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The SME StreamNichole Lewis: Townhouses are a bad investment
New builds and townhouses alike have become the best option for first home buyers looking to get into the market. Townhouses offer a lower-cost alternative to…
The SME StreamWhat do professional investors do when the world is on fire?
When news of events like the war in Iran hit share markets – everyday investors often act on instinct, but what do professional investors do? This week…
The SME StreamJohn Stevenson: Fonterra Co-operative Council Chair says farmers are planning investments after Fonterra sale
Many Fonterra dairy farmers are planning to invest their upcoming capital return back into their farms. The dairy co-op's been given the green light by…
The SME StreamCarolyn Young: Retail NZ Chief Executive says prices in her sector will increase soon
The conflict in Iran won't just affect petrol. Retail NZ Chief Executive Carolyn Young says prices in her domain haven't increased yet, but they will soon. She…
The SME StreamEpisode 57, Part 2: Prime Minister Christopher Luxon
In Leaders Getting Coffee episode 57 part 2, we continue out chat with The Right Honourable Christopher Luxon, Prime Minister of New Zealand. Following on from…
The SME StreamSME Stream Weekly Wrap - 06 March
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 StreamBusiness: oil and gas prices, and the Warkworth to Te Hana highway
Garth Bray joins the show to chat the latest business news, with thanks to Forsyth Barr See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The SME StreamSam Dickie: Fisher Funds expert on what investors should be thinking about when it comes to the Middle East crisis
Punishing strikes continue across the Middle East as Iran retaliates to US-Israeli attacks - with Gulf states busy blocking incoming fire. Israel continues to…
The SME StreamRural Update: Profitability at all-time high, but farmers remain cautious
Latest confidence survey shows 70% of farms are turning a profit. Federated Farmers president Wayne Langford joins the show to discuss. See…
The SME StreamAustralia's new unicorn and its digital twins
This week on The Business of Tech, I talk to Neara co‑founder Jack Curtis about how a “physics-based digital twin” of electricity grids is changing…
The SME Stream(#93) Why Successful Women Still Get Paid Less (And How to Change It)
In this episode, I dive into the uncomfortable truth about why successful women are still getting paid less - even when we’re outperforming everyone…
The SME StreamTodd McClay: Trade Minister on New Zealand’s export boom accelerating
New Zealand’s export boom is accelerating. New international trade figures show exports climbed to 29.2 billion dollars in the December quarter - up 2.2…
The SME StreamJenee Tibshraeny: NZ Herald Wellington business editor on the increase in new lending going to first-home buyers with small deposits
A record portion of new bank lending to first-home buyers is going to those with small deposits. More than half of the $1.1 billion lent to first-home buyers…
The SME StreamKatherine Rich: Business NZ CEO on exports rising to $29.9 billion in the December quarter
New Zealand’s exports are booming, driven by rising global demand for food. New trade figures show exports surged to $29.2 billion dollars in the…
The SME StreamThe Country 03/03/26: Cameron Bagrie talks to Jamie Mackay
Independent economist comments on the state of the world economy as war breaks out in the Middle East. We talk trade implications, interest and exchange rates…
The SME StreamGas and house prices - what's happening?
Garth Bray joins Ryan to talk business thanks to Forsyth Barr See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The SME StreamChris Hipkins responds to Middle East-US conflict, NZ living costs and KiwiSaver 2.0
The Labour leader joins Ryan to discuss some of the day's most pressing concerns See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The SME StreamDehardt van der Merwe: Propopoly founder on what the company hopes to do for Kiwis
Propopoly is a startup that aims to give everyday New Zealanders a chance to enjoy the benefits of being a property developer. The business allows people to…
The SME StreamWhat will be the economic fall-out of the Iran war
US Market expert Greg Boland with an update on the markets, following escalating conflict in the Middle East. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy…
The SME StreamRebecca Ingram: Tourism Industry Aotearoa CEO on tourism spending reaching $46.6 billion
Tourism continues to be a major force in the economy. Stats NZ says it shows tourism spending in New Zealand has hit $46.6 billion, up 3.3% on last year…
The SME StreamHuia Burt: Electric Kiwi CEO on the new rules faced by power companies to increase transparency
The Electricity Authority is being accused of tinkering around the edges instead of solving the real issues with the electricity market. The authority will…
The SME StreamKiwiSaver 2.0 - $5000 free from birth
Business leader Fraser Whineray reveals his idea for KiwiSaver 2.0 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The SME StreamNicola Willis: Finance Minister on what the Middle East conflict could do to oil prices
The conflict has seen oil prices jump, and could mean higher costs at the pump. But Finance Minister Nicola Willis says it doesn't mean we need to re-think the…
The SME StreamBrad Olsen: Infometrics Principal Economist on the economic implications of the ongoing crisis in the Middle East
There's concerns about what the ongoing conflict in the Middle East could do for oil prices and inflation. Iran's sent retaliation strikes across the Middle…
The SME StreamDoes KiwiSaver still work?
Debate suggests a change is needed See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The SME StreamShane Solly: Harbour Asset Management expert on the market reactions to the Iran conflict
The recent conflict in the Middle East has sparked concerns about the wide-reaching implications for the global economy. The US and Israel launched strikes at…
The SME StreamMonika Lacey: Centrix Chief Operating Officer on consumer credit demand rising and arrears beginning to dip year on year
Promising signs when it comes to consumer arrears. The latest Centrix data shows the number of people behind on their payments in January was 491 thousand…
The SME StreamMartin Hawes: Are you losing money on ethical investing?
Ethical investing seems to be a hot topic when it comes to choosing an investment fund or KiwiSaver provider. I've often heard providers boast that their fund…
The SME Stream(#92) Why Saturated Markets Are the Best Places to Start a Business in 2026
In this episode, I break down why saturated markets aren’t something to avoid - they’re actually the smartest and most profitable places to start a…
The SME StreamNicola Willis: KiwiSaver changes to loosen restrictions on rural investors
The Government has highlighted issues within the KiwiSaver Act that have prevented a number of Kiwis from using their accounts to buy a home. Many workers in…
The SME StreamNicola Willis: Finance Minister discusses making KiwiSaver easier to access for rural workers
A barrier stopping rural workers from using KiwiSaver is being lifted. Farm workers, rural teachers, police and defence staff have been unable to make…
The SME StreamGareth Edgecombe: T&G Global Chief Executive discusses strong financial result from premium apple demand
Premium apple demand is at the core of a strong financial result for T&G Global. Its revenue has increased by 14% to $1.6 billion and its net profit after tax…
The SME StreamBusiness: Nvidia's record results, financial services bigger than agriculture, PR firm’s $3.2m success fee
The latest in business news with Garth Bray. Thanks to Forsyth Barr. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The SME StreamKarl Dean: Federated Farmers Dairy Chair says new KiwiSaver rules are a win for rural staff
Farmers say new KiwiSaver rules are a win for rural staff looking to buy property. Farm workers, rural teachers, police and defence personnel can now use…
The SME StreamBusiness: Volumes up for Port of Tauranga, Vista back in the black, valuations trim Summerset
Garth Bray joins Ryan Bridge Today to talk the day's biggest business stories. Thanks to Forsyth Barr. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The SME StreamRob Heyes: Infometrics principal consultant says benefit sanctions aren't working
An economist says benefit sanctions aren't working. The traffic light system was introduced last year and beneficiaries who failed obligations like taking part…
The SME StreamSME Stream Weekly Wrap - 27 February
"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…
The SME StreamNikhil Ravishankar: Air New Zealand CEO on the company's $40 million half-year loss
Air New Zealand is fighting with one hand tied behind its back facing local costs its international competitors avoid. The national airline's announced a $40…
The SME StreamBusiness: NZ national cybersecurity strategy overdue
Garth Bray joins Ryan to talk business with thanks to Forsyth Barr. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The SME StreamNick Tuffley: ASB Chief Economist on the rising confidence in the housing market
More New Zealanders are putting their faith back into the housing market. ASB's latest survey shows confidence has lifted sharply this quarter, with…
The SME StreamThe Country 26/02/26: Don Fraser talks to Jamie Mackay
With dairy farming for the 24/25 season at record production and income export levels, a well-known rural finance commentator comments on the multiplier effect…
The SME StreamEpisode 57: The Right Honourable Christopher Luxon, Prime Minister of New Zealand
In Leaders Getting Coffee episode 57, our guest is The Right Honourable Christopher Luxon, Prime Minister of New Zealand. A typical Kiwi upbringing was a…
The SME StreamInside the levitation lab: OpenStar’s quest for energy’s Holy Grail
A half-tonne metal “donut” silently floating in a vacuum chamber in Wellington might sound like science fiction. But as you’ll hear in the…
The SME StreamThe Country 25/02/26: Christopher Luxon talks to Jamie Mackay
The PM ponders Trump’s tariffs and the potential of selling Pāmu. He also discusses the industry kickback against the RMA rural reforms and falling…
The SME StreamMike Roan: Meridian Energy CEO on the company delivering a higher than expected net profit
A positive financial result has gentailer Meridian thinking about infrastructure upgrades. It recorded a half year profit after tax of $227 million. Chief…
The SME StreamLandlords wary over Labour's plans for interest deductibility
NZ Property Investors Federation's Matt Ball joins Ryan to discuss the concerns See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The SME StreamThe Country 25/02/26: Stephen Guerin talks to Jamie Mackay
PGG Wrightson’s chief executive is naturally upbeat about his company’s good half-year result, a barometer of the positivity in the rural New…
The SME StreamAndrew Curtayne: Milford Asset Management expert on what Anthropic's Claude AI is doing to the markets
AI firm Anthropic has made upgrades to their Claude model and it's sparked concerns about what this could mean for markets and jobs. Claude specialises in…
The SME StreamCampbell Parker: Dairy NZ CEO on the industry's highest production and export earnings ever
It feels like the golden days for dairy farmers as they celebrate a record-breaking year. Dairy NZ's annual state of the dairy nation report shows farmers…
The SME StreamDame Marilyn Waring: former National MP on the final report into the Government's pay equity law changes
Findings claim the Government extinguishing pay-equity claims destroyed an earlier system that was fit for purpose. The People's Select Committee - a group of…
The SME StreamTariff ripples hit US markets, FPH lifts guidance, which regions led retail spending revival
Garth Bray joins Ryan to talk about the latest in markets thanks to Forsyth Barr. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The SME StreamBunnings' new partnership with Uber Eats signal a quiet evolution
Uber Eats will offer over 30,000 hardware, gardening and trade supplies on their app. CEO of Gorilla Technology joins Ryan to talk about what this means for…
The SME StreamPwC CEO on whether New Zealand businesses will be able to keep up with AI
PwC's annual CEO survey found a majority of bosses are most concerned about AI. PwC CEO. Andrew Holmes, joins Ryan to discuss the concerns. See…
The SME StreamMercury steady on guidance, red meat boosts PPGF Wrightson, NZME posts 15% earnings lift
Garth Bray joins Ryan to discuss the flurry of half year results that have been released with thanks to Forsyth Barr. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy…
The SME StreamWarren Ngan Woo: Westpac's Financial Wellbeing programme manager on the reports revealing less Kiwis have emergency savings
The cost of living is hitting Kiwis hard, with new data showing Aucklanders are more likely to be worse off. More than a third of New Zealanders have a savings…
The SME Stream(#91) How to Start a Business in 2026 (Even If You Have No Idea What You’re Doing)
In this episode, I walk you through exactly how to start a business in 2026 - even if you have no idea what you’re doing. From finding your first…
The SME StreamChris Luxon: Prime Minister discusses Tariffs, 'Move-on order' and Auckland Housing
The Prime Minister says visitors should be able to enjoy new investments in our city-centres - without feeling intimidated. The Government's introducing…
The SME StreamCameron Bagrie: Economist on new Trump tariffs' impact for kiwis
On Saturday Donald Trump announced a 10% levy on all goods coming into the US in response to the Supreme Court ruling his other tariffs unconstitutional. The…
The SME StreamThe Country 23/02/26: Todd McClay talks to Jamie Mackay
The Minister of Trade tries to clear up some of the confusion surrounding the latest on the Trump tariffs and the Indian FTA. See omnystudio.com/listener for…
The SME StreamCould Kiwi businesses get refunds on Trump's tariffs?
Trade Minister Todd McClay on what the latest twist in the tariffs story means for businesses in NZ. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.