Money
Hopes for more progress on pay equity from new PM
The Council of Trade Unions is hoping for further moves on pay equity from the incoming prime minister.
Chris Hipkins says his government will fix big issues such as the "inflation pandemic" hurting… Audio
Stats NZ figures show highest annual food price rise in decades
New food price figures have revealed how tough the Christmas grocery shop really was.
Stats NZ's latest report shows prices were 11.3 percent higher in December 2022 than they were in December 2021… Audio
More expensive fruit and vegetables feed into record food prices
Food prices have risen at their fastest annual rate in 32 years.
Households' finances being 'squeezed' on several fronts - bank
Households' finances are being squeezed on several fronts with more pain to come, a leading bank says. Audio
'Things are really tight for people' - Cost of living pressures dial up demand for food parcels
City missions across the country say people who have jobs but can't afford their ongoing costs are increasingly turning up for help.
Signs inflation coming off: When might interest rates drop?
Falling inflation overseas is boosting hopes that price rises may also be near a peak here and that the heat could start to come off interest rates later this year.
Man loses $40,000, banks warn to protect passwords
Bank customers beware is a frequent message this summer as New Zealanders are being warned to watch out for financial scams.
More pain at the checkout with rising food supply costs
New Zealanders seeking respite from cost of living pressures are unlikely to find any for many months yet.
A report from economic consultants Infometrics and Foodstuffs has found costs from suppliers… Audio
BNZ customer loses savings to a scam
Bank customers beware, that's a frequent message this summer as several organisations urge New Zealanders to watch out for financial scams.
But one BNZ customer who lost his savings says banks should… Audio
Cost of grocery supplies up in December 2022
Supermarkets are being forced to pay much more to stock their shelves, with the cost of grocery supplies up 10.6% in December compared to the previous year. The latest data comes from the… Audio
Cost of grocery supplies up in December 2022
Supermarkets are being forced to pay much more to stock their shelves, with the cost of grocery supplies up 10.6% in December compared to the previous year.
The latest data comes from the… Audio
Elon Musk's drop in fortunes breaks world record
Elon Musk has broken the world record for the largest loss of personal fortune in history.
'The country doesn't need this' - Growers warn of price spike after Hale
The price of fruit and vegetables could be set to spike because of the damage done to crops by Cyclone Hale.
Financial advisers urging NZers to pay back Christmas debts
Many of us are back at work this week - and worrying about paying our debts after the seasonal splurge on presents and holidays. Financial advisors say now's the time to pay what's owed, because… Audio
Hannah McQueen: How to get the Best out of your Money in 2023
It's a new year - which means, many of us have set new resolutions or perhaps money goals. It was a tough financial year for many - with rising mortgage rates, soaring food and petrol prices so how… Audio
How to get the best out of your money in 2023
It's a new year - which means, many of us have set new resolutions or perhaps money goals. Perlina talks to Hannah McQueen is a financial adviser, chartered accountant and founder of personal finance… Audio
Bakeries crack on despite egg shortage
Bakeries are starting the year in a scramble as the nationwide egg shortage shows no sign of easing. A ban on battery caged hens has left some supermarket shelves empty and prompted cartons to be… Audio
US regulators warn banks over cryptocurrency risks
The watchdogs told institutions to be wary of potential fraud, legal uncertainty and misleading disclosures.
Dwindling number of wealthy foreign investors applying for residency
Only three wealthy foreign investors have applied for residency since the government overhauled the rules last spring and they are in limbo.
Westpac to pay back overcharged customers, donate money to charity
A major bank has agreed to refund customers it accidentally overcharged for six years when paying their rates bills.
