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LVR surprise could spur investor buy-up, warns property expert

The Reserve Bank is set to consult on bringing back the restrictions.

Reserve Bank 'caught off guard' by house prices: economist

The RBNZ's conundrum proves low interest rates are fuelling housing boom, economist says.

Jarden Brief: The biggest winners after a celebratory day on the markets

Jarden's daily update on the latest market moves and shakes.

Toni Truslove: Influx of skilled Kiwis a huge opportunity

New Zealand has dealt with an ongoing "brain drain" for decades. Covid is changing that.

Liam Dann: What went wrong? Why is the economy doing so well?

We don't run inquests into why things have gone better than expected, but we should.

'The Govt doesn't care': Food waste for grower who can't get pickers

It's picking season and those growing fruit and vegetables can't get the staff.

Did Trump create 'greatest economy' ever? Numbers tell true story

A collection of graphs show the true impact of Trump on the US economy.

Win or lose, economic Trumpism is here to stay

Trump might lose the election, but his economic legacy will linger.

Higher unemployment wont fix looming talent shortages says expert

Despite people available, businesses still need those with the right skills to succeed.

Struggle street in Auckland CBD: 'It's been very, very hard'

Auckland CBD is still 'painfully empty', say business owners and its not getting better.

Liam Dann: Classic hits of the NZ economy are back - why is no one dancing?

In a crisis you have to use what ever tools you have available to survive.

Weak NZ inflation data makes case for more stimulus

Low inflation over the third quarter has backed the case for more RBNZ stimulus.

Vapes in and CDs out as StatsNZ updates spending habits

What saveloys have to do with your pay packet.

Bryce Wilkinson: IMF's fiscal forecasts make grim reading for NZ

The fresh Labour Government is now fully accountable for the quality of public spending.

Covid 19: Kiwis prepare for job loss and career change by upskilling

The survey reveals most are upskilling to prepare for career change post-Covid.

Punk economist: 'The most prudent thing to do now is spend'

The high-profile economist also has views on what it will take drop NZ house prices.