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Matthew Hooton: NZ heading towards bankruptcy without budget savings

Debt is projected to increase by $60 to $70 billion over the next five years. Video \ Mark Mitchell

RNZ funding slashed, minister wants stronger audience reach, trust levels

Government announces a boost for regional journalism; RNZ faces $18m cut over four years.

Govt offers $200m for would-be gas investors

Shane Jones says the fund allows the Crown to take a 10%-15% stake.

Jenée Tibshraeny: Willis delivers 'true blue' Budget

ANALYSIS: Budget requires Kiwis to do more to save for their retirement.

Hosking, Newstalk ZB rule radio airwaves as industry celebrates jump in listeners

Newstalk ZB has been the country’s No 1 commercial radio station for 17 years.

My Food Bag shares up 8% as sales momentum shifts

Chief executive Mark Winter says demand is picking up.

Economic pressures take a bite out of Savor’s earnings

The hospitality group is positioning itself for a strong recovery as conditions improve.

FMA issues warning about crypto company's investment scheme

It says the unlicensed scheme may have caused "significant detriment" to investors.

Inside Economics: Everything you need to know about the Budget

ANALYSIS: Liam Dann takes a deeper dive into the week's economic news

How Litmaps is using AI to accelerate scientific discovery

A new Business of Tech episode is available now.

'Heartbreaking': Smith & Caughey's to close for good, almost 100 job losses

Auckland's prestigious flagship retailer to close after 145 years despite rescue attempts.

Honest debate needed on building materials' true impact – Jeremy Sole

OPINION: Steel's embodied carbon can be cut by up to 70% with new tech and recycling.

Market close: Napier Port on the up as NZ sharemarket rises

The port revealed a special dividend after upgrading its forecast.

Inside the incredible rise and sad fall of Smith & Caughey’s – why it is closing for good

Despite a rescue attempt, Auckland's flagship store has faced a 'perfect storm'.

Tech Insider: The Kiwis most likely to support an U16 social media ban; lawyer's AI horror story

Plus: The 'Google tax' dies a quiet death.

New Reserve Bank survey shows business inflation expectations rising

The Reserve Bank has launched a new survey of business expectations.

'Rapid rate': US demand grows for Kiwi beverage product

Wai Mānuka launched in Citarella Gourmet Market's seven New York locations.

Richard Prebble: Is ACC still affordable in its current state?

OPINION: Politicians need to learn budgeting lessons from the pay equity disaster.