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The SME StreamDellwyn Stuart: Mind the Gap co-founder on the gender pay gap at the lowest it's ever been
Belief an improving gender pay gap is due to a weaker labour market. Stats NZ's revealed the difference in pay between women and men fell to 5.2% in the June…
The SME StreamKelvin Davidson: Cotality Chief Property Economist on the housing value-to-income ratio reaching its lowest since mid-2019
Lower mortgage rates and income growth have helped improve housing affordability. Cotality NZ’s new report finds the national value-to-income ratio…
The SME StreamBrad Olsen: Infometrics Principal Economist on NZ's gender pay gap narrowing to record low
A build-up of industry income changes could have driven the pay gap between men and women to a historic low. The pay gap for the June quarter is sitting at 5.2…
The SME StreamQuantum tech's next era – A Kiwi quantum physicist on its potential
As the global race to develop quantum computers heats up, New Zealand is working on specialist areas of technology that could add crucial elements to the…
The SME StreamRobbie Paul: Icehouse Ventures CEO on the number of young Kiwi start-ups and investors
Do younger Kiwis still have that No.8 wire mentality? While some are concerned the younger generation is settling as opposed to striving and investing in their…
The SME StreamErica Stanford: Immigration Minister on the new Business Investor Visa
The number of people coming in on the Government's new Business Investor Visa could be limited. It'll fast track residency for any foreign investors who put $2…
The SME StreamJohn MacDonald: The KiwiSaver divide that needs sorting
I think it would be very easy to push-back on Retirement Commissioner Jane Wrightson’s call for changes to the KiwiSaver scheme to make it easier for…
The SME StreamGeof Nightingale: Independent tax expert on the new migrant tax rules
A view that new migrant tax rules will put us on par with other countries. The Government's proposing a bill to stop migrants being taxed on estimated overseas…
The SME StreamJamie Mackay: The Country host on the Reserve Bank's decision to review bank capital rules
The Reserve Bank's move to review banking capital rules has been welcomed by Federated Farmers. Banking spokesperson Mark Hooper says the stricter rules make…
The SME StreamMatt Goodson: Salt Funds managing director on the increased overseas interest in NZ companies
According to new reports, overseas interest in NZ-based companies is at a record high. A new survey by Simpson Grierson says 49 percent of international…
The SME StreamJames Fuller: Hnry CEO on the number of self-employed people opting out of KiwiSaver
Self-employed people are opting out of KiwiSaver, putting their retirements at risk. A new report from the Retirement Commission and accounting firm Hnry's…
The SME StreamSam Stubbs: Simplicity Founder on the potential changes to banks' capital requirements
A reassurance that banking won't be much riskier even if capital rules are changed. The Reserve Bank's put out two proposals to loosen capital requirements…
The SME StreamNeil Quigley: Reserve Bank Board Chair on the review of capital requirements
The Reserve Bank says it wasn't dragged kicking and screaming to a review of capital rules. It's put out two proposals aimed at loosening capital requirements…
The SME StreamDr Claire Matthews: Head of Massey University's Finance school on the Reserve Bank's proposed changes to capital lending
A banking expert believes changes to capital requirements would impact home loans and other lending. The Reserve Bank's seeking feedback on proposals to lower…
The SME StreamShane Solly: Harbour Asset Management on the US Federal Reserve hinting at rate cuts
US Federal Reserve chair Jerome Powell has indicated rate cuts could be on the cards soon. Powell indicated the tariffs were making an inflationary impact, but…
The SME StreamJane Wrightson: Retirement Commissioner on the number of self-employed people contributing to their KiwiSaver
Self-employed Kiwis are prioritising their businesses rather than thinking about retirement. A report by the Retirement Commission and accounting firm Hnry…
The SME StreamAndrew Bascand: The OCR won't solve anything
The OCR got another cut this week, now down to 3%. While there have been questions for a while around whether banks are passing the cuts down to consumers, the…
The SME StreamWhy moving up the property ladder is harder than getting on it
You got into your first home unscathed, so buying again will be a breeze, right? Wrong. When it comes to moving up the property ladder, going from your first…
The SME StreamJohn Battersby: The balancing act between our economy and our alliances
The Government has announced a $2.7 billion defence spending boost to upgrade the aircraft fleet. The money will be spent on five Seahawk helicopters and two…
The SME StreamTodd Stephenson: Finance and Expenditure committee member says barriers need to be lowered for foreign banks
Parliament's finance and expenditure committee released the findings of its banking inquiry today, making 19 recommendations - 14 of which have cross-party…
The SME StreamBehind DroneShield’s Major Military Expansion
[VIDEO EPISODE ON YOUTUBE & SPOTIFY] Drones were harmed in the making of this episode, and that’s exactly the point. This episode takes you behind…
The SME StreamSam Dickie: Fisher Funds expert on the success of Tencent
While experts are weighing up the results of US-based tech giants, one Chinese company is dominating markets. Tencent is a Chinese multinational technology…
The SME StreamJordan Boyle: employment lawyer on the House passing new pay transparency laws
Workers are now able to speak freely about their salaries, and it's got experts speculating about what this means for Kiwis. The House passed a new law last…
The SME StreamAdrienne Begbie: Prospa Managing Director on the impact of the latest OCR cut
Will the latest cut to the Official Cash Rate provide some much-needed stimulus to the business sector? The central bank's cut the OCR 25 basis points to 3%…
The SME StreamMike's Minute: We're still talking about working from home
One of the "never the twain shall meet" moments that came out of Covid was working from home. Here we are, five years on, and the battle has not only not died…
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Bonus Episode - Cybersecurity
In this bonus episode of The SME Stream, brought to you by BNZ, host Wilhelmina Shrimpton sits down with tech expert Paul Spain to talk all things…
The SME StreamSME Stream Weekly Wrap - 21 August
As business owners, you know how hard it is keeping up with your business, let alone the news. Join Wilhelmina Shrimpton each week as she gives you a rundown…
The SME StreamBree Tomasel on being a "shit-talking hustler"
Broadcaster, author and Taskmaster NZ star Bree Tomasel reckons her whole job can be summed up as “talking shit for a living.” But behind the…
The SME StreamRemy Morgan: Milford Asset Management expert on the market reactions to the OCR cut
The Reserve Bank cut the OCR by 25 basis points to three percent today, but the markets still saw some surprises. Today's cut was divisive, with 2 of the 6…
The SME StreamQuantum tech's next era – A Kiwi quantum physicist on its potential
As the global race to develop quantum computers heats up, New Zealand is working on specialist areas of technology that could add crucial elements to the…
The SME StreamChristian Hawkesby: Reserve Bank Governor on the OCR cut, inflation
The Reserve Bank Governor is defending not going harder with cuts to the Official Cash Rate. The cash rate has been cut 25 basis points to 3%. But it's…
The SME StreamNicola Willis: Finance Minister on Reserve Bank cutting the OCR
A steady slide to the OCR is gently flowing through to households. The Reserve Bank's cut the cash rate from 5.5% to 3% over the past 13 months and is also…
The SME StreamBarry Soper: Newstalk ZB senior political correspondent on the Reserve Bank cutting the OCR to 3 percent
The Reserve Bank is signalling further OCR cuts, but making no promises. It's slashed the cash rate 25 basis points today, to 3 percent. Newstalk ZB senior…
The SME StreamPaul Bloxham: HSBC chief economist on whether the OCR will be cut tomorrow
The Reserve Bank is widely expected to cut the OCR tomorrow, according to new reports. The OCR is currently sitting at 3.25 percent and the major banks have…
The SME StreamGareth Morgan: former economist and investment manager responds to investment scam deepfake
Former economist and investment manager Gareth Morgan was caught off-guard by an AI deepfake using his voice and likeness, and he's warned people to be…
The SME StreamCarl Taylor: Combined Building Supplies Co-Op CEO on the signs of recovery in the construction sector
There are tentative signs of recovery, as a troubled construction sector looks to turn the corner. A new report shows the sector generated $94 billion in…
The SME StreamMark Troughear: Freightways CEO on the rise in net profits for the year
Financial results are coming in thick and fast. a2 Milk is reporting a 21% rise in profit alongside announcing it has bought the Yashili plant in Pokeno. It's…
The SME StreamShane Solly: Harbour Asset Management spokesperson on the financial results coming through this week
Financial results are coming in thick and fast. a2 Milk is reporting a 21 percent rise in profit - alongside announcing it bought the Yashili plant in Pokeno…
The SME StreamTo claim or not to claim? Tax deductibility explained
Tax deductions can be confusing, especially when you’re trying to figure out what you can and can’t claim if you're running a business or are…
The SME StreamThomas Scrimgeour: New Zealand could secure a place in the global AI economy with a sustainable data centre
New Zealand could secure a place in the global AI economy with a sustainable data centre Research by the Maxim Institute has looked at leveraging the country's…
The SME StreamBrad Olsen: Infometrics Principal Economist on debt nearing $1 trillion
We are well on our way to a collective one trillion dollars in debt. In the year to the end of May, New Zealand hit just over 870-billion in gross debt - up…
The SME StreamInside a 1950’s Hydro Power Station!
[VIDEO EPISODE ON YOUTUBE & SPOTIFY] Power generator Mercury is investing $550 million into three of its historic hydro stations, aged between 64 to 75 years…
The SME StreamFelicity Roxburgh: NZ International Business Forum Executive Director on exports, impact of trade wars
New Zealand exporters are remaining upbeat. The latest Export New Zealand DHL Export Barometer shows about four in five have maintained or increased export…
The SME StreamSME Stream Weekly Wrap - 14 August
As business owners, you know how hard it is keeping up with your business, let alone the news. Join Wilhelmina Shrimpton each week as she gives you a rundown…
The SME StreamSovereign or sidelined?: Making the case for Kiwi-controlled AI
As US tech companies double down on artificial intelligence, pouring billions into new data centres and offering eye-watering compensation packages to secure…
The SME StreamMichael Luke: Milford Asset Management expert on what the new US inflation data means for the economy
US inflation held steady in July, with consumer prices rising 2.7 percent - depite the ongoing concerns around import tariffs. Figures are better than…
The SME StreamMichael Van De Elzen: From chicken manure to celebrity chef (but don’t call him that)
Chef, TV host and farmer Mike Van de Elzen has worked in some of the toughest kitchens in the world, from London’s high-pressure restaurant scene to…
The SME StreamJenee Tibshraeny: NZ Herald Wellington business editor on the Reserve Bank looking to cut 20 percent of staff
The Reserve Bank is moving to cut 20 percent of its staff in a bid to unwind the hiring spree by former Governor Adrian Orr. The restructure will see the net…
The SME StreamLen Houwers: Major Gas Users Group spokesperson on businesses struggling with high gas prices
Major gas users are looking to the Government for help, with many struggling with high prices. A survey by energy management company Optima and Business NZ…
The SME StreamShane Jones: Resources Minister reveals he's focusing on how to ration gas to keep businesses afloat Minister reveals he's focusing on how to ration gas to ke
Resources Minister Shane Jones is investigating whether to ration gas to keep some businesses going. Fertiliser co-operative Ballance last week revealed it's…
The SME StreamGreg Smith: Devon Funds Head of Retail on Spark selling 75 percent of its data centre business to Australia’s Pacific Equity Partners
Spark New Zealand is selling 75 percent of its data centre business for about half a billion dollars. Australian-owned Pacific Equity Partners is taking the…
The SME StreamGareth Kiernan: Infometrics Chief Forecaster on the number of businesses reporting losses
A growing number of businesses are reporting losses and economists have voiced concerns. IRD data shows that in the 2023 tax year, 107,360 companies out of…
The SME StreamTina Schirr: Business NZ Energy Council Executive Director on businesses being hit by surging gas prices
There's a view businesses have been taken by surprise by surging gas prices. Energy management company Optima and Business NZ's joint survey reveals gas prices…
The SME StreamShane Solly: Harbour Asset Management spokesperson on what the US CPI report means for rates
The next US Consumer Price Inflation report will be out this week, and economists are speculating about what this could mean going forward. Markets are keeping…
The SME StreamSimon Brown: Financial literacy is invaluable
Most New Zealanders consider themselves only “average” with money. In fact, a new study from Partners Life finds less than a quarter of New…
The SME StreamSide hustle secrets for financial freedom
Amid the soaring cost of everything from butter and cheese to rates and insurance, tips on how to trim your budget abound. But once that budget's cut to the…
The SME StreamAnduril’s Underwater World of Warfare (ft. Engineering VP)
Anduril has a plan to protect Western waters, involving extra-large autonomous submarines and torpedoes. Go inside the US$30.5b defense hardware…
The SME StreamDavid Cooper: CEO and Director of Malcom Pacific Immigration discusses the two new work visas being introduced by the government
Two new seasonal visas have been unveiled, allowing the likes of rural contractors or chairlift operators to return for up to three years or stay for up to…
The SME StreamEconomic worries putting pressure on National as parties lay groundwork for next election
Cost of living and the economy remains top of the agenda for National. Prime Minister Christopher Luxon’s already touting his leadership as one…
The SME StreamSam Dickie: Fisher Funds expert on how investors can respond to the ongoing global uncertainty
2025 has been regarded as a challenging year for economic forecasting, with experts stumped about what decisions to make. Traditional indicators have been…