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.
Food price data: Cost of eating out spikes but fruit, vegetables and meat still falling
New Selected Price Index offers insight into how inflation is tracking.
Annual food prices drop for first time in six years - fruit and veges lead the way
Good news for the inflation fight as food prices continue to ease, Stats NZ figures show.
Inside Economics: Could synthetic milk sink the dairy industry?
Could fake milk ruin our economy, and what should we make of the latest tech 'hype cycle'?
From the milking shed to global skincare brand: 'I was a bit of a tomboy'
In just a few years, Emma Lewisham has created an in-demand beauty brand.
Surprise price rise: Cost of food goes up for first time in 3 months
New data from Stats NZ shows international airfares also spiked in April.
‘Darkest before the dawn’: Spots of light show through recession gloom - ASB economist
The next few months will be tough, but there some positive signs emerging.
Fruit and vege prices plummet 9 per cent in past year ... but price of eating out soars
New inflation data shows price rises are easing.
NZ must brace for more big supply shocks - Productivity Commission
The commission's last report warns of the need to prepare for economic disruption.
Food prices on the rise again - milk, eggs and chocolate lead the way
Despite a monthly rise, annual price increases were the lowest since November 2021.
Liam Dann: Say cheese... how we’re winning the war on inflation
OPINION: All the news about inflation was good last week - but one product stands out.
Finally, cheaper cheese - food prices fall in October
New Stats NZ data shows food prices fell in October compared to September.
Export numbers confirm slump in Chinese demand for dairy
New data confirms headwinds for Kiwi exports.
NZ no longer in recession, GDP result exceeds expectations
Strong exports, IT services, manufacturing helped drive growth in second quarter.
Slow growth: Consensus of economists sees tough years ahead
NZIER's survey of economists paints a grim picture of the path ahead.
Food prices jump 8.9 per cent: Eggs, chips, yoghurt drive spike
Grocery food prices increased 10.6 per cent.
Liam Dann: The big issue for the next government will be jobs not grocery prices
OPINION: The cost of living might soon be the least of our worries.
Export earnings fall sharply as China slows and dairy slumps
Both exports and imports were down in July compared with a year earlier.
Liam Dann: Worst of both worlds - dairy and oil prices threaten chances of soft landing
OPINION: China's economic woes come at a bad time for New Zealand.
China’s economy is slowing but no need for Kiwi exporters to panic
Even as China's GDP growth falls the economy still grows by more US$1 trillion a year.
NZ economy faces hit as export prices slump
Meat and log prices falling on slow Chinese demand.
Commodity export prices steady despite slowing China demand
Shipping costs continue to fall sharply as volumes ease.
Food prices rise most since 1989 - up 12 per cent for the year
Flood impacts added to inflation woes to push fruit and vegetable prices higher.
The great reopening: Will China’s rebound turbocharge NZ’s economy?
China's economy is roaring back to life after Covid lockdown - it my be a mixed blessing
Cheese, chips and chooks: New data confirms soaring grocery bills
Latest food price data shows ballooning bills could be hard for some to stomach.
EU trade deal on track for formal signing this year
EU Ambassador to New Zealand Nina Obermaier says NZers should see Europe as an ally.
Auckland most gloomy as regional confidence dives on cost of living, interest rates
The Westpac McDermott Miller survey shows Waikato posted the largest fall in confidence.
Govt gives green light for 3000 more migrant workers
Largest increase to the RSE Scheme in over a decade but better worker conditions required.
Global oil prices slumped overnight: Is our pain at the pump about to ease?
Oil prices have finally been on the downward slide in recent weeks, but can it last?
Liam Dann: EU trade deal huge win, just don't expect short-term gain
The gains could be much greater for NZ than cheaper prices.
Lower kiwi dollar keeps export prices strong despite falls
The ANZ Commodity Index shows export prices rose in currency-adjusted terms.
Food prices soar again: 'Lock in elevated prices over 2022' - economist
Food prices continued to rise in March, led by basic grocery items.
Food price inflation soars to 11-year high
Fresh fruit and vegetables have lead the biggest rise in prices since GST was last lifted.
Liam Dann: Where Kiwis will pay the price for Putin's war
We will feel the shock of war at the petrol pump, on our investments and interest rates.
Liam Dann: UK trade deal - big winners and other winners (there are no losers)
There are no obvious losers in this deal. It is that good.
Which regions made the biggest moves in ASB's economic scoreboard?
The latest ASB Regional Economic Scoreboard shows significant movement pre-lockdown.
GDP surges 2.8% - economy was booming before lockdown
GDP data for the second quarter to June 30 points to an economy close to overheating.
Extend visas for trapped immigrant workers - NZIER Economist
Peter Wilson says falls in unemployment reassure that immigrants contribute to economy.
Exporters call for Govt action on labour shortages
Perfect Storm: Exporters fear shipping disruption and labour shortages threaten growth.
'Devastating': Worker shortage causes crisis - employers plead for help
Kiwi business owners say New Zealand's labour shortage has reached crisis point.
ASB Regional scoreboard: How is your local economy coping?
A table ranking regional economic performance reflects the two speeds of the recovery.
Liam Dann: Never mind the tomato wars, food prices are set to rise
Food prices have been subdued of late but global commodity markets point to big rises.
Tomatoes cheapest in 12 years - food prices fall in February
Tomatoes are just one of several foods that have seen prices fall during the pandemic.
Liam Dann: RMA rewrite looks like a special kind of hell
Everyone cheered the RMA's demise but will new laws be at the mercy of political conflict?
Restrict migrant workers to boost productivity - study
New study suggests migrant workers are hampering efforts to improve productivity.
Historic wave of returning Kiwis has just begun - here's where they're going
A survey of expats suggests Covid-19 may dramatically reshape the country's population.
How strong is the economic recovery? Reserve Bank to deliver its verdict
To print or not to print - the RBNZ's next big call is whether to expand the QE programme.
Liam Dann: How land-based industries are saving the economy
Strong dairy, meat and fruit export returns have propped up the economy despite Covid-19
Liam Dann: Why oil crashed ... and why petrol prices haven't
Last week's oil crash was a history-making twist in a time of already epic events.
Special report: Supply crunch makes coronavirus slump unprecedented
Crunch time for many businesses may be only weeks away.
'Perfect storm': Coronavirus and drought to deliver 'short, sharp' shock to economy
New Zealand's economy faces a short sharp shock in first quarter, says economic institute.
Live: Govt's $12b spend-up today - motorists set to be big winners
New roads likely to go ahead $12 billion announcement - but not holiday highway.
Liam Dann: Farmers riding to NZ's economic rescue ... again
COMMENT: Commodity prices are likely to keep NZ ahead of the pack as global economy slows.
Exports to China still growing strong despite trade war
The US/China trade war hasn't dampened global demand for New Zealand food exports.
Which regions are still beating Auckland?
Regional economic growth continues to outpace Auckland, although everywhere is slowing.
How the trade war is hurting NZ - threat vs reality
As the trade war heats up markets are rattled, but how hard is it really hitting NZ?
Liam Dann: Is this the stupidest thing Trump's ever said?
COMMENT: Never mind Greenland, it doesn't get dumber than Trump's 2018 take on trade wars.
Liam Dann: I hope Adrian Orr is better at poker than me
Does a double cut in the official cash rate leave enough in the tank for a real crisis?
Nation of Debt: Dairy danger as repayment risks rise
Dairy debt is troubling the Reserve Bank as risks around the industry grow
Liam Dann: Swine fever casts shadow on global economy
COMMENT: Epidemic has potential to change the economic equations for New Zealand.
NZ export earnings at all-time high as China trade booms
Record export earnings provide an economic bright spot against slowing domestic growth.
Liam Dann: Dairy to rescue as property boom economy falters
COMMENT: As risks around domestic economy grow, export prices once again come to rescue.
US/China trade war truce holds risks for NZ
While markets cheer a de-escalation of trade tension a deal may create new problems for NZ
Comment: The Government's Capital Gains Tax masterstroke
The Tax Working Group's hard nosed approach leaves the Govt scope to appear moderate.
The $9b iwi empire: Māori groups' assets grow
A new report into iwi financial assets shows most making strong gains in past six years.
China's slump - is the dragon running out of fire?
China's economic growth has slowed this year. Will the fallout hit New Zealand?
NZ's top business leaders crowned at Deloitte Top 200 awards
Business excellence has been recognised at the Deloitte Top 200 Awards
At the crossroads: Why the economic outlook is so murky
COMMENT: Reserve Bank makes its forecasts tomorrow but even experts are hedging their bets
Kiwi TV star Mark Dye launches cannabis company
TV and radio personality Mark Dye has launched a medicinal cannabis company
New data shows economy holding up despite business gloom
Two sets of data indicate the economy is still ticking away.
Economy Hub: Can our farmers rescue the economy?
Can the lower kiwi dollar and good commodity prices give the economy a much needed boost?
Liam Dann: Trump farm policy is pure socialism
COMMENT:Trump's stance takes a socialist twist as US taxpayers pay farmers for their milk.
Liam Dann: Predicting end of cash is bananas
COMMENT: Our lamb exports and cheap bananas are a reminder that future never goes to plan.
Chinese stocks plunge amidst Trump's trade war
Donald Trump's latest trade threat has spooked the Chinese and local markets today.
Liam Dann: Cold facts don't diminish need to look after farmers
COMMENT: When it comes to biosecurity it's in national interest to stay calm and clinical.
Liam Dann: Let's keep cattle cull in perspective
To put the proposed M.Bovis cattle cull in context, we killed 4.2 million cattle in 2017.
Liam Dann: Trump's trade war with China bad news for NZ
The US can't win a war of consumer attrition with China - not without mates.
Tractors cut a path to record trade
Demand for machinery - including tractors - pushed imports values to a record in January
Big Read: Superpower trade war looms
A trade war between China and the US could have devastating economic consequences.