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Are central banks good doctors? Comparing RBNZ and US inflation strategies
OPINION: How the RBNZ's cautious monetary policies have over-treated the NZ economy.
Editorial: Grim outlook no surprise but political hyperbole unhelpful
OPINION: National must be cautious not to let gloomy rhetoric undercut confidence.
Building sector leads slump in business confidence, says NZIER
The latest Quarterly Survey of Business Opinion still provides "green light" for OCR hike.
Extend visas for trapped immigrant workers - NZIER Economist
Peter Wilson says falls in unemployment reassure that immigrants contribute to economy.
Inflation is coming - Should we be worried? Kiwi experts weigh in
Is inflation back to steal our wealth or does the modern world have it beat?
Business confidence spikes, November OCR hike likely: ASB, BNZ
The latest Quarterly Survey of Business Opinion shows inflation pressure building.
Liam Dann: The great worker shortage could solve itself - but no one wants that
OPINION: Worker shortages will get worse before they get better - what's the solution?
The new New Zealanders: Time to review migration policy - new report
A comprehensive report on NZ's productivity weakness suggests big changes are needed.
More upbeat business sentiment points to economic growth - NZIER
The latest Quarterly Survey of Business Opinion finds more firms feeling upbeat.
Election 2020: Economists pick the tough policies that NZ really needs
If politics were not an issue, what policies should NZ pursue? We asked economists.
'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.
Letters: SFO parties investigation a bad look
Let's hope our SFO and impartial justice system help ensure we retain the world's respect.
Port storm: The region and town set to be at the heart of a new goldrush
Is Northland ready for a big new port handling containers and cars?
Brian Fallow: Gloomy mood today, grim news tomorrow?
Fewer businesses are planning to invest, and that's a worrying sign for future growth.
Liam Dann: Grim business confidence becomes a political football
Business opinion survey's can be a good indicators but let's keep them in perspective.
Ian McKelvie: Inconsistent government has created confusion and uncertainty
We're a small country, a long way from many of our markets. We must be competitive.
Mega teachers' strike: All you need to know
Teachers are striking again next week - here's a guide to the issues.
Comment: Self-driving vehicles are coming in gradual steps
Automated features will gradually become self-driving vehicles.
NZIER: Gloomy business won't sink economy
NZIER sees GDP growth sticking near 3 per cent despite some economic headwinds.
Laurie Kubiak: Sugar tax not obesity's silver bullet
COMMENT: Research into sugary drinks tax finds no evidence it would be effective.
Think tank finds evidence weak for sugar tax
The Ministry of Health-commissioned report found only weak evidence for sugar taxes.
Confidence in building sector drops
NZIER survey shows business confidence steady despite weakness in building sector.
Do the regions get a fair share of tax?
The Economy Hub: Regional economies are going strong, but do they get a fair return?
Teacher aides: higher pay, fewer hours?
Principals say school support staff hours may have to be cut if their wages are lifted.
Access could mean an extra $500 a year
The unemployment rate for New Zealand's 1.1m people with disabilities is 9.2 per cent.
Cadbury's bitter aftertaste
Closing the Cadbury factory will hit Dunedin hard, but what does it say about the health of NZ manufacturing?
Trump win could be devastating for NZ
The New Zealand Institute of Economic Research has gone as far as to say a Donald Trump win would be devastating for our country.