Economy
'Decent economic growth' as manufacturing expands - survey
The manufacturing sector's turnaround continued into the new year as firms recorded growth in new orders and production.
KiwiSaver managers under pressure as hardship applications spike
Inland Revenue data showed there were 10,000 more withdrawals for hardship reasons in 2025 than for a first home.
Morning markets update
The latest market updates and news from RNZ's business team. Audio
Salvation Army NZ calls on govt to increase food aid
The Salvation Army NZ is warning that families are starving and is calling on the Government to urgently increase food aid. Audio
The geography of personal tax
Infometrics chief executive Brad Olsen joins Emile Donovan to explain the regional variations in tax takes. Audio
Evening business for 12 February 2026
News from the business sector, including a market report. Audio
Reserve Bank review originally supposed to be completed by March
The review into RBNZ's monetary policy decisions during the Covid-19 pandemic is now set to be published in September.
Midday Report Essentials for Thursday 12 February 2026
New numbers out this morning paint a picture of a strengthening economy, but Labour isn't convinced and says the government is trying to distract from its poor economic performance by playing… Audio
Labour says govt playing politics with Reserve Bank inquiry
New numbers out this morning paint a picture of a strengthening economy, but Labour isn't convinced and says the government is trying to distract from its economic performance by playing politics with… Audio
'Event, cleanup, event, cleanup': Businesses want long-term solutions
The region is becoming less attractive for future investors due to a lack of certainty and resilience, a Gisborne business leader says. Audio
Government launches review into Reserve Bank Covid-19 response
The opposition is questioning the timing of the government's independent review into New Zealand's monetary policy response to the Covid-19 pandemic. Former Reserve Bank economist Michael Reddell… Audio
Westpac overview points to more positive outlook
The latest Westpac Economic Overview is pointing to a more positive outlook for the New Zealand economy. It shows growth and employment are picking up, confidence is rising, and household spending is… Audio
Westpac overview points to more positive outlook
The latest Westpac Economic Overview is pointing to a more positive outlook for the New Zealand economy. It shows growth and employment are picking up, confidence is rising, and household spending is… Audio
Economist predicts firmer footing for NZ in 2026
The economic outlook is looking increasingly positive with rising confidence, solid exports and low short-term interest rates, according to a major bank's first quarter economic overview.
Evening business for 11 February 2026
News from the business sector, including a market report. Audio
