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The SME StreamShamubeel Eaqub: We have to move toward he Australian retirement model
Research by Shamubeel Eaqub finds only 32% of New Zealanders are satisfied with their financial situation, compared to 60% of Australians. He finds higher…
The SME StreamWhy commercial property could be your next investment opportunity
Kiwis are pretty familiar with the idea of investing in property, but more often than not, it’s in houses, apartments, or other types of residential…
The SME StreamWhy the US Dollar is Losing its Power
[VIDEO EPISODE ON YOUTUBE & SPOTIFY] The US dollar is weakening, giving rise to other currencies. Is it about to be replaced as the world reserve currency? The…
The SME StreamLiam Dann: NZ Herald business editor at large speculates about unemployment numbers ahead of next week's data
The next set of unemployment figures are due to be released next week - and speculation indicates they'll go up even higher. Unemployment was sitting at 5.1…
The SME StreamSME Stream Weekly Wrap - 2nd 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 StreamBreaking Big Tech’s grip: Paris Marx on New Zealand’s digital future
New Zealand, like many smaller nations, has become deeply reliant on American technology platforms for everything from government operations to daily business…
The SME StreamLeon Kingi: Otaki Business Association Member on the state of the town after the opening of the Peka Peka to Ōtaki Expressway
Although some towns are feeling the pinch after the opening of motorways that bypass their towns, not all are struggling. More than 22,500 vehicles used to…
The SME StreamSam Trethewey: Milford Asset Management Portfolio Manager on the Trump tariffs starting to impact corporate earnings
US earnings season has started up again - and new reports indicate Donald Trump's tariffs are starting to bite. Companies across the US have reported shipping…
The SME StreamJenee Tibshraeny: NZ Herald Wellington business editor on the Reserve Bank buying up foreign currency assets
The Reserve Bank of New Zealand is continuing to buy foreign currency assets to give it more firepower, should it need to intervene in the market during a…
The SME StreamRichard Quest: Quest Means Business host on the first 100 days of Donald Trump's presidency, global impacts of the tariffs
It’s been 100 days since Donald Trump was sworn in as US President. His campaign was filled with promises of dramatic change, and he’s certainly…
The SME StreamRyan Bridge: Budget 2025 will be frugal, but will Budget 2026?
You can’t say we weren’t warned Nicola Willis would be taking to government spending like a butcher to a fresh carcass. She’s been saying it…
The SME StreamNick Brunsdon: Infometrics Principal Economist on the positive signs from the latest employment data
Employment data out today shows filled job numbers rose 0.2% in March. Primary industries led the growth up 04%. Infometrics Principal Economist Nick Brunsdon…
The SME StreamEP 05: It Takes Two to Business
It may take two and a half men to complete some tasks but when it comes to creating a success men's skincare brand it takes two, of a certain kind of dude!…
The SME StreamShane Solly: Harbour Asset Management spokesperson on capital markets stabilising
The first 100 days of the new Donald Trump administration have seen capital markets undergo a turbulent few months - but things appear to be stabilising. The…
The SME StreamRevealed: The business behind Auckland Football Club
[VIDEO EPISODE ON YOUTUBE & SPOTIFY] In one season the AFC has grown from an idea into an entertainment empire. This episode takes you inside the organisation…
The SME StreamChris Di Leva: The markets aren't looking too bad
It's a tough time for the markets and the volatility has been hard to keep track of. The tariffs have obviously had an impact - but some experts say AI…
The SME StreamHow financially resilient are Kiwis? New figures tell all
How long could you last if your income stopped tomorrow? Culd you handle a big, unexpected bill without going into debt? And how often do you worry about…
The SME StreamGreg Smith of Devon Funds Management on the latest tariff developments, trade war's impact on the US economy and the good news for US tech stocks
The stance may be softening in the trade war between China and the United States. Last week US President Trump said the initial 145 percent tariffs wouldn't…
The SME StreamLiam Dann: NZ Herald business editor at large on inflation expectations going up in new data
Consumer confidence has gone back up - but new data indicates people are also worried about inflation. The latest ANZ-Roy Morgan survey shows consumer…
The SME StreamSME Stream Weekly Wrap - 25th April
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 StreamHow NZ startups can win in India’s giant market
As global trade becomes increasingly protectionist, New Zealand’s tech sector faces a welcome anomaly for now: digital exports are tariff-free. Unlike…
The SME StreamStephanie Batchelor: Milford Asset Management expert on the sections of the market that have held up
Despite the negative press and volatile climate, some financial markets have managed to hold up solidly throughout 2025. The consumer staples industry - food…
The SME StreamJenee Tibshraeny: NZ Herald Wellington business editor on Nicola Willis rejecting claims of political interference on the Reserve Bank
The Finance Minister has adamantly denied any suggestions of the Government trying to interfere in the Reserve Bank. Critics have raised concerns that the…
The SME StreamNicola Willis: Finance Minister unveils plan to bring down deficit in 2025 Budget
There's less than a month to go until the 2025 Budget is unveiled - and the Finance Minister has been clear about the goals she aims to tackle. Nicola Willis…
The SME StreamJosh Tan: Export NZ Executive Director on the impact of Donald Trump's tariffs, International Monetary Fund slashing global growth forecasts
The International Monetary Fund is slashing its global growth forecasts due to impact of Donald Trump's tariffs, and expects the US to be hit particularly…
The SME StreamNick Brunsdon: Infometrics principal economist on goods exports going up by 19 percent
There's been some positive trade news. Stats NZ data shows goods exports rose 19 percent to $7.6 billion in March - compared to the same time a year ago. Milk…
The SME StreamRevealed: The business behind Auckland Football Club
[VIDEO EPISODE ON YOUTUBE & SPOTIFY] In one season the AFC has grown from an idea into an entertainment empire. This episode takes you inside the organisation…
The SME StreamThe Kiwi TikTok star behind Paloma Diamond on how to make it as a content creator
The path to becoming a social media influencer or content creator is one a lot of people aspire to these days - in fact, one survey suggested 57 percent for…
The SME StreamEP 04: In the Mood to Make a Business!
This episode of 'Bored to Boss' will put you in a good mood! Grab your Suntory Boss Coffee - It's brewed hot, chilled fast and perfect for an on-the-go podcast…
The SME StreamKatie Wesney: Financial Adviser and Coach on taking the fear out of investing
Investing can be an intimidating area and yet it may be one of the best ways to get ahead financially. But with a lot of us emotionally invested in our…
The SME StreamChristopher Luxon: Prime Minister on the trade relationship with the UK, Pope Francis' death, meeting with King Charles
Prime Minister Christopher Luxon has met with King Charles III at Buckingham Palace in London, just hours after the death of Pope Francis. Luxon confirmed he…
The SME StreamSam Dickie: Fisher Funds expert on the future of Trump's tariffs - and what it could mean for the economy
With China and the US promising trade war escalations, economists are speculating about the future of the tariffs and how they'll impact global economies. Some…
The SME StreamLiam Dann: NZ Herald Business Editor on the inflation rate rising to 2.5%
Inflation is officially on the rise again. The latest Stats NZ figures show the Consumers Price Index rose 2.5% in the year to March – up from a 2.2%…
The SME StreamLiam Dann: NZ Herald business editor at large on inflation going up higher than predicted
New data shows inflation's gone up again - and there's concerns about what it could mean going forward. The latest Stats NZ figures put the rate at 2.5…
The SME StreamGareth Kiernan: Infometrics Chief Forecaster on what Donald Trump's tariffs could mean for inflation going forward
US tariffs are expected to impact our next inflation figures, according to new reports. The rate increased in the three months to March to 2.5 percent - up…
The SME StreamSME Stream Weekly Wrap - 18th April
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 StreamChainsaws vs scalpels: How to do DOGE properly
Elon Musk’s Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) initiative has sparked global debate about balancing disruptive reform with sustainable public…
The SME StreamMiles Hurrell: Fonterra CEO on the impact of Donald Trump's tariffs on the global economy
Donald Trump's tariffs are having ripple effects here and everywhere. Infometrics is drastically reducing its GDP growth forecast from 2.6% to just 1%. Many…
The SME StreamThomas Coughlan: NZ Herald political editor on Nicola Willis reducing the Reserve Bank's funding
The Finance Minister has unveiled a major reduction to the Central Bank's planned spending. The Government and the Reserve Bank have agreed to reduce operating…
The SME StreamNicola Willis: Finance Minister says she's satisfied with the balance struck over Reserve Bank funding
The Finance Minister is confident in the operational funding she's giving the Reserve Bank. Nicola Willis has signed the bank up to a new five-year agreement -…
The SME StreamPaul Bloxham: HSBC chief economist on the RBA hinting it's open to cutting rates
Over in Australia, the RBA says its upcoming May meeting would be an 'opportune time' to reconsider the OCR. Experts believe that the global uncertainty over…
The SME StreamBrad Olsen: Infometrics Principal Economist on the RBNZ's new Kiwi-GDP measures and what it means for monetary decisions
Reserve Bank economist Paul Conway believes there's one upside to the tariff turmoil for Kiwis. Conway suspects the tariffs will likely lead to lower inflation…
The SME StreamEP 03: Sisters in Sales
Make way for the first duo on 'Bored to Boss'! Grab your Suntory Boss Coffee - It's brewed hot, chilled fast and perfect for an on-the-go podcast listen. In…
The SME StreamGFC to Graham Norton: How a winemaker went global
[VIDEO EPISODE ON YOUTUBE & SPOTIFY] The GFC hit just one year into Invivo's wine venture. Now it’s earning millions in exports, with the help of…
The SME StreamNicola Willis: Finance Minister on the Government's strategy to get the US to drop the tariffs
The Finance Minister says the Government is still looking to alleviate the impact of the US' tariffs on New Zealand. New Zealand's current rate is at 10…
The SME StreamNick Mowbray: Zuru Toys co-founder on US businesses holding off on purchases as a result of Trump's tariffs
Kiwi toy entrepreneur Nick Mowbray says businesses in the US are pressing pause on major purchasing decisions. There's ongoing uncertainty about Donald Trump's…
The SME StreamShane Solly: Harbour Asset Management spokesperson on what the tech tariff exemptions did to the market
The Trump administration's tariff announcements have left a notable impact on financial markets - and experts fear we may not be out of the woods yet…
The SME StreamChris Small: ABC Business Sales managing director on demand outpacing supply in the small business sphere
Demand is outpacing supply in the small business market, as sellers wait out tough trading conditions while buyer interest is at record levels. Recent data…
The SME StreamMax Whitehead: Why are Gen X so unhireable?
Just when they should be at their peak, older generations are being discriminated against for their age. Do we no longer value experience? LISTEN ABOVE The…
The SME StreamTrump tariff turmoil: Everything investors need to know
[VIDEO EPISODE ON YOUTUBE & SPOTIFY] Volatility in stock and bond markets following President Donald Trump’s tariff announcement has refreshed investor…
The SME StreamWhat is the bond market and is it still a ‘safe haven’ asset
When the US President Donald Trump announced a pause on reciprocal tariffs last week, prompting a massive rally on the markets - he admitted he did so after…
The SME StreamPeter Lewis: Asia Business Correspondent on China’s latest reaction to trade tariffs, the markets down in Asia, Xi Jinping heading to Southeast Asia
China appears to beattempting to form a united front against Washington, by drawing on support from other nations. President Donald Trump has temporarily…
The SME StreamGreg Smith of Devon Funds Management on tariff backtracking, consumer confidence waning, and New Zealand's manufacturing sector
The Trump administration has announced it will exclude electronics like smartphones and laptops from his 125 percent reciprocal tariffs on China It means…
The SME StreamEd McKnight: The impact of tariffs on investment funds
Trump’s tariffs have been wreaking havoc on share markets around the world. As a result, investment funds and KiwiSavers have been taking a hit, with Ed…
The SME StreamMike's Minute: Free trade will survive these tariffs
Keir Starmer is fast becoming a new political hero. For a bloke who stumbled into office not on his brilliance or a nationwide passion for the Labour Party…
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Bonus Episode - Day-to-day Operations and Payment Technologies
In this bonus episode of The SME Stream, brought to you by BNZ, host Wilhelmina Shrimpton sits down with BNZ’s Head of PayTech and Emerging Payments, Joe…
The SME StreamTrump pauses tariffs for some countries as he ramps up China trade war
A week after announcing his Liberation Day tariffs and causing global market chaos, US President Donald Trump has done a 180. He has announced on social media…
The SME StreamScott Shellady: US markets analyst unpacks why Trump may have paused tariffs
A US markets analyst suspects Donald Trump is trying to buy time by lowering tariffs on most countries to a blanket 10 percent for 90 days. But the US…
The SME StreamSam Dickie: Fisher Funds expert reveals how to make investments in a volatile world
It's been an interesting week for global markets - with figures dropping or rising at a rapid rate. As Donald Trump's tariffs spark fear - or elation - among…
The SME StreamDavid Mahon: Mahon China Investment Management CEO on the trade war brewing between the US and China
US President Donald Trump today forged ahead with tariffs of 125 percent against Chinese goods - escalating the US-China trade war. Trump’s sweeping…