PoliticsNew Reserve Bank Governor announcedFinance Minister Nicola Willis announces Swedish economist Dr Anna Breman as head of the Reserve Bank. Video / Mark MitchellWatch24 Sep 02:53 AM
PremiumPremiumAnalysisLiam DannInside Economics: After nearly seven months, we have a replacement for Adrian OrrANALYSIS: Liam Dann takes a deeper dive into the week's economic news.24 Sep 01:48 AM
BusinessSwedish economist announced as new Reserve Bank GovernorNo implications for interest rates, ANZ economist says.24 Sep 01:13 AM
Mood of the BoardroomHousing lift ahead: $5m foreign buyers expected to fuel market activity'More confidence is starting to brew in the economy with interest rates coming down.'23 Sep 04:59 PM
Mood of the Boardroom'Bipartisan path': Westpac chief urges stability on housing, health and educationCatherine McGrath shares her reflections as a part of this year's Mood of the Boardroom.23 Sep 04:59 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionRichard PrebbleRichard Prebble: The case for a leaner state and savings-based welfareOPINION: The economy shrank 0.9% in the June quarter, tipping New Zealand into recession.23 Sep 03:00 AM
BusinessFemale candidate from overseas tipped to be new Reserve Bank GovernorThe previous Governor, Adrian Orr, stepped down in March.23 Sep 01:18 AM
PremiumPremiumOpinionBevan Graham: GDP was bad, but not as bad as it lookedOPINION: Keep calm and ignore the data volatility, a market economist says.22 Sep 03:00 AM
PremiumPremiumOpinionDiana ClementDiana Clement: Is NZ still the Wild West when it comes to financial consumer protections?OPINION: Kiwibank customers must wait until 2026 for deposit protection in crises.20 Sep 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionEditorial: Reserve Bank needs to cut deep to get economy movingOPINION: The Reserve Bank should make a super-sized cut to get the economy back on track.19 Sep 05:00 PM
New Zealand'Demise of our country': Manufacturing boss paints bleak economic pictureThe director has given an honest account of the struggle businesses and employees face.18 Sep 11:56 PM
New Zealand'Got my full backing': PM Luxon defends Nicola Willis after GDP declineGDP shrank 0.9% in the June quarter, more than double the forecast drop.18 Sep 10:06 PM
PremiumPremiumOfficial Cash RateBehind the eight ball: Banks call for sharper Reserve Bank cutsPressure is mounting on the Reserve Bank to cut rates sooner after poor GDP data.18 Sep 05:08 AM
Official Cash RateNew member appointed to Reserve Bank committee that sets the OCRAgribusiness exec Hayley Gourley has been appointed as a Monetary Policy Committee member.18 Sep 02:57 AM
PremiumPremiumSharesMarket close: Fed decision looms as NZ sharemarket drifts flatStocks were flat today as investors worldwide await an expected cut to US interest rates.17 Sep 06:22 AM
BusinessCost of living pressures keep households pessimistic in confidence surveyLower-income households remain hardest hit as essentials eat up pay.17 Sep 03:33 AM
PremiumPremiumEconomyJune quarter GDP seen as turning point after signs of strength fade awayData out this week is set to show the New Zealand economy stalled in the June quarter. 14 Sep 05:01 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionMark ListerMark Lister: Rear view v crystal ball, why leading indicators matter more right nowOPINION: Unemployment has risen to 5.2%, the highest level in almost five years.14 Sep 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionThomas CoughlanThomas Coughlan: Labour narrows in on very narrow CGT – what it might be, and who is designing itOPINION: What's the party's new tax plan – and who is designing it?12 Sep 05:00 PM
New ZealandRBNZ governor admits ‘test of trust and confidence’ after leadership turmoilChristian Hawkesby says trust in the RBNZ has been tested after leadership exits.11 Sep 02:08 AM
BusinessHouse prices forecast to rise 5.4% in 2026 as 'comatose' market awakens – economistLower interest rates should eventually support increased demand, a bank economist said.11 Sep 01:00 AM
PremiumPremiumEconomyTexts reveal Nicola Willis was warned she might be asked to sack Adrian Orr The minister is defending the fact she didn't unveil this information earlier.10 Sep 05:50 AM
PremiumPremiumAnalysisLiam DannInside Economics: Recession risk rises after June gloomANALYSIS: Liam Dann takes a deeper dive into the week's economic news.09 Sep 10:30 PM
PremiumPremiumPoliticsLabour open to ‘discussion’ about changing Reserve Bank rules to tolerate higher inflationLabour is open to tolerating a higher level of price increases.08 Sep 11:37 PM
PremiumPremiumEconomy'Significant value for money concerns': Treasury unleashes at RBNZ for 50% funding increase requestNew details emerge of negotiations between departments.05 Sep 04:42 AM
PremiumPremiumAnalysisLiam DannInside Economics: Banks didn't pass on the full OCR cut ... is that fair?ANALYSIS: Liam Dann takes a deeper dive into the week's economic news.03 Sep 04:40 AM
PremiumPremiumEconomyWillis denies RBNZ cover-up; insists she pushed for transparency The Finance Minister challenged the Reserve Bank's legal advice.02 Sep 05:23 AM
PremiumPremiumOpinionJenée TibshraenyJenée Tibshraeny: Cut the spin, Nicola Willis and Reserve BankOPINION: Why the Finance Minister should have done more to push for transparency.01 Sep 02:24 AM
New Zealand'We're unhappy': PM blasts Quigley, RBNZ's handling of Orr's resignation Luxon says bank chairman made right decision to go, holding out would damage reputation. 31 Aug 08:58 PM
PremiumPremiumLetters to the EditorLetters: Making finger gun gestures at a minister demands a formal apologyOPINION: The Reserve Bank appears out of step with the average Kiwi, writes one reader.31 Aug 05:00 PM
EconomyLabour fixes embarrassing error as it challenges Govt to 'be honest' about RBNZ sagaLabour's finance spokeswoman Barbara Edmonds is calling for transparency.30 Aug 11:27 PM
PremiumPremiumBusinessBusinesses still feeling winter chill, confidence surveys showFirms are still waiting for an economic recovery to kick in.28 Aug 02:06 AM
PremiumPremiumOpinionAudrey YoungAudrey Young: Aus scandal puts NZ in a tough spot; who was Helen Clark's 'victim'?OPINION: First Palestine, now Iran – the Govt has two huge foreign policy calls to make.28 Aug 12:26 AM
EconomyRBNZ agreed to bin letter of concerns when Adrian Orr resignedDetails come to light following intervention from the Ombudsman.27 Aug 11:19 PM
