPINION: The next focus of concern for New Zealand will be unemployment.
What Suzanne Paul, Jack Tame and Bill English can teach us about money
Listen: Liam Dann talks life and money with entrepreneurs, entertainers and politicians.
Liam Dann: What the inflation fall means for interest rates
New inflation data may clear a path for more aggressive interest rate cuts.
'End of crushing price rises' as inflation falls
Inflation was down significantly in the latest quarter.
Inside Economics: Will RBNZ consider a 75bps mega-cut ... and RIP inflation?
OPINION: Is the economy really so bad it requires a radical response?
Inflation preview: Annual price rises expected to be below 3% for first time since 2021
While the price of imported goods has fallen, domestic inflation remains too high.
Liam Dann: The Government’s biggest challenge - stop this epic brain drain
OPINION: Departing Kiwis represent more than just a loss of consumers and workers.
Brain drain: A record 81,200 Kiwis departing as fewer migrants arrived
New Zealand's net migration continues to dwindle.
Chorus of OCR cut cheer drowns out message of tough times ahead – Liam Dann
OPINION: Central banks don't slash rates unless economies are in serious trouble.
'Brighter days ahead': Reserve Bank cuts OCR by 50 basis points to 4.75%, banks cut interest rates
Future changes to the OCR 'would depend on its evolving assessment of the economy'.
Inside Economics: Could petrol prices and AI bubbles ruin the economic recovery?
The global economy is on a roll with strong US data and China stimulus ... can it last?
High hopes RBNZ will double-down with 50 basis point cut for official cash rate
Most economists expect the Reserve Bank to deliver additional relief for borrowers.
Liam Dann: A good capital gains tax should mean lower income tax
OPINION: We're going to have to broaden our tax base - we should lift the level of debate.
Sir Bill English: What he'd do differently if he was PM again
Sir Bill English shares his money stories and reflects on his legacy.
Hard or soft landing? Business leaders assess NZ's economy
Business leaders were asked whether we have achieved a 'soft landing'.
Inside Economics: One cut or two ... will the RBNZ reach for the big bazooka?
OPINION: A move in China might be the best news New Zealand's economy has had all year.
Signs of optimism for retail sector as business confidence rises - NZIER
Quarterly Survey of Business Opinion shows interest rate cuts lifting mood.
Business confidence continues to rise
ANZ's monthly business Outlook survey shows firms are increasingly upbeat.
Liam Dann: How far has the economy come in 20 years? ...not far enough
How much economic progress have we made in 20 years...not nearly enough!
Jon Toogood on making a living in the arts and learning to value yourself
Listen: Jon Toogood discusses his financial journey with Liam Dann.
Are we in a happiness recession? Stats NZ releases official 'wellbeing' data
Latest data shows how Kiwis are feeling after inflation and recession
Inside Economics: Are we facing an export crisis, how we can revive ‘rock star' economy?
OPINION: How has Australia avoided recession while we’ve struggled?
Confidence in job market falls to lowest since first Covid lockdown
A survey shows the employment outlook continues to soften.
Liam Dann: NZ’s GDP per capita problem is about to solve itself – that’s not good news
NZ faces a long stint of low growth unless we shift the dial on migration or productivity.
How former MP Simon Power ended up at Fisher Funds - and his most indulgent spending moment
"We’re having discussions about 3 or 4%...In Australia, they’re debating 11.5 and 12%"
GDP: What does the shrinking economy mean for interest rates?
Per person, economic output declined for the seventh straight quarter.
GDP falls 0.2%: 'Effectively a recession that's lasted two years' - economist
On an annual basis, GDP fell 0.2% over 12 months to June 2024.
Current account: New Zealand’s spending deficit with the world widens by $269m
The current account deficit kept growing in the June quarter
Inside Economics: Is GDP hype overrated?
OPINION: GDP took a hold in the popular imagination that it retains to this day.
Rolling maul of recession as economy again contracts
An economist expects the economy shrank.
Liam Dann: Immigration turns from boom to bust - again
OPINION: Longer-term strategy is needed to smooth population - and economic - growth.
How the fall of the Berlin Wall shaped the life of influential NZ think-tank boss
Economist Oliver Hartwich leads the NZ Initiative, a key independent think tank in NZ.
Soaring chocolate and olive oil prices push annual food price inflation up
Selected price index data shows overall inflation pressure continues to ease.
Inside Economics: Do we really need to spend more on infrastructure?
OPINION: And Liam Dann looks at the economic policy debate ahead of the US election.
Leaving home: Records tumble for Kiwi departures
The latest data shows the overall net migration rate falling from high levels.
10 lessons top economists learnt from the Covid years
Liam Dann asks leading economists what they learned from the pandemic.
Liam Dann: Business failures have hit levels not seen since the economy was booming. What gives?
OPINION: The number of business failures is accelerating, yet confidence is rising.
Suzanne Paul on escaping poverty: ‘I made up my mind...I’m not having this life’
TV star and infomercial icon on why she is happy to let money motivate her
Petrol savings on the way as global oil price slumps to lowest this year
Brent crude fell 5% overnight to its lowest level since December
Inside Economics: When will house prices start rising... and by how much?
OPINION: After the rate cut, what now for house prices? And what is geoeconomics?
Market Watch: The ‘September effect’, heading into Wall Street’s ‘crash zone’
Mike Taylor looks at the risks of a market crash as we head into the northern autumn.
Liam Dann: The economy sucks – why is business confidence so high?
OPINION: Business optimism has surged, despite the recession and rising unemployment.