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The SME StreamThe risk in helping your kids financially
Helping your kids get ahead financially sounds simple, but get it wrong and things unravel fast. Wealth and succession lawyer Andrew Clements has seen what…
The SME StreamHow Iran’s war and oil shock could hit inflation, interest rates and jobs
The Finance Minister is adamant that New Zealand’s economic recovery has been delayed, but not derailed, by the war in Iran. Nicola Willis has shone a…
The SME StreamChristopher Luxon: Prime Minister discusses the signing of the India Free Trade Agreement, cancelling the TVNZ Breakfast interview spot
The Prime Minister says New Zealand's free trade agreement with India should be in effect by the end of the year. The deal's been signed in New Delhi…
The SME Stream(#100) Why Your Marketing Isn't Working (And the Strategy That Actually Does)
The old influencer playbook is dead. In this episode I break down the marketing shift the fastest growing brands are quietly using right now, why nano…
The SME StreamThe Country 24/04/26: Chris Hipkins talks to Jamie Mackay
We salute the Labour leader for supporting the Indian FTA, despite his reservations, but ask if he is electable with no policy and TPM as a stablemate? See…
The SME StreamThe country's economic outlook continues to look grim
As New Zealand's economy struggles to find its footing, S&P analyst Martin Foo discusses the key indicators we should be watching out for See…
The SME StreamOil telling two stories, Zethos fires up Chch plant, French investigate betting fraud
Markets giving mixed oil signals, cleantech firm starts $6m experimental refinery, did a Polymarket user fix a bet on Paris weather with a hair dryer See…
The SME Stream2026 economic recovery 'delayed'
Independent economist Cameron Bagrie on NZ's economic outlook. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The SME StreamWhat's helping women reach leadership positions?
Partner support ranks alongside workplace factors as a critical driver of success. Leadership Coach and Researcher - Dr Amanda Sterling. See…
The SME StreamAre equity markets being far too sanguine? Phil Borkin - JBWere
Despite oil prices sitting above pre-conflict levels and the Strait of Hormuz still shut, global equity markets have rebounded strongly. What gives? See…
The SME StreamTodd McClay: Trade Minister on the signing of the free trade agreement with India
The Trade Minister says there won't be any unpleasant surprises in the final text of our free trade agreement with India. The deal is due to be tabled in…
The SME StreamThe SME Stream Weekly Wrap - 24 April
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 StreamThe Country 23/04/26: Winston Peters talks to Jamie Mackay
Labour supports the Indian FTA, but a fired-up NZ First leader says it’s an “utter unmitigated disaster of an agreement for NZ’s…
The SME StreamDamien O'Connor: Labour's Trade Spokesperson on the party agreeing to support the India Free Trade deal
Labour's written to the Prime Minister supporting the India Free Trade Deal being signed in New Delhi next week. National needed their support to pass the deal…
The SME StreamNicola Willis: Finance Minister on Moody's credit rating agency downgrading outlook for New Zealand
The Finance Minister says politicians should see our downgraded Moody's economic outlook as a wake-up-call, as she pieces together her Budget. The rating…
The SME StreamWhy has Moody's put NZ on negative credit watch Plus, infrastructure overhaul
Credit ratings agency confirms NZ AAA bur with a negative outlook citing slow path to surplus, govt moves big investments from Treasury to Infrastructure…
The SME StreamGovernment moves to stop gold-plated infrastructure projects Herald NOW Business
Senior Correspondent Katie Bradford examines how the infrastructure commission may change how big projects are delivered See omnystudio.com/listener for…
The SME StreamNew Zealand's financial outlook downgraded to negative by rating agency
Economist Brad Olsen tells Ryan Bridge what NZ's latest economic downgrade means. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The SME StreamChris Hipkins: Labour leader on the party confirming it plans to support the India FTA
Labour's leader is doubling down on his concern about the India-New Zealand free trade agreement's $33 billion Kiwi investment target. The party's finally…
The SME StreamRyan Bridge: The path to improving financial literacy
I see ACT is flying a kite on free money for school kids. Which sounds odd given the party's aversion to free lunches. Seymour's talking about giving each Year…
The SME StreamHow algorithms are quietly rewriting the state
Artificial intelligence isn’t coming to the New Zealand public sector – it’s already here. AI is shaping everything from your tax bill to how…
The SME StreamThe Country 22/04/26: Christopher Luxon talks to Jamie Mackay
After a tough day at the office yesterday, the Prime Minister is all fired up over the media, Winston and the Indian FTA. See omnystudio.com/listener for…
The SME StreamErica Stanford: Immigration Minister on the economic impact of the Golden Visa, Shane Jones' comments on the India FTA
The revamped Golden Visa is providing a major boost to the economy. The Active Investor Plus visa's brought in $1.5 billion, with another $2.4 billion in the…
The SME StreamJenee Tibshraeny: NZ Herald Wellington business editor on Labour mulling over the India trade agreement
Labour is still mulling whether to back the India free-trade agreement, despite it being set to be signed on Monday. Speaking to the Herald after…
The SME StreamNick Tuffley: ASB Chief Economist on the inflation rate staying steady at 3.1%, when the OCR may be lifted
The Reserve Bank may have to hike the OCR sooner than expected, with inflation tracking higher than forecast. Inflation remains at 3.1% – unchanged on…
The SME StreamAI is coming for your finances. Are you ready?
Imagine having a financial adviser in your pocket. With AI innovations transforming what finance apps are capable of, that reality might not be too far away…
The SME StreamLiam Dann: NZ Herald Business Editor on the Consumer Price Index remaining at 3.1%
Inflation was higher than it should be, even before factoring in the full impact of the war on Iran. Stats NZ data shows the inflation rate remained unchanged…
The SME StreamVolatility with the open-again closed-again strait of Hormuz
'About 50% of the rally we've seen over the last few weeks has been driven by equity fundamentals.' Alice Mew - Craigs Investment Partners See…
The SME StreamNicola Willis: Finance Minister on the inflation rate remaining unchanged at 3.1%, the Luxon leadership saga
The Finance Minister is concerned about an expected spike in inflation. The inflation rate has remained unchanged at 3.1% in the March quarter, despite…
The SME StreamThe Country 21/04/26: Damien O'Connor talks to Jamie Mackay
Will Labour’s trade spokesperson have breaking news on the Indian FTA after today’s caucus? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The SME StreamThe Country 21/04/26: Dr Elizabeth Heeg talks to Jamie Mackay
The NZFOA Chief Executive comments on the Indian FTA and challenging times for the forestry industry, off the back of the fuel crisis. See…
The SME StreamBruce Bernacchi: Tax Partner at Dentons on Inland Revenue contacting crypto-investors over unpaid tax
Inland Revenue is reminding crypto-investors of their tax obligations. The agency says it has identified 355 thousand unique crypto-asset users in New Zealand…
The SME StreamHelp for India's orchards under FTA, Auckland Council appeals Winton fast-track
Apples & kiwifruit export quotas tied to NZ help with productivity gains for Indian orchards; council says fast-track approval for Sunfield development ignored…
The SME StreamMark Smith: ASB Chief Economist looks ahead to the Q1 inflation rate
Today's inflation numbers could represent calm before the storm. Annual inflation's likely to have fallen in the first quarter of this year after ending last…
The SME StreamAlan McDonald: EMA Head of Advocacy on Kiwi businesses raising concerns over the war in Iran
The latest NZIER Quarterly Survey of Business Opinion has revealed business confidence has taken a hit for the March quarter. Only a net 1 percent of firms…
The SME StreamNicola Willis: Finance Minister on NZ First planning to break up the supermarket duopoly
The Finance Minister has raised some concerns over NZ First's bid to break up the supermarket duopoly. NZ First has announced that if re-elected, it will split…
The SME StreamFran O'Sullivan on the India free trade deal due to be signed next Monday
'Aspiration to invest $33b in 15 years. "I'd be very surprised if we get anwhere in coo-wee of that, however it indicates that the doors are open to NZ" See…
The SME StreamUS markets rallied last week. When will NZ do the same?
'We're more exposed as an economy to the Middle East pressure point' Shane Solly - Harbour Asset Management. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy…
The SME StreamVicky Pryce: Business correspondent on the latest in oil prices with possibility of new talks between US, Iran
Talks are set to resume this week in Pakistan, but currently it's unconfirmed whether Iran will be in attendance. Previous talks have been unsuccessful, and…
The SME StreamMarket Outlook Tech stocks surge in historic comeback
Tesla and Boeing results in the spotlight as reporting season continues. Forsyth Barr's Zoe Wallis joins the show. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy…
The SME Stream(#99) How to Stop Negative Self-Talk and Make Your Mind Work For You
Your biggest obstacle in business is not money, time, or the right idea. It is the voice in your head. In this episode, I break down why your brain turns…
The SME StreamMike Jones: BNZ Chief Economist on the CPI data for Q1 releasing today amidst the Middle East crisis
Today's inflation numbers won't reflect the full impact of the war in the Middle East. The first quarter of this year's expected to show a dip in annual…
The SME StreamMarket Outlook Tech stocks surge in historic comeback
Tesla and Boeing results in the spotlight as reporting season continues. Forsyth Barr's Zoe Wallis joins the show. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy…
The SME StreamJanet Xuccoa: Most people should really have a trust
We often think of trusts as a way to protect your assets, especially if you work in certain fields - but a surprising number of regular families use them for a…
The SME StreamShamubeel Eaqub: Simplicity chief economist on the increase in KiwiSaver hardship withdrawals
KiwiSaver hardship withdrawals have spiked to their highest in a decade last month, amid rising fuel prices. According to the IRD, more than 5600 people…
The SME StreamPeter Norris: The difference between how much the bank will loan you and how much you can afford
So you want a loan to buy a property. The bank sifts through all the money that's gone in and out of your accounts going back an uncomfortable amount of time…
The SME StreamWinston Peters: NZ First leader says they will campaign on breaking up supermarket duopoly
Yesterday New Zealand First announced a campaign policy to break up New Zealand's supermarket duopoly. Woolworths and Foodstuffs currently control over 80…
The SME StreamThe SME Stream Weekly Wrap - 17 April
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 StreamIs the Red Sea the world's next major trade chokepoint?
The Iranian military has threatened shipping in the Gulf, Red Sea, and the Gulf of Oman if the US naval blockade continues. The threats made by general Ali…
The SME StreamThe Huddle: What do we make of the Government's handling of the fuel crisis?
Tonight on The Huddle, Jordan Williams from the Taxpayers' Union and artist and local Government politician Oscar Kightley joined in on a discussion about the…
The SME StreamUniversal pain and gloom for all sectors as fuel crisis bites
Westpac Senior Analyst Satish Ranchhod discusses why the forestry sector is particularly vulnerable. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The SME StreamIs the Government too casual with fuel crisis?
Associate Energy Minister Shane Jones says they remain confident about New Zealand's fuel supply, but remain ready to act further if necessary. See…
The SME StreamMoo-la Farmers react to Fonterra pay out
Federated farmers president Wayne Langford reveals what farmers will actually be spending on their record breaking pay out. See omnystudio.com/listener for…
The SME StreamSusan St John: Auckland University Associate Economics Professor on Jobseeker numbers
A lift in beneficiaries could suggest recent policy decisions are taking us in the wrong direction. At the end of March, just over 409-thousand people were on…
The SME StreamChris Keall: NZ Herald senior business writer on Allbirds pivoting to AI
Kiwi company Allbirds has announced a new direction and it's drawn questions from experts. After years of losses, the former sustainable shoe company is…
The SME StreamThe round trip on global equity - Zoe Wallis, Forsyth Barr
'The big question for global markets is what's going to happen with reporting season?' See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The SME StreamEpisode 60: Deputy Prime Minister, David Seymour
In Leaders Getting Coffee episode 60, our guest is The Right Honourable David Seymour, Deputy Prime Minister of New Zealand and Leader of the Act Party. To…
The SME StreamWhy big companies kill good ideas – and how to save them
Big organisations love to talk about innovation. They set up labs, hire “transformation” teams, and run hackathons. Yet inside many companies, the…
The SME StreamJenee Tibshraeny: NZ Herald Wellington business editor on the IRD saying taxes need to rise
Inland Revenue has claimed New Zealand needs higher taxes, building off earlier arguments made by Treasury. It sees scope to increase the goods and services…
The SME StreamThe Country 15/04/26: Christopher Luxon talks to Jamie Mackay
The PM ponders the Indian FTA, whether the $3.2 billion Fonterra capital return injection into the economy will “touch the sides”, and whether he…