PremiumPremiumOfficial Cash RateAugust rate cut 'as close to a done deal as can be the case' - Stephen ToplisDespite food price headlines, inflation continues to ease in the core of the economy. 21 Jul 04:19 AM
BusinessInflation hits 12-month high, but enough 'comfort' for likely August rate cut The consumers price index increased 2.7% in the 12 months to the June 2025 quarter.21 Jul 12:06 AM
New ZealandOn the rise: New Consumers Price data for June shows annual inflation is upThe consumer price index (CPI) increased 2.7% in the 12 months to the June 2025 quarter, according to figures released by Stats NZ today.Watch20 Jul 11:39 PM
PremiumPropertyOn The Up: 'For mum or dad' - transportable homes are retirement village alternatives20 Jul 09:00 PM
PremiumProperty‘What downturn?’ The construction firm bucking the house-building slump19 Jul 11:00 PM
PremiumOpinionLiam DannLiam Dann: Inflation is back – and that’s a problem for the Prime Minister 19 Jul 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumAnalysisLiam DannInside Economics: NZ recession risks on the rise ... again! Plus: the boy who cried ‘tariff’ – Trump’s threats lose their biteANALYSIS: Liam Dann takes a deeper dive into the week's economic news.15 Jul 07:00 PM
BusinessMedian house price falls in Auckland, increases in regionsReinz report shows sales volumes below expected, more days to sell.14 Jul 09:54 PM
PremiumPremiumSmall BusinessSmall businesses concerned over access to new investment boost policyThe policy was a major announcement in this year's Budget.14 Jul 09:00 PM
OpinionOpinion: NZ’s new AI strategy is big on 'economic opportunity' but short on managing ethical and social riskOPINION: The National AI Strategy aims to invite AI use with a 'light touch' approach.14 Jul 06:00 PM
New Zealand'Big, scary number': Trump tariffs could hike to 20% for NZ goodsThe Front Page talks to Liam Dann ahead of the looming August 1 deadline for Trump's tariffs.Watch14 Jul 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumBanking and finance'Firepower to help': Small business lender raises $200m capital for new loans The funds will support financing in sectors like construction and healthcare.14 Jul 03:00 AM
World'No guarantee': Top graduates confront bleak job prospects in ChinaYouth unemployment in China for ages 16-24 was 21.3% in June 2023.14 Jul 01:21 AM
PremiumPremiumRetailWinter chill boosts spending as Kiwis go clothes shoppingConsumers splashed out on winter apparel in June, but hospitality spending fell.14 Jul 12:32 AM
OpinionThe Conversation: Defence spending is like insurance – how will NZ pay the higher premiums?OPINION: The 2025 Defence Plan includes $9 billion in extra funding over four years.13 Jul 06:00 PM
World'Unfair deal': Mexico, EU slam Trump's new tariff threatsTrump cited Mexico's role in drug flow and EU trade imbalance for tariffs.12 Jul 10:40 PM
PremiumPremiumEditorialEditorial: Using immigration as a primary tool to drive economic growth is risky business OPINION: We need more people in NZ – and we also need to attract the right mindsets.12 Jul 05:00 PM
WorldHouses made from rice: Kyrgyzstan's eco-friendly revolutionRice husk blocks insulate well, keeping homes warm in winter and cool in spring.10 Jul 06:00 PM
AnalysisTrump's tariff strategy faces deadline as trade deals fall shortWall Street has reacted negatively, with the Dow dropping 166 points.10 Jul 02:14 AM
New ZealandNapier woollen yarn producer to close, 26 job lossesDesign Spun had hoped to keep its mill running in Napier but that was 'not achievable'.09 Jul 10:31 PM
WorldTrump sets 50% tariff on Brazil, criticises ex-leader's trialUS President called Bolsonaro's trial an 'international disgrace'.09 Jul 10:06 PM
CompaniesAI giant Nvidia makes history as first $4 tn companyShares hit US$164.42, giving Nvidia a valuation above $4 trillion briefly.09 Jul 08:13 PM
PremiumPremiumOfficial Cash RateRates on hold: What the Reserve Bank's decision means for KiwisThe Reserve Bank kept the OCR at 3.25%, amid international uncertainty.09 Jul 06:00 AM
InflationReserve Bank of Australia surprises markets, holds cash rate at 3.85%Only six of 37 economists predicted the RBA would keep rates unchanged.08 Jul 05:45 AM
New ZealandEnd of an era: Kinleith workers mark closureWorkers gathered in Tokoroa after a chapter of 71 years closed on June 30.07 Jul 11:46 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionAnne GibsonProperty Insider: Mansons begins Graham St project; free car with Westgate home; how’s Resido going?Two basement levels, nine storeys of offices: NZ's biggest new commercial project begins.07 Jul 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumLetters to the EditorLetters: The changes we need to make to make electricity prices affordableOPINION: Plus Luxon on unemployment; climate change; social cohesion and the CRL.04 Jul 05:00 PM
WellingtonPopular Wellington cafe to close after owner's 'heartbreak' losing babySweet Release's Kris Bartley wants to focus completely on her new pregnancy.04 Jul 04:35 AM
AnalysisAnalysis: The House folds under pressure from Trump - againAnalysis: It has become a recurring theme of the 119th Congress.03 Jul 09:25 PM
