Business
Data shows retailers faced a tough summer
New spending data out from Kiwibank shows things were tougher than usual for retailers over summer. Money correspondent Susan Edmunds spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss. Audio
Economy of two halves: What to expect in 2025
The economy is at a turning point after a bumpy 2024, but "storm clouds" are on the horizon as a global trade war threatens New Zealand. Audio
Cook Islands diaspora voice concerns over China deal
Cook Islanders based in New Zealand have joined the calls for more detail and transparency over the deal with China. Caleb Fotheringham has more. Audio
NZ Rugby taking legal action against INEOS
New Zealand Rugby is taking legal action against global petrochemical company INEOS over what it says is a breach of their sponsorship agreement. Sports reporter Joe Porter spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss. Audio
Westpac's chief economist on state of NZ economy
Westpac's chief economist says New Zealand's economy has begun to turn the corner after a tough 2024 and is expected to gradually strengthen. Kelly Eckhold spoke to Corin Dann. Audio
Early Business News for 12 February 2025
Latest news from Radio New Zealand's business team. Audio
Musk-led group bids US$97.4 billion for OpenAI
Elon Musk has long feuded with its chief executive Sam Altman, and has filed a number of legal complaints against him.
Land deal in controversial Canterbury waste-to-energy plant proposal falls over
A land deal as part of a controversial waste-to-energy plant proposal in South Canterbury has fallen over.
Labour inspectors checking for exploitation in Waikato businesses
Labour inspectors have been turning up unannounced at Waikato retail and hospitality businesses to check if workers are being exploited. Ten labour inspectors and an immigration team hit Hamilton on… Audio
Midday Business News for 11 February 2024
Midday Business News for 11 February 2024 Audio
Early Business News for 11 February 2025
Latest news from Radio New Zealand's business team. Audio
All Quiksilver, Billabong and Volcom stores will close in the US
Quiksilver, Billabong and Volcom, once a magnet for Millennials looking for surfer and skateboard-inspired clothing, are permanently closing all of their stores.
The Panel with Simon Wilson & Maddy Burgess Smith (Part 1)
Tonight on The Panel, Wallace Chapman and panellists Simon Wilson & Maddy Burgess Smith discuss: the new school lunches programme & changes to the residency by investment visa. Audio
Coffee prices set to rise as cost of beans hits record high - café owner
A Wellington café owner says its coffee prices will increase by up to 30 cents per cup before end of the month, as the wholesale price of coffee continues to rise. Audio
Midday Business News for 10 February 2025
Midday Business News for 10 February 2025 Audio
New visa rules target wealthy investors
New rules for so-called 'golden visas' attracting wealthy investors mean some people will only need to be in the country for one week a year to gain residency. RNZ business editor Gyles Beckford spoke… Audio
Visa changes 'going back to what worked' - immigration lawyer
Changes to the Active Investor Plus visa requirements are expected to meet pent-up demand from international investors, one group says.
