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The SME Stream'It's a bit detached from the reality of what's happening in the economy'
'Three rate hikes ignores that the market has already dramatically tightened conditions": Matt Goodson, Salt Funds Management. See omnystudio.com/listener for…
The SME StreamThe Country 15/04/26: Richard Allen talks to Jamie Mackay
Fonterra’s new chief executive in waiting joins us to discuss his past and Fonterra’s future. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The SME StreamCameron Bagrie: Independent Economist on the division between economists over whether the Reserve Bank should raise the OCR
Economists are divided over how fast the Reserve Bank should raise the Official Cash Rate. ANZ has already picked three consecutive hikes in July, September…
The SME StreamOil supply crunch nears, Wynn Hamlyn closes, Chows v Precinct CBD skyline row
Business update with Garth Bray, thanks to Forsyth Barr See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The SME StreamHow to manage investments in turbulent times
Forsyth Barr investment adviser Mark Richardson shows how to make gains on your investments with clever decisions in a shaky economy. See…
The SME StreamConcern the Reserve Bank could hike interest rates as early as July ... three times
Business commentator Bernard Hickey - "Anna Breman is talking tough.. not sure Nicola Willis will be thrilled with three rate hikes before the election." See…
The SME StreamShamubeel Eaqub: Simplicity chief economist voices concerns with the Government's handling of the fuel crisis
Fears the Government isn't taking the fuel crisis seriously enough. We have 56.3 days of petrol, 45.4 days of diesel, and 47 days of jet fuel, either landed or…
The SME StreamBridget Unsworth: Angel Association CEO on investment in the start-up scene surging by 14% in 2025
There’s renewed hope in the Kiwi start-up scene with a surge of investment in 2025. New data shows the number of deals rose 14%, with total investment…
The SME StreamThe Country 14/04/26: Shane Jones talks to Jamie Mackay
The Prince of the Provinces, Matua Shane, defends his nationalistic stance over the Indian FTA, and also defends a potential critical minerals deal with Trump…
The SME StreamANZ predicts OCR hikes from July
ANZ Chief Economist Sharon Zollner says we left monetary policy too loose during Covid, so the Reserve Bank is likely to start lifting the OCR from July. See…
The SME StreamIndustries join forces to urge signing of Indian FTA
NZ Wine CEO Philip Gregan talks about why 28 exporters and industry associations are urging the Government to sign a Free Trade Agreement with India. See…
The SME StreamJarrod Kerr: Kiwibank Chief Economist warns that early OCR increases could be counterproductive
There's division among economists regarding how soon the Reserve Bank should start raising the Official Cash Rate. Many now expect the bank to bring forward…
The SME StreamDamaging words in investing - ‘this time is different’
The Milford Report - From a market perspective is this period genuinely different from what we’ve seen before, or does it just feel that way? See…
The SME StreamAndrew Dickens: The India Free Trade Agreement remains uncertain
Let's talk about something that is very crucial to our economy and that's the India Free Trade Deal. We are an exporter. We live because of what we export from…
The SME StreamCarolyn Young: Retail NZ CEO on the growth in retail spending, increased costs
Retailers are on a “knife edge” deciding when to pass on increased costs to consumers. Retail NZ CEO Carolyn Young told Mike Hosking that retailers…
The SME StreamKelly Eckhold: Westpac chief economist on the bank forecasting an OCR increase for September
Another bank is predicting an upcoming OCR raise. ANZ has already picked three consecutive Official Cash Rate hikes in July, September, and October. Now…
The SME StreamRené de Monchy: Tourism NZ CEO on the increase in international visitors from China
Chinese visitors are making a resurgence. Latest Stats NZ data shows more than 408 thousand overseas tourists visited in February – an annual increase of…
The SME StreamChris Bishop: Associate Finance Minister on the prospect of the OCR going up
There's growing concern about the impact of the Middle East conflict, and at least one major bank has forecasted increases to the OCR. ANZ has revised its…
The SME StreamThe trade deal with Singapore that might help fuel supply
Herald business commentator, Fran O'Sullivan on who needs what from the Singapore trade deal designed to kick in at crisis time. See omnystudio.com/listener…
The SME StreamWhat does Trump's Strait of Hormuz blockade mean for the price of petrol?
Former Lieutenant General Karen Gibson explains what could come next following failed peace talks with Iran over the weekend. See omnystudio.com/listener for…
The SME StreamYour Monday market update with Forsyth Barr
Investment strategist, Zoe Wallis with your monday markets update. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The SME StreamMarkets have been volatile with major news-driven moves in oil and equities
There are two sets of disruption impacting investments and the world economy.Andrew Bascand - Co CEO, Harbour Asset Management. See omnystudio.com/listener for…
The SME StreamShane Solly: Harbour Asset Management expert on oil prices going up following Trump's blockade threat
Global oil prices have shot up again, with Donald Trump gunning for authority over the Strait of Hormuz. The President's announced a naval blockade on Iranian…
The SME StreamChris Hipkins: Labour leader says party waiting for legal advice before India trade deal decision
Labour's leader is demanding clarity on spending commitments in the India free trade deal - and isn't sure whether the party will back it. The deal lives or…
The SME StreamBrad Olsen: Infometrics Principal Economist on OCR hikes looking more likely as inflation spikes become inevitable
OCR hikes are now expected to come much faster. Economists have been adjusting their forecasts after the Reserve Bank last week said it would take "decisive…
The SME StreamSharon Zollner: ANZ chief economist on the bank forecasting three OCR hikes before the November election
The country's largest bank is now forecasting three Official Cash Rate hikes before the election. ANZ is predicting three consecutive increases in July…
The SME StreamWe'll be hearing from central bankers this week - 2 Degrees wrap with Garth Bray H
"Get your bingo cards ready to cross off “worried”, “watchful”, and “ready to act”, as we walk the tightrope between higher…
The SME StreamAllaine Burkett: Should we be pouring into the market?
The tide has well and truly turned. We've had analysts forecasting a plateau for much of this year, with rates starting to turn upwards near the end of the…
The SME StreamAndrew Bascand: Iran conflict impacts more than just gas prices
The hot topic on everyone's minds right now is the price of petrol and diesel. It seems to be impacting the price of just about everything else, and we're…
The SME StreamIs KiwiSaver working the way it should?
Recent KiwiSaver changes were meant to strengthen the scheme, but one expert says they risk doing the opposite. Mary Holm joins Nadine Higgins to break down…
The SME Stream(#98) How to Handle Unsupportive Family When Starting a Business
If the people closest to you think you're crazy for wanting to start a business, this episode is for you. I break down the real psychology behind why friends…
The SME StreamChristopher Luxon talks NZ fuel stocks, state of economy and Auckland deal
The Prime Minister says the Government's still looking into how to get more fuel into the country. It's put 20-million dollars towards an extra diesel storage…
The SME StreamInternational economic uncertainty puts pressure on NZ
Building resilience in the country's supply chain is key for New Zealand to weather international instability - Kelvin Wickham, Ballance Agri-Nutrients See…
The SME StreamThe Country 10/04/26: Todd McClay talks to Jamie Mackay
The Minister of Agriculture and Trade updates us on the Indian FTA, the prospect of more Trump tariffs on our lamb, and whether he would look forward to…
The SME StreamPaul Stenhouse: Anthropic's new model could be a major cybersecurity threat and a survey reveals parents' concerns about their children's online safety
The next level of AI is about to be released, and there are major concerns The models just keep getting better and better and now Anthropic, the maker of…
The SME StreamHolidays Act changes promise simplicity for workers and employers alike
Proposed changes to the Holiday Act will change how leave is recorded and accrued See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The SME StreamNathan Guy: Special Agricultural Trade Envoy on call for political parties to get behind India Free Trade Deal
Major exporters are urging political leaders to urgently back a Free Trade Agreement with India, warning against “playing games” with access to one…
The SME StreamCan we handle another three months of this?
2Degrees business wrap See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The SME StreamChlöe Swarbrick: Economic shocks are the result of fossil fuel reliance
Green Party co-leader Chlöe Swarbrick and Act leader David Seymour debate how we are handling the economic shocks of war in the Middle East. See…
The SME StreamHow has the ceasefire been received by markets - Zoe Wallis, Forsyth Bar
Already seeing an unwinding of the 'hot' trades - oil, energy, defence - and a rebound in airlines and travel related stocks. See omnystudio.com/listener for…
The SME StreamWhy business leaders should think differently about the fuel crisis
Some large employers are developing their own car pooling systems, mapping where employees live, to see if sharing rides would reduce parking pressure. See…
The SME StreamMarket rally looks past shaky ceasefire news
Business with Forsyth Barr: US market ceasefire rally, oil plunges 12%, solar famer Lodestone Energy may offer household power. See omnystudio.com/listener for…
The SME StreamKarl Dean: Federated Farmers Dairy Chair on the concerns that farmers are running out of fuel
Federated Farmers says farmers are experiencing fuel shortages, with some two to three weeks behind their normal fuel drops. The US and Iran have reached a…
The SME StreamThe SME Stream Weekly Wrap - 10 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 StreamFrom Leaf to lunch: the Canterbury startup rethinking protein
Forget soy, pea, or lab-grown meat – the next frontier in sustainable food might just be hiding in plain sight. Specifically, in the leaves of everyday…
The SME StreamAnna Breman: Reserve Bank Governor on the decision to hold the Official Cash Rate at 2.25%
The Reserve Bank Governor says the conflict in Iran has materially altered New Zealand's outlook, even if yesterday's ceasefire deal leads to a de-escalation…
The SME StreamInfrastructure companies focused on predictability - The Milford Report.
NZ milk production was 7.4% up in February. Supply is running hot in other regions. Are there signs of a global slow down? See omnystudio.com/listener for…
The SME StreamThe Country 08/04/26: Emma Higgins talks to Jamie Mackay
Rabobank’s Senior Agricultural Analyst reviews last night’s GDT auction (down 3.4%) - WMP -0.7%, SMP -1.6%, BMP 0.7%, AMF -7.1%, Butter -8.1%, and…
The SME StreamJenee Tibshraeny: NZ Herald Wellington business editor on what the Middle East conflict could do to inflation
The Reserve Bank says it's still unclear what today's Iran ceasefire announcement - and resulting dramatic fall in oil prices - mean for New Zealand. The…
The SME StreamAnna Breman: Reserve Bank Governor on whether the Middle East conflict could drive up the OCR
The Reserve Bank says there are still plenty of unknowns, after today's Iran ceasefire announcement and resultant oil price drop. It's held the Official Cash…
The SME StreamNicola Willis: Finance Minister on the OCR, inflation, ongoing impacts of the conflict in the Middle East
Too many 'ifs' around the Iran war for our Finance Minister to guarantee all will be well down the track. There are differing reports as to whether the Strait…
The SME StreamStu Davidson on overnight Dairy Trade auction
NZ milk production was 7.4% up in February. Supply is running hot in other regions. Are there signs of a global slow down? See omnystudio.com/listener for…
The SME StreamDated Brent Oil hits record $144 a barrell
Garth Bray from Herald Now Business joins Ryan for a business update See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The SME StreamMark Wilkshire: The Co-operative Bank CEO on RBNZ keeps OCR at 2.25 percent
The Reserve Bank expects inflation to spike this quarter - but says it's still too early to say by how much. The central bank's opted to keep the Official Cash…
The SME StreamOver Easter weekend, 21 vessels moved through the Strait of Hormuz
Iran has made a toll on the Strait a precondition for peace, and some are clearly already paying up. 2 Degrees wrap with Garth Bray See omnystudio.com/listener…
The SME StreamKelly Eckhold: Westpac Chief Economist on the Official Cash Rate, the Reserve Bank's expected view on inflation
The Reserve Bank is expected to take a long-term view on inflation when it sets interest rates today. Economists expect the central bank to play it safe and…
The SME StreamThe AI tsunami and how NZ needs to ride it. Chris Liddell - Anthropic PM Herald NOW Business
Artificial intelligence revolution is not a knowledge wave. It is a tsunami, coming with both exceptional opportunities and challenges." - Chris Liddell…
The SME StreamThe fuel stocks are strong, so why is the confidence low
Finance Minister Nicola Willis updates us on the fuel stock situation, which is stable, but a poll claims NZ is heading in the "wrong direction" See…
The SME StreamNicola Willis: Finance Minister on the increase in fuel prices as a result of the Middle East conflict
The Finance Minister says these increasing fuel prices will be tough on Kiwis as the Middle East conflict continues on. Fuel supplies remain stable with the…
The SME StreamThe Country 07/04/26: Damien O'Connor talks to Jamie Mackay
Labour’s trade spokesperson talks about the Indian FTA, what’s going down in his old West Coast - Tasman electorate, and why he defends the…