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Southeast Asian crypto exchange Zipmex suspends withdrawals
Southeast Asia-focused cryptocurrency exchange Zipmex has suspended withdrawals, the company said in a tweet on Wednesday night, with an executive of its Thai affiliate citing liquidity difficulties…
Petrol prices dropping slowly after crude oil prices lower
Questions are being asked about the sluggish drop in fuel prices following a slump falls in the cost of crude oil.
While the cost of petrol at the pump is gradually going down the price of diesel… Audio
Beneficiary advocate on rising cost of living
Many families across Aotearoa are struggling with rising fuel prices and more expensive food.
It was announced on Monday inflation had hit 7.3 percent.
Nelson-based beneficiary advocate Kay Brereton… Audio
Union and business representative on latest inflation numbers
Opposition parties are calling on the government to attack record high inflation by cutting spending, regulatory bottlenecks, and taxes and they're keen to make it an election decider next year.
… Audio
ANZ online and app services restored after being down for an hour
Attempts to log onto ANZ Bank's goMoney app left some customers in a quandry as online and app services were down for an hour.
Wellington bar launches 'Cost of Living Burger'
Inflation is running red hot. Rent, groceries, petrol, and more. But don't despair, Wellington's Welsh Dragon Bar has created the Cost of Living Burger.
It is less than $10, but there's hope people… Video, Audio
Diversity within financial services industry could benefit women KiwiSavers - advocacy group
Data collected by Women in Super indicates that 92 percent of the key personnel associated with KiwiSaver funds are male.
Australia PM faces pressure to reinstate Covid-19 quarantine pay amid fresh wave
Anthony Albanese will meet with federal and state leaders as he faces pressure to reinstate compensation pay for casual workers forced to isolate.
Inflation set to reach highest level in 30 years
Hang on to your wallet, inflation is set to nudge through 7 percent to its highest level in more than 30 years.
Christchurch stadium: Pressure will fall on next council to work out finances
The new stadium could see rates rise by $144 per year but some councillors believe they could soften the blow by asking neighbouring councils to chip in, selling assets or reprioritising other… Audio
Infometrics expecting inflation to stick around a while
New Zealand's economy is in the midst of a major slowdown, but it could narrowly avoid a recession thanks to the revival of the tourism sector, according to new forecasts.
Inflation is running hot… Audio
Your Money with Mary Holm
Today Mary Holm answers questions from listeners who're concerned about their Kiwisaver balances going down and when they should consider changing out their funds. Audio
Employment advocates charging people who lost jobs
Some people who have lost their jobs are being crippled by unexpected and exorbitant fees charged by their employment advocates.
These advocates use no-win, no-fee contracts, failing to state up… Audio
Reserve Bank raises official cash rate by 50 basis points to 2.5 percent
The Reserve Bank has raised the official cash rate to a six-year high and promised more rises until it gets inflation under control.
Mortgage broker on predicted Official Cash Rate rise
Home loan interest rates are likely to rise after a predicted rise in the official cash rate this afternoon.
The OCR is widely expected to rise by 50 points, to 2.5 percent.
Mortgage advisor Bruce… Audio
Another official cash rate rise to hit home loans
Families on tight budgets could come under even more pressure if the Official Cash Rate rises again tomorrow.
The Reserve Bank is widely expected to raise the OCR by half a percent to 2.5 percent -… Audio
'Cost of living is out of control': Reserve Bank expected to raise OCR
Households on tight budgets could come under even more pressure if the official cash rate rises again tomorrow.
Single mothers struggling with food insecurity
A University of Otago study has found a significant struggle for solo mothers feeding their families. Audio
How to have a healthy conversation about money
Conflicts easily arise between couples because of different attitudes towards and feelings about money, says financial planner Liz Koh. She shares tips for starting up a healthy financial… Audio
'This is their way of trying to restrain economic growth': OCR likely to rise to 2.5 percent
The Reserve Bank is set to make it three in a row this Wednesday - a half a percentage point increase in the official cash rate (OCR) in a replay of its May decision.
