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The SME StreamAre investors too reliant on AI tech? - Wed 15 Jul
Brad Gordon from Forsyth Barr joins the show See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The SME StreamCan business pass on costs as Reserve Bank warns? - Wed 15 Jul
A lot of the companies we talk to are having to cut their cloth to fit instead of simply lifting prices. Matthew Goodson from Salt Funds Management. See…
The SME StreamJeremy Hutton: Milford Asset Management expert on the listed retirement sector struggling in 2026
Recent reports indicate the listed retirement sector in New Zealand has continued to struggle in 2026. Share market expectations were high in the new year, but…
The SME StreamJenee Tibshraeny: NZ Herald Wellington business editor on the warning for homeowners potentially impacted by natural hazards
Home owners are being warned their insurance claims could be declined if their local councils deem their properties to be at risk of natural hazards. According…
The SME StreamInflation looks sticky to RBNZ, but are businesses really passing on costs? - Wed 15 Jul
RBNZ data shows price hikes smaller and more frequent now. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The SME StreamChris Wilkinson: First Retail Group Managing Director on sluggish retail spending
Belief sluggish retail spending is a reminder retailers need to stick to the basics. Stats NZ says core retail spending last month was only 0.4 percent higher…
The SME StreamIt's not price-hiking it's how we're price-hiking. Garth Bray 2degrees Business - Wed 15 Jul
The central bank says when firms see inflation above 3%, they respond by adding more fuel to that fire, leading to further OCR hikes to rein it in. See…
The SME StreamWhy mortgage rates don’t follow the OCR
The OCR has risen, but does that automatically mean your mortgage rate will rise with it? Economist and commentator Bernard Hickey explains what really drives…
The SME StreamThe Country 09/07/26: Ben Picton talks to Hamish McKay
Rabobank’s Sydney-based senior strategist, global economics and markets, on the Reserve Bank’s OCR hike and its implications for inflation…
The SME StreamSam Dickie: Fisher Funds expert on Microsoft cutting over 4,000 jobs as a result of AI
Microsoft is cutting 4800 jobs - about two percent of its global workforce - in a sweeping restructure. Most cuts are part of a restructure of its struggling…
The SME Stream'Indian PM Modi's visit When will NZ businesses see trade deal benefits Thur 8 Jul
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The SME StreamTodd McClay: Trade Minister comments on Modi's visit, trade expectations set by FTA
Trade Minister Todd McClay's praising the success of the Indian Prime Minister's weekend visit. Narendra Modi swept through Auckland on Saturday off the back…
The SME StreamLarge number of NZ organisations depend on access to LLMs Thur 8 Jul
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The SME StreamWhere is the US market heading by the end of 2026 Thur 8 Jul
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The SME StreamEdwin Paul: India Business Council Chair on Narendra Modi's visit to New Zealand
Narendra Modi's visit has added further impetus to the excitement surrounding the Indian market. India's Prime Minister attended a series of business…
The SME StreamAlan McDonald: EMA Advocate wants greater security for manufacturing businesses, election outcome irrelevant
The Employers and Manufacturers Association is pushing for a bipartisan approach to business policy ahead of the election. The EMA wants greater certainty for…
The SME StreamRyan Bridge- Don't dash to bash the Reserve Bank yet Thur 8 Jul
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The SME Stream'What is neutral for the official cash rate 2degrees Business wrap - Thur 8 Jul
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The SME StreamThe SME Stream Weekly Wrap - 10 July
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 StreamUnworkable: the teen social media ban
The National Party is aiming to introduce legislation for its proposed social media ban for under‑16s before November’s election. The move, replicating a…
The SME StreamCath Lomax - Southern Cross - Chief People & Strategy Officer | Building Capability for the Future
What does it take to lead people, strategy, and transformation in an environment of constant change? In this episode of HR Unlocked, Lisa Oakley sits down with…
The SME StreamThe Country 08/07/26: Christopher Luxon talks to Hamish McKay
The Prime Minister discusses Marsden Point fuel security, South Island flood recovery and Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s historic visit. He also…
The SME StreamAnna Breman: Reserve Bank Governor on the decision to raise the Official Cash Rate to 2.5%
The Reserve Bank Governor doesn't want to hinder New Zealand's economic recovery any more than she needs to. Anna Breman has confirmed the first OCR hike in…
The SME StreamThe Huddle: Did the OCR need to go up after all?
Tonight on The Huddle, Phil O'Reilly from Iron Duke Partners and NZ Herald senior correspondent Katie Bradford joined in on a discussion about the following…
The SME StreamNicola Willis: Finance Minister on the OCR rise, petrol prices rising due to the US-Iran strikes resuming
The Finance Minister's again reiterating the volatility of oil prices as fighting resumes between the US and Iran. US President Donald Trump's declared the…
The SME StreamCalls for a major rethink of how New Zealand supports its smallest businesses | Wed 8 Jul
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The SME StreamAnna Breman: Reserve Bank Governor explains why OCR increase was necessary
The Reserve Bank Governor says Kiwis will ultimately benefit from today's OCR hike - the first in more than three years. The cash rate has been raised to 2.5…
The SME Stream'Global dairy trade prices took a dive overnight with overall index down 4.9% | Wed 8 Jul
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The SME StreamJenee Tibshraeny: NZ Herald Wellington business editor on the concerns raised over NZ employment contracts
People are not moving between jobs as seamlessly as they should in a productive economy, thanks to overly restrictive employment contracts. This is the…
The SME StreamBiggest fall in two years for dairy export prices | Wed 8 Jul
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The SME StreamIs New Zealand finally through the worst?
There are signs of optimism in the New Zealand economy, but are we ready to believe in the recovery? Liam Dann and Tamsyn Parker look at the latest economic…
The SME StreamHow the oil shock is keeping the OCR guessing game alive
All eyes are on the Reserve Bank this week, as it prepares to make its latest call on the Official Cash Rate. Just weeks ago, a hike looked likely. But as…
The SME StreamEXCLUSIVE: Billionaire Guy Haddleton - No to data centres, yes to CGT | Tue 7 Jul
In an exclusive interview from Rome, Guy Haddleton tells Ryan Bridge about his plan for NZ properity. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The SME StreamThe Country 07/07/26: Nathan Guy talks to Hamish McKay
New Zealand’s special agricultural trade envoy says efforts to expand the country’s trade links are good news for exporters. See…
The SME StreamEncouraging More Women-Led Businesses - Westpac economic report | Tue 7 Jul
Westpac report says removing barriers for women-led businesses could add up to $10 billion a year to NZ’s GDP. Cat Feaunati, Westpac NZ Head of Business…
The SME StreamGlobal markets show strong resilience after geopolitical shakes | Tue 7 Jul
With second quarter earnings season getting underway, what’s top of mind for investors right now? Roger Garrett from Craigs Investment Partners. See…
The SME StreamHoliday spending up as petrol prices fall; ComCom warns on supplier deals | Tue 7 Jul
ANZ card spending data flat for June, lifting over 12 months; ComCom putting more resources into enforcing rules and penalties for grocery supply deals. See…
The SME StreamStephen Toplis: BNZ Head of Research on the bank expecting a 25 basis point increase to the OCR
It's thought another split vote could be on the cards for today's OCR decision. The Reserve Bank will announce its decision at 2pm. BNZ Head of Research…
The SME StreamJennifer Mills: Employment specialist on the OECD study raising concerns about the number of jobs covered by restraints of trade
There's concern around restraint of trades being cut and pasted across all levels of the workforce. A new OECD study reveals 43% of the country's employees are…
The SME StreamTing Huang: NZIER Senior Economist on economists spilt over whether OCR will rise or stay put
There's division over whether the Official Cash Rate will be hiked or hold steady at 2.25 percent. ANZ and BNZ are both picking it will be raised by 25 points…
The SME StreamWe have a gap in the books – a deficit of around 2% of GDP – about $9b | Tue 7 Jul
Perhaps the greatest, fairest and most sustainable option is helping roughly half the population do better in business.' Garth Bray 2degrees Business. See…
The SME StreamMatthew Dearing - Edwards Sluiters - Senior Associate | Leading Through High-Stakes Workplace Issues
What happens when a serious workplace issue lands on your desk and everyone is looking to you for answers? In this episode of HR Unlocked, Lisa Oakley sits…
The SME StreamInside National's pitch to double exports and target new markets
National has unveiled an ambitious new trade pitch, promising to pursue New Zealand’s “next billion customers”. The party says it’s all…
The SME Stream(#107) The Life and Money Advice I Would Give My Younger Self (That Nobody Told Me)
This is the conversation I wish someone had sat me down and had with me when I was starting out. I cover the four things that actually change the trajectory of…
The SME StreamThe Country 06/07/26: David Seymour talks to Hamish McKay
The Deputy Prime Minister on the importance of trade deals for New Zealand. Plus, would Act work with The Opportunity Party, and what happened with school…
The SME StreamNicola Willis: Finance Minister on the Government's goal to double exports by the 2030s
The Finance Minister is hopeful that New Zealand's exports will grow significantly over the next ten years. If reelected, National says it will pursue trade…
The SME StreamGraeme Muller: Tech New Zealand CEO on Invest New Zealand looking at attracting investment for new data centres
Tech New Zealand is trying to dispel fears about bringing more data centres here. Crown agency Invest New Zealand is looking to attract up to $30 billion in…
The SME StreamHow realistic are National's trade deal ambitions? | Mon 6 Jul
National trade spokesperson Todd McClay says the party will prioritise seven new markets for trade deals if reelected. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy…
The SME StreamWhat does it really take for female founders to find business success? | Fri 3 Jul
Entreprenuer Marisa Fong on her mission to support 500 women leaders in 5 years. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The SME StreamNZ technology attracts big investment | Mon 6 Jul
Hear from MOVAC General Partner Jason Graham on what the VC firm plans to do with its record $185 million raise. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy…
The SME StreamDanielle Adsett: New Zealand Apples and Pears CEO on the export potential of the Free Trade Agreement with India
New Zealand Apples and Pears says trading with India is about getting money back in the pockets of growers. Sign off on the Free Trade Agreement is still…
The SME StreamMarket Outlook - Will RBNZ hike or cut OCR this week? | Mon 6 Jul
Forsyth Barr's Zoe Wallis joins Herald NOW for a look at the markets. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The SME StreamShane Solly: Harbour Asset Management expert on the 'volatile' state of AI-based investments
It's been a turbulent time for AI-based investments. The AI capital expenditure-leveraged Korean and Japanese share markets have recovered from last week's…
The SME StreamDealmaxxing gets the nod from exporters. India direct flights by end of 2028 | Mon 6 Jul
Air NZ and Air India looking at more than a codeshare; National electioneering on 7 new trade deals. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The SME StreamNick Tuffley: ASB Chief Economist predicts Reserve Bank will hold
ASB's latest outlook says New Zealand's economic recovery is back on track. Inflation is expected to hit 4.1% in Q2, but the bank says the overall economic…
The SME StreamEdwin Paul: India Business Council Chair on the India FTA showing early signs of growth before coming into force
The India Business Council isn't surprised to see the free trade agreement have an impact already, before coming into force. New export numbers show apples are…
The SME StreamTim Groser: former Trade Minister 'encouraged' by Government outlining future trade plan
A former Trade Minister says he's very encouraged by National's election promise that it'll pursue trade talks with seven economies. It says it would…
The SME StreamTrade Minister Todd McClay wants to start trade negotiations with 7 new places | Mon 6 Jul
Trade watchers are already sounding the alarm that 7 deals would spread MFAT thin. Garth Bray 2degrees Business Wrap. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy…
The SME StreamMichael Henderson - Corporate Anthropologist | Why High-Performing Organisations Think Differently
What if culture doesn’t eat strategy for breakfast after all? In this episode of HR Unlocked, Lisa Oakley sits down with organisational culture expert…
The SME StreamSylvie Thrush-Marsh: What should you keep an eye out for in your employment contract?
Everyone has an employment contract, but what should you be aware of when presented with a new one? Some key parts that you'd think are a given may also be…