Business
Trump's trade war could spell bad news for NZ
After US President Donald Trump introduced tariffs on Mexico, Canada, and China one economist warns a potential trade war would have dire consequences for New Zealand exports. Audio
NZ exporters watch US closely after Trump introduces tariffs
New Zealand exporters are watching the US closely after Donald Trump introduced 25 percent tariffs on Mexico and Canada, and an additional 10 percent on Chinese goods. ExportNZ executive director… Audio
KiwiSaver shake-up's risks could outweigh the rewards
Analysis - The government has proposed changes to make it easier to invest in private assets. But does that come with dangers?
Early Business News for 3 February 2025
Latest news from Radio New Zealand's business team. Audio
Calling Home: Jordan Rondel
Jordan Rondel has baked cakes for some of the biggest names in the biz including the likes of Miley Cyrus, Margot Robbie, Flea, George Clinton, and Lorde. Audio
Experts pick stocks to watch in 2025
Despite this week's DeepSeek shakeup, commentators are picking a generally positive year for sharemarkets.
'Such an amazing shop': Arts and crafts fans lament closure of an institution
It's farewell but not a complete goodbye for a craft store, which is closing its doors after 45 years. Audio
Warehouse releases second collection of Te Reo Māori clothing range
The Warehouse has just launched its second collection of the popular Kia Kaha Te Reo Māori clothing range, after the first edition sold out in minutes, ahead of te Wiki o te reo Māori last year. Māori… Audio
Forest and Bird on govt's mining strategy
The government has launched its final mining strategy on Friday morning, increasing the number of minerals it considers critical to New Zealand from 35 to 37. Forest and Bird chief executive Nicola… Audio
Consumer confidence drops back into negative territory
Consumers have joined businesses with a downbeat start to the year, feeling less secure financially and more negative about spending.
Donald Trump's plans will mean a tough year for business - consultant
The US President's sweeping economic changes are going to make 2025 a rough one for businesses.
Anti-mining group label Shane Jones 'Trumpian'
Catherine Delhunty, the former Green MP and current chair of the Coromandel Watchdog of Hauraki, thinks Resources Minister Shane Jones is being "Trumpian" ahead of releasing the government's minerals… Audio
Minerals West Coast Trust on govt's Minerals Strategy
When Resources Minister Shane Jones unveils the government's much-anticipated Minerals Strategy and Critical Minerals List, Patrick Phelps from the Minerals West Coast Trust will be hanging on to… Audio
Early Business News for 31 January 2025
Latest news from Radio New Zealand's business team. Audio
