Latest from Liam Dann on business

Traders called it early and lost out big time

COMMENT: The political fallout will be equally dramatic as Britain and the EU work through whatever plan they have for the break-up.

The big Brexit scare NZ should ignore

As it looks plausible that the Brexit vote could win on Friday, it's worth considering the economic implications, writes Liam Dan.

Fieldays verdict: Agri-pocalypse not now

COMMENT: The big question is whether Fieldays still provides an accurate barometer for NZ's agriculture sector and by proxy the wider economy.

Nation of Debt: Giddy new heights draw '87 reminder

COMMENT: NZ's total debt is poised to hit half a trillion dollars as mortgage lending surges to levels not seen since the global financial crisis.

What the oil price rise means long term

Oil broke through US$50 ($75) a barrel last week for the first time since October.

Liam Dann: What to expect from Budget 2016 - scraps

COMMENT: Contrast between Finance Minister and PM has some questioning whether this is a political marketing job, writes Liam Dann.

Watch: NZ Herald Focus 16th May

Today - The Prime Minister says the average income is going up and he may adjusted tax thresholds to compensate.Jarryd Hayne announces his retirement from the NFL and Beyonce's new range of women's sportswear is made in sweatshops.

Liam Dann: Foreign buyer stats don't solve debate

Nearly 60 per cent of Auckland houses sold to foreign buyers went to Chinese investors, new data shows. But the revelation hasn't come without criticism.

Liam Dann: Wall St slump bodes ill for US-led rally

Wall St stocks and oil have slumped again amidst growing talk of recession risk for both the US and the world, writes Liam Dann.

The case for and against a rate cut

Like three quick wickets in a test match on an otherwise lifeless pitch, this week's monetary policy statement suddenly has a bit of an edge to it.

Why Cyber Monday matters

COMMENT: The line between a good profit and a poor one is now so fine that we regularly hear retailers blaming the weather for bad results, writes Liam Dann.

Liam Dann: Counting cranes with the kids

Liam Dann asks, when do we reach peak cranes? At what point do the silhouettes on the skyline become an ominous warning of an impending economic crash rather than a sign of economic confidence?

Why Xero differs from the unicorns

There are those who say you can never have too many unicorns. But others fear that increasing numbers may be a bad omen.

Lessons from true champions

The way Steve Hansen and the All Blacks have performed provides a shining example for the business world.

Liam Dann: Has Sky TV jumped the shark?

Shares have taken a battering and Kiwis are embracing streaming services.

Seizing the diversity dividend

The rise of Asian culture in Auckland, as February's Lantern Festival and this month's Diwali celebrations illustrate good fun and good energy to the city.