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The SME StreamThe SME Stream Weekly Wrap - 30th October
As business owners, you know how hard it is keeping up with your business, let alone the news. Join Wilhelmina O'Keeffe each week as she gives you a rundown of…
The SME Stream'High' chance of OCR hike in December, RBNZ boss tells Ryan Bridge - Thu 29 Oct
The Monetary Policy Committee voted to hold the OCR at 2.75% See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The SME StreamThe hidden cost of turning up to work unwell - Thu 29 Oct
Southern Cross Chief Sales and Marketing Officer Regan Savage on how employers can better support workplace health. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy…
The SME StreamAI agents: The next big leap for Kiwi businesses - Thu 29 Oct
Salesforce's Richard Phillimore-Smith explains how AI agents could transform Kiwi businesses, lift productivity and move beyond chatbots. See…
The SME StreamOCR, Fed and UK Budget: What investors need to know - Thu 29 Oct
Forsyth Barr's Zoe Wallis breaks down the latest OCR and Fed decisions, the UK Budget and what the big economic calls mean for investors and markets. See…
The SME StreamBridget Snelling: Xero Country Manager on small businesses' year-on-year sales rising 5.6% in the September quarter
Promising signs for small businesses, even in a shaky economy. A Xero Small Business Insights report shows sales rose 5.6% year-on-year in the September…
The SME StreamBreaking down KPI's that actually work
Mike and Scott get into the metric every business owner loves to hate: KPIs. They break down why most businesses pick the wrong ones, and introduce the…
The SME StreamEpisode 73: Host of The Country, Jamie MacKay
The farming sector is in a cyclical boomtime at the moment and we’re all hoping it will continue forever. But we’re not hearing a lot from our…
The SME StreamMeet the government’s new tech boss
Two days into the job, Roman Reyhani was confronting a $231 million question: how does New Zealand turn clever science into businesses that deliver lasting…
The SME StreamSandy Gibbs - Tribe | CVs, Interviews & What Great HR Leadership Looks Like
HR professionals spend their careers helping other people develop, prepare for opportunities and navigate change. But how good are they at doing the same for…
The SME StreamMy 3 Tricks to Reprogram Your Mind for Success
What if the biggest thing holding you back isn't your circumstances, your experience or your resources, but the way you think? Your mindset influences…
The SME StreamDr Anna Breman: Reserve Bank Governor on the decision to hold the Official Cash Rate, possible future hikes
The Reserve Bank is keeping a close eye on several factors as it weighs up whether to hike the Official Cash Rate before Christmas. The Monetary Policy…
The SME StreamThe Country 28/10/26: Christopher Luxon talks to Jamie Mackay
The Prime Minister comments on the OCR, the One News poll, Chloe Swarbrick as Finance Minister, and why true-blue National Party supporters should not split…
The SME StreamBrisbane Olympics open doors for Kiwi businesses - Wed 28 Oct
Jodie Shipway, Deputy Mayor of Moreton Bay, on the business opportunities for Kiwi firms as Queensland gears up for the Brisbane 2032 Olympics. See…
The SME StreamRetailers pin hopes on Christmas sales - Wed 28 Oct
Carolyn Young, Retail NZ CE, on the challenges facing retailers, hiring pressures and what it will take to deliver a strong Christmas trading season. See…
The SME StreamNicola Willis: Finance Minister on the Reserve Bank's decision to hold the OCR
The Reserve Bank's surprise decision to keep the OCR on hold has had an immediate impact on the already weak New Zealand dollar. The Kiwi's had its biggest…
The SME StreamAnna Breman: Reserve Bank Governor on why the Reserve Bank kept the OCR on hold at 2.75 percent
The Reserve Bank Governor is defending voting to keep the Official Cash Rate unchanged for another six weeks. Three members of the Monetary Policy Committee…
The SME StreamKim Mundy: ASB Chief Economist previews today's Official Cash Rate decision
The Reserve Bank could have its hands full over the next few months, with inflation still stuck at elevated levels. Economists are predicting the Monetary…
The SME StreamJenee Tibshraeny: NZ Herald Wellington business editor on how the OCR announcement will impact mortgages
The Reserve Bank moved to keep the OCR on hold today, surprising experts who were expecting an increase. The Monetary Policy Committee voted four votes to…
The SME StreamRemy Wisenberg: Milford Asset Management expert on the market reactions to the OCR being kept on hold
The Reserve Bank moved to keep the OCR on hold, and it caused a stir among financial experts. The markets had priced in a 95 percent chance that the cash rate…
The SME StreamPerspective with Heather du Plessis-Allan: Here's why holding the OCR in place was the right move
It is fair to say the overwhelming reaction to the Reserve Bank's decision to hold the OCR was surprise and, in some cases, shock. Everyone thought the Reserve…
The SME StreamIRD takes a firm line on tax debt, naming companies with large unpaid bills - Wed 28 Oct
Sounds like punching down, but those paying their tax on time compete with those using unpaid tax as working capital. Garth Bray 2degrees Business wrap. See…
The SME StreamThe recovery our small businesses are still waiting for
Parts of the economy are picking up, but many shops, cafés and restaurants are still waiting for customers to return. With Tamsyn Parker away, Business…
The SME StreamThe Country 27/10/26: Cameron Bagrie talks to Jamie Mackay
Independent economist previews tomorrow’s OCR announcement, where a .25% rise is on the cards. Plus, do we have an issue with our exchange rate? See…
The SME StreamRyan Bridge: OCR hike looms as inflation rises - Tue 27 Oct
Odds are on we'll get another hike to the OCR tomorrow. It's not great timing for a Coalition government trying to get elected when cost of living is the…
The SME StreamWestpac Chief Economist Kelly Eckhold previews OCR result - Tue 27 Oct
Westpac forecasts an OCR 25-basis-point increase to 3%. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The SME StreamBusiness update with Garth Bray - Tue 27 Oct
With thanks to Forsyth Barr See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The SME StreamSarah Meikle - All India Permit Tours | A new chapter: turning a passion into a business
Today on the podcast, I speak with Sarah Meikle, founder of All India Permit Tours, a specialist travel business creating small group tours and tailor-made…
The SME StreamDeepika Jindal | Job Crafting, Political Skill & the Future of HR
A job description might tell you what a role is supposed to be. It does not necessarily tell you how somebody actually lives that role. In this episode of HR…
The SME StreamWhat would a better KiwiSaver actually look like?
Could a $5,000 investment at birth help set every New Zealander up for retirement? Nadine Higgins speaks to Fraser Whineray about his KiwiSaver 2.0 proposal…
The SME Stream6 Lessons I Learnt to build a million dollar business
What does it really take to build a million-dollar business? And what are the lessons you only learn by actually doing it? I've built businesses across…
The SME StreamNicola Willis: National Finance Spokesperson on the party's plan for first 100 days of re-election
National's unveiled a 26 point plan for its first 100 days if re-elected. The first pledge will be introducing KiwiSaver changes to parliament, including…
The SME StreamInflation eases, but rate relief uncertain - Fri 23 Oct
Economist Tony Alexander analyses easing inflation, rising petrol prices and what the latest figures mean for interest rates, households and businesses. See…
The SME Stream'It's going to really hurt': How will the Reserve Bank respond to inflation? - Fri 23 Oct
'It's going to really hurt': How will the Reserve Bank respond to inflation? - Fri 23 Oct See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The SME StreamThe SME Stream Weekly Wrap - 23rd October
As business owners, you know how hard it is keeping up with your business, let alone the news. Join Wilhelmina O'Keeffe each week as she gives you a rundown of…
The SME StreamLiam Dann: NZ Herald Business Editor at Large on the inflation rate easing to 3.7% in the September quarter
Inflation is still much higher than it should be, largely because of high global oil prices. Stats NZ data shows the rate's now on 3.7%, down from 4.1% three…
The SME StreamKelvin Davidson: Cotality Chief Property Economist on how property investment may evolve as the market remains largely subdued
We may be at a turning point when it comes to property investment. Cotality data shows residential property is worth $1.66 trillion and still accounts for more…
The SME StreamBarbara Edmonds: Labour's Finance Spokesperson on CPI falling to 3.7%
Inflation's eased up slightly - but it's also become more persistent and widespread. The official inflation rate has fallen in the past three months - from 4.1…
The SME StreamNicola Willis: Finance Minister and National's Finance Spokesperson on inflation easing to 3.7% in September quarter, plans to deal with it
National and Labour are offering quite different solutions to persistently high inflation. Headline inflation's eased back to 3.7%, but some economists say it…
The SME StreamSimon Bridges: Auckland Business Chamber CEO on the Mood of the Boardroom weeks out from the election
Auckland Business Chamber CEO Simon Bridges says politically, the Mood of the Boardroom shows a "tactical draw" between National and Labour. The survey of…
The SME StreamLouise Saviker: Student Job Search CEO on the increase in job seekers being asked to submit videos
New reports indicate more young job seekers are being asked to submit short videos - alongside the traditional tailored CV, cover letter and filled-in…
The SME StreamJohn Pask: Business NZ Chief Economist on domestically-driven inflation rising while annual inflation eases to 3.7%
Inflation appears to have become more embedded in the economy. Latest Stats NZ figures show the annual inflation rate's eased to 3.7%, down from 4.1% three…
The SME StreamFinding out more about Scott
This ep the focus gets thrown on Scott. Mike asks him about his own life story - starting off from early days, going through a door-to-door sales grind to…
The SME StreamFiona Hewitt - Unboxable | Future Fluency, Workforce Design & the Evolution of HR
The future of work is already happening. So how should HR respond? In this episode of HR Unlocked, Lisa Oakley speaks with Fiona Hewitt, Founder and Managing…
The SME StreamAndfoods: Beans, cream and kitchen dreams
Andfoods isn’t trying to win the plant-based food battle in the supermarket aisle. It wants raving fans in Asia’s busiest kitchens. The New Zealand…
The SME StreamSilver anniversary, golden results for NZ Super Fund - Tue 20 Oct
After 25 years, NZ Super Fund now sitting on $94.35 billion, including $3.3b of Nvidia shares. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The SME StreamRetail still weak as services sector recovery gathers pace - Tue 20 Oct
Wealth Watch with Generate. Greg Smith on retail’s ongoing weakness and what the latest services and manufacturing data mean for investors. See…
The SME StreamMike Jones: BNZ Chief Economist on inflation
A warning we could see some more nasty inflation spikes before the year is out. Stats NZ is releasing the inflation data for the three months to September just…
The SME StreamKelly Eckhold: Westpac Chief Economist on the expectation inflation will ease to 3.7%
The Reserve Bank will be looking under the hood of inflation numbers today as it weighs up interest rate hikes. Stats NZ is releasing its latest inflation data…
The SME StreamJenee Tibshraeny: NZ Herald Wellington Business Editor on Milford Asset Management's performance hit against competitors
KiwiSaver provider Milford Asset Management’s performance has been lagging compared to its competitors in recent times. In the year to September, its…
The SME StreamCould compulsory KiwiSaver leave some people poorer?
Inflation could fall in the latest figures, but rising fuel costs are already threatening another squeeze on household budgets. Could more interest rate hikes…
The SME StreamIndia’s doors are open. Can NZ exporters get in?
Today's the day New Zealand's landmark free trade agreement with India enters into force. The deal creates new opportunities for our exporters with one of…
The SME StreamBrad Olsen: Infometrics Principal Economist on the NZ Superannuation Fund posting a return of 14.17%
Our Superannuation fund is seeing great returns, but growth is still needed for the long term. The 25-year-old fund is now worth $94.35 billion dollars…
The SME StreamCarolyn Young: Retail NZ Chief Executive says retailers are celebrating a Police crackdown crime
Retailers are celebrating the Police crackdown on retail crime. Annual Ministry of Justice data to June, shows record-high finalised charges for theft from a…
The SME StreamSteve Watt: Police Association President on retail crime charges more than tripling compared to 2022
The Police Association is highlighting that retail crime is falling amidst rising related charges. Annual Ministry of Justice data to June shows record-high…
The SME StreamClaire George - Sport NZ | Leadership & Better Workplaces in Sport
How do you build People & Culture capability when you're supporting more than 150 organisations, all with different structures, resources, challenges, and…
The SME StreamKiwiSaver: Ride out the volatility or switch? - Mon 19 Oct
ANZ Investments Head of Asset Allocation Christian Carrillo on market volatility, rising interest rates and AI risks and what it means for KiwiSaver. See…
The SME StreamMarket outlook: Cost of insuring AI-linked debt is climbing - Mon 19 Oct
Forsyth Barr's Aaron Ibbotson says investor faith in AI is on shaky ground, and what to watch from the markets this week. See omnystudio.com/listener for…
The SME StreamInside the 2026 Mood of the Boardroom - Mon 19 Oct
Fran O’Sullivan, Herald Business commentator reveals what’s top of mind for business leaders in this year’s Mood of the Boardroom. See…
The SME StreamManufacturing a recovery: more jobs, more tourists - Mon 19 Oct
Performance of manufacturing index shows world-leading form; Auckland International Airport set for a strong summer season. See omnystudio.com/listener for…