Latest from Economy

NZ’s trade deficit forecast to be the worst among advanced economies

We're importing much more than we're exporting. What's the big deal?

Liam Dann: When will the post-Covid party stop?

OPINION: It looks like we are partying our way into a recession.

Market close: Buyers sit on sideline as NZ stocks fall

The NZ sharemarket was unable to be stirred by a strong rebound on Wall Street.

Migration gains surge to a monthly record in February

Work and student visa arrivals both rising.

Inflation for longer and OCR higher - economists’ grim forecast

Reserve Bank was right to take a tough line on inflation, Infometrics says.

Grant Robertson: No ‘accounting trick’ to Government debt measure

OPINION: Right of Reply to Paul Glass.

NZ salaries on the rise: Which regions fared the best

It was a record-breaking start to 2023 for salaries across the country.

Why being good with money is all about the little choices

Financial adviser Lisa Dudson talks tackling debt and getting ahead.

Inflation hits tradies hard as disaster recovery continues

Price of supplies surging, but many traders don't want to charge more, survey finds.

Buyer confidence back: Residential sales up 86 per cent at Barfoot & Thompson

March showed a modest but positive improvement in trading.

How high will it go? Reserve Bank likely to hike OCR again today

Economists say the banking crisis and lower GDP mean a smaller rate hike.

Top economist on why Official Cash Rate rises should stop at 5%

There are concerns the Reserve Bank will overtighten.

New business survey shows falling sales now a bigger worry than labour shortages

Results show RBNZ monetary policy is starting to take effect, says NZIER.

Reserve Bank to hike OCR again - but by how much?

Economists say the banking crisis and lower GDP mean a smaller rate hike.

Mortgage squeeze: More loan payments missed as Kiwis feel pinch of rising rates

Data reveals impact rising interest rates are having on mortgages.

Tax and the blurred lines around 'business' expenses

Sasha Borissenko presents a tax guide for the self-employed.

Brace for the squeeze: Survey reveals small business fears

Inflation and rising rates causing concern for SMEs.

Liam Dann: Economic pain about to get real as job losses mount

OPINION: Even a 'soft landing' will see tens of thousands added to the dole queue.