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ASB blames new credit act for refusing some loan applications
ASB Bank wants rapid changes to the "prescriptive" new rules of the Credit Contracts and Consumer Finance Act.
Food price hikes not showing signs of slowing down - experts
Has that grocery bill got your eyebrows raised, maybe you've even uttered a few expletives? You're not alone.
Prices are continuing to rise, up 4.5 percent for the year to December 2021. Some… Video, Audio
Midday Business News for 9 February 2022
News from the business sector, including a market report with Anan Zaki. Audio
Rural Support Trusts welcome funding boost to help sector plan for Omicron
The funding is aimed at bolstering the resources of Rural Support Trusts and other organisations to help them respond to Covid-19 cases.
Innovation necessary for sustainable financial future - Reserve Bank governor
Reserve Bank Governor Adrian Orr says the future of money and cash is at a "crossroad" and innovation is necessary to build a sustainable future.
Luxon calls for Auckland fuel tax to be scrapped as prices rise
The National Party is calling for the regional fuel tax in Auckland to be scrapped to give motorists some relief in the face of skyrocketing prices.
Midday Business News for 8 February 2022
News from the business sector with Gyles Beckford, including a market report and the latest on Tiwai Point. Audio
Tonga: How an internet blackout left many desperate for money
The telecommunications breakdown caused by Tonga's volcanic eruption and tsunami cut off a vital source of funds to Tongans at a time when they needed it most.
Midday Business News for 4 February 2022
News from the business sector, including a market report. Audio
Investors can expect some healthy returns despite 'muted outlook'
Investment funds are expected to deliver good returns over the coming year, despite rising inflation and interest rates.
Midday Business News for 3 February 2022
News from the business sector, including a market report. Audio
Controversial lending rules under investigation
Controversial new lending rules designed to protect borrowers from high-cost loans and unaffordable debt have been roundly criticised for forcing banks to take an overly zealous approach to consumer… Audio
Inflation putting upward pressure on interest rates
New data out today points to a tough start for Borrowers in 2022, with increased upward pressure on interest rates. Principal Economist and Director Brad OIsen to find out what's going on. Audio
Midday Business News for 2 February 2022
News from the business sector, including a market report. Audio
What should be done to support NZ's low-income households?
There is no doubt life is becoming much more expensive in New Zealand as inflation hits a three-decade high. The question will be how we support those lower-income households most disadvantaged by…
Midday Business News for 1 February 2022
News from the business sector, including a market report. Audio
Report highlights slow pace of taxpayer funded infrastructure scheme
Just over one-in-ten of the shovel ready infrastructure projects approved by government in 2020 have been completed.
Events industry dreading bills as cancellations bite
Summer events are being quickly cancelled as Omicron creeps into the community - prompting fears some businesses won't survive the red light.
The government's offering some help to those who've had… Video, Audio
Kiwi Wealth sale possibility being explored
State-owned financial services firm Kiwi Group Holdings is exploring selling fund management company Kiwi Wealth, Australian media say.
The Panel with Heather Roy and Raf Manji (part 1)
Panellists Heather Roy and Raf Manji discuss school preparedness in the face of omicron and calls for the minimum wage to increase amid rising living costs. Audio
