BusinessHousehold living costs still punishingly high for many, economist saysWho's feeling the impact the most?04 Nov 10:31 PM
BusinessMore than 450,000 Kiwis behind on debt repayments as festive season loomsAcute challenges continue to bite, despite falling inflation and interest rates.31 Oct 04:00 PM
BusinessHow much have prices risen in five years?Some things are much more expensive now than others, compared to 2019.30 Oct 07:34 PM
Opinion2023 election study: What voters wanted and what they gotCOMMENT: A year on, the three Government parties have remained ahead in the polls.29 Oct 10:19 PM
PremiumPremiumEditorialEditorial: Do retailers have reasons to be optimistic?OPINION: Will Christmas be the most wonderful time of the year for business?23 Oct 04:00 PM
New ZealandTūrangi Foodbank feeding a big slice of town's populationTūrangi Foodbank has already delivered 1567 food parcels since October 2023.22 Oct 05:30 PM
BusinessReserve Bank may cut cash rate by 75 basis points, but is it justified?Financial markets are pricing in a 20% chance of a 75-basis-point cut.21 Oct 11:55 PM
New ZealandRecord benefit number sparks unemployment warningJust over 6% of the population, or 204,765, were on Jobseeker Support in September.21 Oct 01:46 AM
LifestyleEasy ways to make your groceries last longer (and save money)Shopping list and dinner plan tips to last a whole fortnight.21 Oct 01:45 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandMinistry for Regulation among public service's highest earners as sector pay jumpsThe average manager's salary in the public sector sits at $163,800.20 Oct 04:00 PM
New ZealandNumber of benefits cut more than doubles in a yearMissed appointments and failing to prepare for work have contributed to the cuts.18 Oct 09:53 PM
Business'Skyrocketing' rise of Temu revealed in new figuresTemu received a zero in the Baptist World Aid Ethical Fashion Report.17 Oct 12:32 AM
BusinessEconomists warn of lasting economic changes after New Zealand’s high inflation‘Never seen such a sustained period of financial stress.’16 Oct 07:14 PM
PremiumPremiumEditorialEditorial: Outdoor dining fees hike could ruin some town centresOPINION: The challenging times for hospitality are about to get worse.16 Oct 04:00 PM
Business'End of crushing price rises' as inflation fallsInflation was down significantly in the latest quarter.15 Oct 09:49 PM
BusinessGovernment hints at capping bank card surchargesGovt has confirmed it has been working on changes to card fees for the past three months.15 Oct 03:35 AM
PremiumPremiumBusinessInflation preview: Annual price rises expected to be below 3% for first time since 2021While the price of imported goods has fallen, domestic inflation remains too high.14 Oct 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionMary Holm'If someone leaves me something in their will, am I obliged to accept it?'OPINION: Mary Holm on inheritances, shares for uni students and the red-hot CGT debate.11 Oct 04:00 PM
New ZealandSuburb's supermarket revival stalls as another food provider closes downThe push to bring a supermarket back to the Hawke’s Bay suburb of Flaxmere continues.10 Oct 10:19 PM
KahuFood Hubs are struggling to keep up with growing demandsA third of Food Hubs’ monthly recipients are seeking help for the first time.10 Oct 06:51 PM
PremiumPremiumBanking and financeUS inflation fell to 2.4% in SeptemberFinancial Times: Figures for headline and core rates marginally surpass expectations.10 Oct 05:37 PM
New ZealandHouseholds lose $47b in net worth as spending outpaces incomeNZ households spent $479m more than they earned, losing $47b in net worth in June quarter.10 Oct 04:06 AM
Banking and finance'Double whammy': OCR cut delivers mortgage relief but potential job losses dampen moodInterest rates are now expected to drop steeply into the new year.09 Oct 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumEditorialEditorial: Wellington quake shows WFH still neededOPINION: In a shaky city, resilience and adaptability is key to remain productive.09 Oct 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionLiam DannChorus of OCR cut cheer drowns out message of tough times ahead – Liam DannOPINION: Central banks don't slash rates unless economies are in serious trouble.09 Oct 03:45 AM
PremiumPremiumRetailHow are retailers reacting to the OCR decision?Retailers have shared their excitement about the OCR cut right in time for Christmas.09 Oct 03:17 AM
PremiumPremiumBusinessGreat Resignation no more: More Kiwi workers look for stability amid rising unemploymentLess Kiwi workers intend on changing their jobs in the next 12 months.09 Oct 02:10 AM
Business'Brighter days ahead': Reserve Bank cuts OCR by 50 basis points to 4.75%, banks cut interest ratesFuture changes to the OCR 'would depend on its evolving assessment of the economy'.09 Oct 02:03 AM
PremiumPremiumBanking and financeStar backing: Cliff Curtis gets on board with build-to-own newcomers BloxxIs build-to-own the solution to unaffordable housing?08 Oct 05:07 PM
LifestyleHow much will school holidays hit your pocket?Hanging out with the kids? For some Kiwi parents, school holidays do not come cheap.03 Oct 01:28 AM
KahuFood insecurity is a national emergency - OpinionThere are 1.4 million meals that we won’t be delivered.02 Oct 11:39 PM
New Zealand‘End of an era’ - Winstone Pulp International closes after 45 yearsLong-time workers head off to other regions and new jobs.02 Oct 09:01 PM
PremiumPremiumMood of the BoardroomBusiness leaders’ optimism hits highest level since 2016Despite optimism, many business leaders caution the journey to full recovery is not over.02 Oct 04:00 PM
Mood of the BoardroomKiwiSaver, NZ Super Fund role grows in retirement savings debateThe NZ Super Fund hits $76b and KiwiSaver now has 3.25 million members.02 Oct 03:59 PM
