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The SME StreamThe right way to electrify your home
Mike Casey from Rewiring Aotearoa says solar can now pay off faster than many households realise, but the biggest savings come from understanding how your home…
The SME StreamTodd McClay: Trade Minister on National's new trade-focused election policy
The National Party has just announced it's trade policy, should the party be re-elected in November. They've said that the aim is to secure markets with seven…
The SME StreamEdwin Paul: Chair of India New Zealand Business Council on India FTA, Modi's visit and Winston Peter's comments
It's been a busy week between New Zealand and India. The Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi is due to make his first official visit to New Zealand as the FTA…
The SME StreamAI driving Wall Street high, but fewer stocks are doing more heavy lifting | Thu 2 Jul
How much of this rally is being carried by chipmakers and and does that make the market more vulnerable? S&P's Anu Ganti in New York. See…
The SME StreamLooking back over the first half of 2026 | Thu 2 Jul
US equities have just had their strongest quarter since the Covid rebound, while the NZX 50 has recovered after a difficult start to the year. See…
The SME StreamTelco boss exits as telco spectrum up for grabs; IMF backs a CGT | Thu 2 Jul
Jason Paris announces his departure from One NZ, as the government opts for auctions not rollovers of spectrum licenses. See omnystudio.com/listener for…
The SME StreamTodd McClay: Trade Minister discusses pre-election trade policy
National says it's targeting growing parts of the world with its latest trade policy. It is promising to attempt seven new deals in five years if re-elected -…
The SME StreamThe SME Stream Weekly Wrap - 03 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 StreamQiulae Wong: TOP leader on the party announcing new economic policy
The Opportunity Party has outlined their new vision for the economy ahead of the election. The party's looking to invest more into technology and AI…
The SME StreamJune jump shows in ANZ's Business Confidence Survey | Wed 1 Jul
Seeing that exporter confidence growth in real time - Andrew Balgarnie Chief Strategy Officer of Trade Window. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy…
The SME StreamDoes rising business confidence give RBNZ leeway on holding interest rates? | Wed 1 Jul
Inflation expectations fall in June ANZ Business Confidence survey. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The SME StreamNew Centrix data: Economic momentum or are we just borrowing and spending less? | Wed 1 Jul
Centrix's Keith McLaughlin reveals what's behind the latest Centrix stats. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The SME StreamSam Dickie: Fisher Funds expert on the humanoid robots working in factories
Humanoid robots taking on factory jobs seemed like a sci-fi concept, but more businesses have made that concept a reality. These robots are powered by AI to…
The SME StreamRisk of buying a home that might flood looms large - businesses are responding | Wed 1 Jul
Westpac’s done a deal to put that info on its app. Others advocating for central register of properties at risk. 2degrees Business wrap Garth Bray. See…
The SME StreamHeidi: the AI scribe shaking up NZ healthcare
Australian startup Heidi Health has become one of the most visible examples of AI actually shifting the dial on healthcare productivity – and New Zealand…
The SME StreamThe Country 01/07/26: Christopher Luxon talks to Hamish McKay
The Prime Minister on a buoyant primary sector and how New Zealand’s Michelin-star-winning restaurants benefit tourism. Plus, the OCR, how heavy…
The SME StreamJenee Tibshraeny: NZ Herald Wellington business editor on the IMF warning the Government will need to hike taxes and cut spending
The International Monetary Fund is broadly happy with how the Government and Reserve Bank are steering the economy - but it's warned some changes need to take…
The SME StreamJeremy Hutton: Milford Asset Management expert on the state of the markets at the mid-point of 2026
2026 is halfway over, and experts have noticed which trends are leading investor conversations. The chips and computer hardware sector has seen some growth…
The SME StreamNicola Willis: Finance Minister on the International Monetary Fund's report card for New Zealand
The Finance Minister believes all signs are pointing to economic growth this year. The International Monetary Fund's recommending the country continue to hike…
The SME StreamBrooke van Velden: Workplace Relations and Safety Minister on the health and safety shake up passing its third reading
The ACT Party says it has killed three birds with one stone as new workplace legislation is passed. The bill reverses a number of changes in the 2015 Health…
The SME StreamHannah McQueen on where we go wrong when our income goes up
After building and selling EnableMe, Hannah McQueen is tackling another challenge through Age Brightly. She joins Paula Bennett to talk about wealth, purpose…
The SME StreamThink means testing NZ Super is too hard? Shamubeel Eaqub says"bugger off"
The government currently spends about a billion dollars a fortnight on superannuation payments, it's a growing problem that we're running out of time to…
The SME StreamIs the AI Boom too good to be true?
Could the AI frenzy end in a painful market correction? Liam Dann and Tamsyn Parker discuss the warnings and what it could mean for KiwiSaver. Plus, should the…
The SME StreamBig Aussie bank boss says NZ must tax land assets | Tue 30 Jun
ANZ's big cheese economist says New Zealand has a super problem - and here's how to fix it. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The SME StreamKiwis' growing concern at cost of climate impact | Tue 30 Jun
IAG's Bryce Davies on government responsibility and the role insurers. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The SME StreamNew Zealand’s sharemarket has tracked sideways through the first half of 2026 | Tue 30 Jun
'Putting the mideast aside the currency play has been quite dramatic for the NZ market' Mohandeep Singh Craigs Investment Partners. See omnystudio.com/listener…
The SME StreamCameron Bagrie: Independent Economist on the rising number of filled jobs, state of the economy
The worst seems to be over when it comes to the job market. Filled jobs rose 0.3% in May —an extra 2,515 roles— with strong gains in the service…
The SME StreamRob Heyes: Infometrics Economist on employment numbers rising
Surprise over jobs in the public service rising, despite cuts planned by the Government. Seasonally-adjusted Stats NZ data shows filled jobs rose 0.3 percent…
The SME StreamJarrod Kerr: Kiwibank Chief Economist on their economic outlook for the remainder of 2026
Kiwibank believes there’s no need to increase the Official Cash Rate just yet. They believe the figure should be held at 2.25% when the Reserve Bank…
The SME StreamThe SME Stream Weekly Wrap - 26 June
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 StreamSimon Bridges: Auckland Business Chamber CEO on the 12th annual China Business Summit taking place in Auckland
Our relationship with China takes centre stage in Auckland this morning. The 12th annual China Business Summit brings together business and political leaders…
The SME StreamCaroline Harvie-Teare: Venues Otautahi CEO on the new One NZ Stadium generating $21 million in the first 60 days
Christchurch’s new stadium has put its stamp on the city, pumping $21 million into the economy in just 60 days. One NZ Stadium was forecast to generate…
The SME StreamChris Kinraid: NZ Rugby Chief Financial Officer explains why they rejected bids to save Moana Pasifika
New Zealand Rugby's adamant there was no choice but to reject rescue plans for the financially-strapped Moana Pasifika. Moana is officially out of the 2027…
The SME StreamJeremy Hutton: Milford Asset Management on the 'financial wobbles' impacting the AI and chip sectors
There's been some flare-ups in the AI and chip sectors and experts have raised concerns. There's been drops on the Nasdaq and S&P 500, and investors are…
The SME StreamJenee Tibshraeny: NZ Herald Wellington business editor on the pay equity issues impacting the Government
Labour isn’t the only party faced with a funding challenge related to the country’s pay equity regime. The three pay equity claims in the works…
The SME StreamLee Marshall: Hunter Campbell Managing Partner on the Mood of the CFO survey showing optimism
There’s optimism amongst the country's chief financial officers. Employment Agency Hunter Campbell's Mood of the CFO survey has found 57% of businesses…
The SME StreamNicola Willis: Finance Minister on the party's plan to make KiwiSaver compulsory for all workers
Almost all New Zealanders chose to not opt out of increasing their KiwiSaver payments. Minimum contributions increased from 3 percent in April to 3.5, although…
The SME StreamLucy Fisher: Financial Times Whitehall editor on Sir Keir Starmer's resignation as Prime Minister
Stock traders across the UK are hoping the next Prime Minister will lead to some much-needed stability. Sir Keir Starmer has set out his plan to resign as UK…
The SME StreamChlöe Swarbrick: Green Party co-leader on the party correcting their tax policy error
The Greens say they've 'had words' with one of the country's most well-known economists over a maths mistake in its tax policy. It's issued a correction…
The SME StreamAndrew Wilson: Regional Tourism NZ Chair on the call for a nationwide bed tax
A fresh push for a nationwide bed tax has been launched by Regional Tourism New Zealand. Its proposal would see a small, user-pays tax for stays at hotels and…
The SME Stream(#106) How I Built a Business With No Money, No Mentor & No Blueprint
How do you start a business with no money, no mentor and no blueprint? In this episode I share the real story - where I started (promo girl, waitress, Uber…
The SME Stream'A kick in the guts to aspiration' - Nicola Willis takes aim at the Greens' tax policy
Finance Minister, Nicola Willis joins the show See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The SME StreamKiwiSaver vs Wealth tax - the new political divide
One major theme has emerged for this year’s election... money. Two parties at the weekend launched ideas to get the country’s finances in order and…
The SME StreamSandy Lau: PWC tax partner on the Green's wealth tax
A tax expert says the Greens' proposed approach to tackling corporate greed - is likely to be unpopular. If elected, the party's promising to add new super…
The SME StreamRyan Bridge: The Green's wealth tax isn't going to happen
There's no point talking about the latest loony bin tax plan grab from the Greens because it's not going to become anything more than a word doc on their…
The SME StreamPerspective with Heather du Plessis-Allan: Did Andrew Little save Wellington Council?
Tell me something: does what’s just happened with the Golden Mile upgrade in Wellington restore your faith in the possibility that councils can actually…
The SME StreamCarolyn Young: Retail NZ Chief Executive discusses the upcoming vote for the Spark Retail NZ's People's Choice award
Very shortly public voting will be underway for the Spark Retail NZ's People's Choice award. The People’s Choice Award recognises a retailer that has…
The SME StreamKerre Woodham: I'm not sure about the Oprah-fication of Labour's policies
As the election gets closer, parties are starting to release their policies. And after a slow start, keeping their cards close to their chest, Labour's…
The SME StreamChristopher Luxon: Prime Minister blasts Green's proposed wealth tax
The Prime Minister's blasting the Greens' wealth tax, saying it would make Kiwis poorer and drive away investment. The party's proposing a 2.5% tax on net…
The SME StreamBryan Thomson: How would a Capital Gains Tax affect the market?
On the One Roof Radio Show Harcourts Managing Director Bryan Thomson joins Tim Beveridge to talk about how a Capital Gains Tax would affect the property…
The SME StreamThe SME Stream Weekly Wrap - 18 June
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 on the GDP rising 0.8% in the March quarter
Our economy was well on the way to recovery, driven by a resurgence in manufacturing, before the fuel crisis hit. Stats NZ data out today shows GDP rose 0.8%…
The SME StreamAlan McDonald: EMA Head of Advocacy on whether the economy will bounce back following US-Iran peace deal
New Zealand's continuing to feel the knock-on effects of continuing economic downturn - but is there light at the end of the tunnel? The latest data shows GDP…
The SME StreamBarry Soper: Newstalk ZB senior political correspondent on reports indicating economy was recovering before Iran war?
New Zealand's economic recovery had been gaining momentum before the Iran war and fuel crisis hit. Today's figures show GDP rose 0.8 percent in the March…
The SME StreamNicola Willis: Economic Growth Minister on the GDP rising 0.8% in the March quarter
Nicola Willis says the Government's focused on the country's long-term economic outlook. GDP's risen 0.8% in the March quarter. The Economic Growth Minister…
The SME StreamCameron Brewer: Minister for Small Business and Manufacturing on GDP growth
Businesses are continuing to weather hit after hit, as the economy bounces in and out of recovery. GDP's now risen for three consecutive quarters - up 0.8…
The SME StreamChina’s AI and robot revolution
China is racing ahead in artificial intelligence and robotics – and New Zealand risks being left on the sidelines if it doesn’t pay close…
The SME StreamPathfinder's venture capital bet on kiwi climate-tech | Wed 17 Jun
Pathfinder's John Berry and Motion Capital's Ralph Chang discuss with Herald NOW Business the case for KiwiSaver venture capital. See omnystudio.com/listener…
The SME StreamThe Country 17/06/26: Christopher Luxon talks to Jamie Mackay
The PM ponders Fieldays, "friendly fire" from Winston and whether wilding pines should attract carbon credits. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy…
The SME StreamDairy markets watch as GDT prices shift | Wed 17 Jun
Jarden's Mike McIntyre breaks down the latest GDT result and what it means for the dairy sector. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.