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The SME StreamPerpetual Guardian's Patrick Gamble: What he learned from his own financial hardships and property mistakes
This week, Perpetual Guardian chief executive Patrick Gamble shares his best and worst money stories with Liam Dann, including his family's life changing move…
The SME StreamLiz Koh: Enriched Retirement Founder on health insurance in New Zealand, if employers should pay for it
Should your job provide health insurance coverage? There are calls for a fringe benefit tax break as a Council report reveals people are twice as likely to…
The SME StreamJeremy Hutton: Milford Asset Management expert on Ryman Healthcare leading the NZX for July
Ryman Healthcare's share price has gone up for the first half of July, leading experts to speculate about the company's future. This follows a downturn from…
The SME StreamKerre Woodham: Times have changed, does our tax system need to as well?
Yesterday we were talking about Chlöe Swarbrick's grand plans for economic reform, and today brings another interesting suggestion for economic reform…
The SME StreamKirk Hope: Financial Services Commission CEO on the case for making changes to the Fringe Benefit Tax
New research from the Financial Services Council reveals that New Zealanders are quick to insure their cars, homes, and gadgets - but they're far less likely…
The SME StreamTrump tariff deadline changes again: Will they finally arrive and what does it mean for NZ?
The Trump tariffs are inching closer and closer towards becoming a reality. While they were meant to kick into gear last week, they've been delayed again…
The SME StreamShane Solly: Harbour Asset Management spokesperson on the market reactions to Donald Trump threatening higher tariffs
US President Donald Trump is renewing his threats to Canada, vowing to slap a 35 percent tariff on its goods. He says he'll impose the tariff on Canadian goods…
The SME StreamBrad Olsen: Buyers shouldn't wait for more OCR cuts
New reports show the to cost to build is up. The OCR was also left unchanged this week - and it's expected to stay at 3.25% Should buyers look into property…
The SME StreamMelissa Chan-Green on life after Newshub and finding a new purpose after redundancy
It’s one thing to decide to move on from a job or career, but what happens when you’re at the top of your game and your job just... evaporates?…
The SME StreamChlöe Swarbrick on the Green's economic plans and why NZ should consider a tax on the ultra-rich
Should the ultra-wealthy pay more tax? It’s a debate that’s continued for decades, even centuries. From Ancient Athens to present day, the idea has…
The SME StreamTracksuit takes Times Square
[VIDEO EPISODE ON YOUTUBE & SPOTIFY] Tracksuit just closed a US$25 million funding round to push its brand tracking tool into boardrooms, including in the…
The SME StreamRachel Simpson: Business NZ Education Specialist on the need to update vocational skills and training
Many Kiwis are studying or training in skills that aren't needed in the job market. That's the warning from Business NZ as the Government reviews New Zealand's…
The SME StreamLeigh Hodgetts: Finance and Mortgage Association Country Manager on the Reserve Bank holding the OCR
Mortgage-holders will be holding their breath in after yesterday's OCR announcement. The Reserve Bank's opted to keep the Official Cash Rate unchanged at 3.25%…
The SME StreamSME Stream Weekly Wrap - 11th July
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 StreamGirls Get Off co-founders Viv Conway and Jo Cummins: Behind the scenes of the business the banks didn't want to touch
This week, the co-founders behind sexual wellness brand Girls Get Off, Viv Conway and Jo Cummins, join Liam to discuss how their different experiences at…
The SME StreamNicola Willis: Finance Minister on businesses and economic recovery
The Finance Minister says businesses should be more confident about the economic recovery. The Reserve Bank's been weighing up lower-than-expected growth and…
The SME StreamRemy Morgan: Milford Asset Management expert on the market reactions to the RBNZ leaving the OCR on hold
The Reserve Bank left the OCR on hold at 3.25 percent - with the bank claiming it was waiting for more economic data. Economists widely suspected the RBNZ…
The SME StreamBrad Olsen: Infometrics principal economist on the Reserve Bank keeping the OCR unchanged
Another cut to the Official Cash Rate still looks more likely than not, according to one expert. The Reserve Bank's kept the OCR unchanged at 3.25 percent…
The SME StreamCatherine Beard: Business NZ Advocacy Manager on the tariffs on US trade
New Zealand isn't likely to get a better deal than we're currently getting, when it comes to trade with the US. Almost all goods to the US now face a 10% base…
The SME StreamPaul Bloxham: HSBC chief economist on the Reserve Bank of Australia holding rates at 3.85 percent
The Reserve Bank of Australia has defied market expectations by leaving its cash rate target unchanged at 3.85 percent. Market expectations were for the…
The SME StreamCatherine Beard: BusinessNZ Advocacy Director on the Government's first AI strategy
Hopes a move to boost New Zealand's use of AI will get small businesses on board. Science Minister Shane Reti's announced the Government's first strategy for…
The SME StreamShane Solly: Harbour Asset Management spokesperson on the market reactions to Trump's newest tariff threats
Time's ticking for US trade partners to sign tariff deals with Donald Trump. In April, the President announced most countries, including New Zealand, would…
The SME StreamMartin Hawes: Self-employed people will be hit hardest by KiwiSaver cuts
This week, the Government's KiwiSaver contribution was halved under budget changes. Employers will also have to fork out a mandatory 4% contribution to adjust…
The SME StreamFrom Lego to handbags - could your collections be the secret to unlocking your investment portfolio?
When it comes to investing, we all know the usual suspects – shares, bonds, property, gold. But the latest Financial Services Council report found 7% of…
The SME StreamMike's Minute: Your retirement savings are in your own hands
There was a survey out last week that broadly supported the Government’s moves around KiwiSaver, as in the 3% and 3% going to 4% and 4%. But they wanted…
The SME StreamKelvin Davidson: Cotality Chief Property Economist on property values growing slightly in June
New Zealand’s property values are ticking back up again. New data from Cotality has revealed a 0.2% national increase in June, reversing the 0.1% falls…
The SME StreamSME Stream Weekly Wrap - 4th July
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 StreamContented AI’s quest to turn conversations into business gold
By now, you’ve probably participated in a video conference call that’s been recorded and automatically transcribed, with a meeting summary sent to…
The SME StreamDame Julie Chapman: How an abusive relationship shaped her move into charities like KidsCan
This week, the founder and CEO of KidsCan and Pet Refuge, Dame Julie Chapman, shares her best and worst money stories with Liam Dann, from how she originally…
The SME StreamOpenAI investor Vinod Khosla reveals BIGGEST risk
Billionaire venture capitalist Vinod Khosla believes the greatest risk of artificial intelligence is not the technology itself, but who holds its power. In…
The SME StreamJenee Tibshraeny: NZ Herald Wellington business editor on the ACC tightening up claims payouts
Reports reveal ACC is planning to be more scrupulous when paying claims, as the Government pressures it to run a tighter ship. The state insurer has committed…
The SME StreamJeremy Hutton: Milford Asset Management Equities Analyst on the current state of the global markets in 2025
2025 is halfway over - so how are the global markets holding up, and what can investors expect for the second half of the year? Several key markets have…
The SME StreamJason Stockill: Woolworths Retail and Franchise Director on new retail crime changes
Woolworths says it takes a community effort to curb retail crime. Justice Minister Paul Goldsmith has unveiled the plan for Police to issue infringement fines…
The SME StreamCatherine Beard: Business NZ Advocacy Director on the establishment of Invest New Zealand
Business NZ's Advocacy Director says Invest New Zealand is looking to hire people with an array of international connections. The government organisation's…
The SME StreamThe Māori Millionaire Te Kahukura Boynton on her financial, mindset and health journey
The Māori Millionaire Te Kahukura Boynton is a young wahine on a mission to change not just her own money mindset and financial trajectory, but that of her…
The SME StreamThomas Coughlan: NZ Herald political editor on Chris Luxon discussing NZ's economic prospects following China visit
The Prime Minister is talking up our economic prospects - in challenging global times. He's just returned from meeting leaders in China and Europe, as mid-east…
The SME StreamMonika Lacey: Centrix Chief Operating Officer on the latest figures on consumer arrears and company liquidations
Positive signs when it comes to consumer arrears, but some businesses are still doing it tough. The latest Centrix data for June shows the number of people…
The SME StreamMax Whitehead: Work impacts your happiness in life
New employment data reveals work-life balance is the top reason people leave their job. Additionally, more people are working past the retirement age. Are…
The SME StreamHow to raise $100m with Halter's unicorn founder
In this interview, Craig Piggott gives advice to entrepreneurs on raising US$100m from Silicon Valley venture capital firms that have backed Airbnb, Meta &…
The SME StreamSandy Lau: Superannuation will cost us more in the future
IRD reports that New Zealand will need to restructure the tax system to fund the superannuation. Capital gains tax could be on the table, and even a GST hike…
The SME StreamJohn MacDonald: How would you feel about paying more tax?
How do you feel about the prospect of paying higher income tax rates and more GST? I think it’s inevitable. So does the Inland Revenue Department…
The SME StreamCarolyn Young: Retail NZ Chief Executive on government expected to revamp shoplifting and trespassing laws
Shoplifting and trespassing laws are expected to get a revamp this week. Newstalk ZB understands policy changes relating to Retail Crime Ministerial Advisory…
The SME StreamGeof Nightingale: Tax expert on the proposed increase in GST
A draft Inland Revenue briefing supports lifting the GST rate if required - and notes tax credits could help people on lower incomes. The IRD briefing also…
The SME StreamSunny Kaushal: Retail Crime Ministerial Advisory Group Chair says retailers are excited over law changes
There's excitement over expected changes to the way authorities deal with retail crime. Newstalk ZB understands Justice Minister Paul Goldsmith will be…
The SME StreamFrom healthy homes to golden visas: How July 1 changes could affect you
On July 1st, a series of changes are due to be implemented by the Government – and some of them will have a direct impact on your day to day. Notably…
The SME StreamSME Stream Weekly Wrap - 27th June
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 StreamEntrepreneur Derek Handley on tech, housing, and getting dumped by Jacinda Ardern's government
This week, Liam is joined by entrepreneur Derek Handley to discuss his varied career in the tech and startup space and how that has changed over the last two…
The SME StreamKiwi businesses shift gears: Optimism, innovation, and ambitions for growth
This week on The Business of Tech podcast, we unpack the sixth annual 2degrees Shaping Business Study, a barometer for the mood and ambitions of Kiwi business…
The SME StreamJenee Tibshraeny: NZ Herald Wellington business editor on the new reports claiming the Banking Association lobbied the Government
New reports reveal the Government did get lobbied by the Banking Association over a proposed law change to prevent costly class action lawsuits. Minister Scott…
The SME StreamRockets to Ranches: How Halter hit US$1b valuation
[VIDEO EPISODE ON YOUTUBE & SPOTIFY] Craig Piggott left Rocket Lab to build cow collars and create a virtual fencing company - now Halter's technology is…
The SME StreamPaul Bloxham: HSBC chief economist on what recent GDP figures mean for the economy
According to one expert, last week's GDP figures are a sign New Zealand's economy is on the up. Stats NZ says our gross domestic product grew a strong 0.8…
The SME StreamWhy US$42b DataDog is going all in on AI
[VIDEO EPISODE ON YOUTUBE & SPOTIFY] The enterprise software company DataDog is investing almost US$1b a year into artificial intelligence. Can it ride the AI…
The SME StreamWhy are we so reluctant to take out personal insurance?
New Zealanders are among the most underinsured in the OECD, according to the Financial Services Council. We insure our cars, our houses and our other stuff…
The SME StreamLiam Dann: NZ Herald Business Editor on the GDP rising by 0.8%
GDP figures just out are stronger than economists had forecast. Stats NZ says New Zealand's gross domestic product grew 0.8% in the March quarter &ndash…
The SME StreamSam Dickie: Fisher Funds expert on how investors can prepare for geopolitical disruptions
The Israel-Iran conflict has continued on for a week - and it's seen markets dropping as more fear the conflict intensifying. Experts also believes markets are…
The SME StreamLiam Dann: NZ Herald business editor at large unpacks recent GDP data for first quarter of 2025
New data out of Stats NZ reveals the country's gross domestic product grew by 0.8 percent in the first quarter of 2025. It's a stronger result than predicted…
The SME StreamSME Stream Weekly Wrap - 20th May
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 StreamTim Tams, Canva, and reimagining your business with AI
Tracy Sheen isn’t your typical artificial intelligence guru. “I am looking forward to stirring the AI pot with you, Peter,” Sheen told me at…
The SME StreamNew Atomic Age: Inside America’s nuclear energy effort
[VIDEO EPISODE ON YOUTUBE & SPOTIFY] Valar Atomics plans to build tens of thousands of small modular nuclear reactors to power data centres and other…
The SME StreamIcehouse CEO Olivia Blaylock: How cancer and the GFC informed how she runs her businesses
This week, CEO of The Icehouse Olivia Blaylock shares her best and worst money stories with Liam Dann - from her start in the business world, her experience…