Money
Reserve Bank announcements
The Reserve Bank has announced a range of measures to support New Zealand's financial system. Audio
NZ, Australian dollars in freefall
The New Zealand dollar has been battered this afternoon, falling to an 11-year-low as it was caught up in the global selloff by investors seeking safety.
Call for UBI in NZ to ride out global depression
New Zealand should introduce a universal basic income in line with the national superannuation scheme, financial journalist Bernard Hickey says. Audio
Reaction to Govt's Covid business bail-out package
The Govt unveiled a 12.1 billion dollar package to combat Covid 19 yesterday. It is an unprecedented stimulus package ... more than the total of all three budgets new operating spending in this term… Audio
Reserve Bank to make an announcement this morning
The Reserve Bank looks set to announce an emergency rate cut.
The central bank has said it will make an announcement at eight o'clock this morning with a news conference later in the morning.
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Covid-19: Kiwis more concerned about impact on economy than health
A recent survey shows New Zealanders are more concerned about the financial losses from Covid-19 than they are about the impact of the coronavirus to their health. Audio
US House leaders unveil financial package, including free coronavirus tests
Democrats in the US House of Representatives have unveiled proposals to help Americans affected by the Covid-19 coronavirus outbreak, including free testing for anyone who requires it.
Your Money with Mary Holm
Financial author and journalist Mary Holm is back for her fortnightly money chat. Audio
UK cuts rates
The Bank of England has become the latest central bank to cut rates in response to the virus outbreak. Audio
Kiwisaver investments taking a hammering as markets react
Kiwisaver and other investments are taking a hammering after the markets were spooked by coronavirus. Financial advisor Martin Hawes talks about what can be done with the funds. Audio
Global market volatility hits KiwiSaver funds
Global market volatility has hurt investments worldwide and resulted in shocks for many KiwiSaver investors.
For those looking at their savings online yesterday, there were some big drops in value.
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Where has all the March 15 money gone?
Millions of dollars from around the world were poured into funds for the victims of the March 15 mosque attacks - where has it ended up? Audio
Covid-19: Orr rules out 'kneejerk' economic reaction
The Reserve Bank is preparing a toolkit of unconventional monetary policies to deal with the economic impact of the Covid-19 coronavirus, but says there is no need to use them at the moment.
International markets have tanked on coronavrius fears
Economist Michael Reddell joins The Panel to discuss the finanical implications of the coronavirus outbreak and what can be done to mitigate its implications for New Zealand's economy. Audio
Wage subsidies in govt's Covid-19 business rescue plan
Targeted wage subsidies are on the cards as the government looks to bolster the economy in the face of the fallout from Covid-19.
BNZ has warned New Zealand's risk of a recession is building by the… Audio
Loot boxes - a door to gambling for gamers
Loot Boxes are the video version of bubble gum cards - you buy them while gaming, without knowing what prize you're going to get. But critics say they're opening a door for children to gamble. Audio
US Correspondent: 'Presidency race picture troubling'
Elizabeth Warren quit the Democratic presidential race this week, leaving Joe Biden (77) and Bernie Sanders (78) as the last major contenders battling Donald Trump (73). Karen Kasler wonders when the… Audio
Calling Home: Claire Harvey in Palau
Claire Harvey only intended to be in Palau for 12 months when she accepted the role of President of the National Development Bank of Palau. She's Calling Home this morning from her base on Palau's… Audio
Rent cuts planned for tenants in capital's social housing
Half of Wellington City Council's social housing tenants could be in for a rent cut if policy changes are approved.
Most people get financial advice from friends and family
People are more likely to take financial advice from their friends and family then seek out professional advice. Audio
