Business
Would you leave your shopping to AI?
How we shop could be about to change dramatically, thanks to an AI innovation. Agentic AI can give recommendations and complete commercial transactions on your behalf - without you ever having to… Audio
Midday Business News for 18 February 2026
The latest news from RNZ's business team. Audio
Morning market update
The latest market updates and news from RNZ's business team. Audio
Warner Bros Discovery backs Netflix merger while reopening Paramount talks
Warner Bros Discovery wants to hear Paramount's "best and final proposal" for the media company, and is opening a brief window for discussions about a bid.
The wine maker's bad luck
Too many grapes, international headwinds and a dramatic drop in drinkers is proving problematic for our wine producers
The wine industry headache
Too many grapes, international headwinds and a dramatic drop in drinkers is proving problematic for our wine producers Audio
Evening business for 17 February 2026
News from the business sector, including a market report. Audio
Midday Business News for 17 February 2026
The latest news from RNZ's business team. Audio
Business commentator Nicholas Pointon
Early financial reports indicate corporate New Zealand remains in robust health. Audio
The price of house insurance is dropping for some - others can't get it at all
Aucklanders may finally be getting some relief on their insurance premiums - but the same cannot be said for Wellington and Christchurch.
Queen's Arcade set for royal transformation
One of Auckland's oldest commercial families is spending $5 million to transform the historic Queen's Arcade into a high-end retail and wellbeing hub. Ian Wright is the property manager and… Audio
How much do you really need to retire early?
You've probably heard the warnings about retirement, but what if you want out early?
Retail confidence improves, but some shops are scaling back
Retail New Zealand says confidence is on the up, but some shops are scaling back their targets as they prepare for a slow recovery. Retail NZ chief executive Carolyn Young spoke to Corin Dann. Audio
Morning market update
The latest market updates and news from RNZ's business team. Audio
Business owners welcome Eden Park changes
Business owners near Eden Park are welcoming the easing of event restrictions at the stadium. Steve Gillett, owns the Kingslander pub and is chair of the Kingsland Business Association. He spoke to… Audio
Our trade deal with India, explained
It hasn't been ratified yet but the terms of New Zealand's free trade deal with India have been agreed on, even though the details are somewhat mysterious
The winners and losers from the India trade deal
It hasn't been ratified yet but the terms of New Zealand's free trade deal with India have been agreed on, even though the details are somewhat mysterious. Audio
