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The SME StreamIs gold a worthy investment - and how do you go about buying it
Recently, the price of gold has been hovering near record highs at over NZ$5000 an ounce - that’s less than 30 grams for those of us only versed in the…
The SME StreamGreg Smith of Devon Funds Management on consumer confidence in US and New Zealand
US consumer confidence is feeling the economic and tariff uncertainty, as Lululemon shares fell 15%, and inflation expectations are picking up. It comes as…
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Bonus Episode - HR and People Management
In this bonus episode of The SME Stream, brought to you by BNZ, host Wilhelmina Shrimpton sits down with Jason Ennor, the co-founder and co-CEO of MyHR to…
The SME StreamNicola Willis: Finance Minister on the savings from the public sector job cuts
The Finance Minister says they've over-delivered on their promise to save money from public sector job cuts. Latest Public Service Commission data shows the…
The SME StreamSam Dickie: Fisher Funds expert on the benefits and drawbacks in investing in the Indian economy
The Indian stock market is catching the attention of investors - and experts are claiming there's plenty of potential. The economy is also attracting positive…
The SME StreamLiam Dann: NZ Herald business editor at large on Donald Trump announcing 25 percent tariffs on car imports to US
President Donald Trump has recently announced he will be putting 25 percent tariffs on auto imports into the US. Trump explained this move would foster…
The SME StreamSir Lockwood Smith: Former Associate Finance Minister on cuts to consultancy spending in the public service
A former associate finance minister believes public sector job cuts are needed to grow the economy. Latest Public Service Commission data shows the core…
The SME StreamSME Stream Weekly Wrap - 28th March
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 StreamStrategic bets and happy accidents - the future of NZ Inc
The Government is busy pushing its growth agenda, but what’s the best way to pursue sustainable growth that produces higher-value jobs and more export…
The SME StreamJenee Tibshraeny: NZ Herald Wellington business editor on the Government looking to change the Foreign Investment Fund regime
Revenue Minister Simon Watts this month unveiled plans to change the Foreign Investment Fund (FIF) regime to give some foreigners with illiquid investments…
The SME StreamMartin Hawes: financial adviser on the number of Kiwis working past the age of 65
New data shows a significant number of Kiwis are working past the retirement age. A new report from Stats NZ shows there are almost 200,000 New Zealanders aged…
The SME StreamGertjan Verdickt: Auckland University finance lecturer unpacks research revealing whisky, Lego and handbags might be safer investments
New research shows investors looking for the best returns might be better off putting money into whisky or Lego, as opposed to the share market. University of…
The SME StreamPaul Bloxham: HSBC Chief Economist on the Australian budget, their deficit
A leading Australian economist says more focus needs to be put on productivity to pull Australia out of a deficit. The federal Budget announced yesterday…
The SME StreamBrad Olsen: Infometrics Principal Economist on the recent boom in cherry exports
Export prices are sitting in a strong position - with cherries seeing a surge in overseas demand. New data shows cherry exports over the 2024/25 season reached…
The SME StreamTom O'Neil: CV.co.nz Managing Director on business confidence dropping to its lowest level since Covid
A blow for Kiwi business confidence, which has slumped to its lowest level since the post-2020 Covid lockdown lows. The Westpac-McDermott Miller index shows…
The SME StreamMike's Minute: The interest on our national debt will hit $11B
June 2026 is not far off. In fact, it's next year and next year is election year. By that time, it is being reported, the interest on our national debt will be…
The SME StreamInside UBS' $3b-a-day Sydney trading floor
[VIDEO EPISODE ON YOUTUBE & SPOTIFY] Swiss investment bank UBS’ trading floor in Sydney turns over A$3 billion a day, making for a high pressure…
The SME StreamBruce Bernacchi: Denton Tax Partner on New Zealand's tax system and the calls from the UN to ensure tax systems are fair
A tax expert says achieving a fair tax system is hard, but not impossible. A UN committee is calling on governments to check their tax policies are being…
The SME StreamKerre Woodham: Is there such a thing as a completely fair tax system?
Is there any such thing as a completely fair tax system? Surely the most you can hope for is a least unfair tax system. I ask this because a UN report is…
The SME StreamSandy Lau: PWC Partner on the call for countries to ensure their tax systems are fair
A tax expert says changes to the tax system must not stand in the way of economic growth. A UN committee is calling on countries to ensure tax policies are…
The SME StreamShane Solly: Harbour Asset Management spokesperson on the increased concerns over slowing global growth
The global economy has gone through an interesting few months - and it's got markets worried. Trade concerns are impacting markets all over the world…
The SME StreamAndrew Bascand: You can be optimistic about where the economy is going
While the economy is looking up, the forecasts from economists aren't sending a clear message. Some are saying that even with a positive GDP result this week…
The SME StreamTips and tricks to get yourself a payrise this year
March 31st marks the end of the financial year, and while that doesn’t mean much for the average employee, it does mean that you are probably due for a…
The SME StreamPeter Lewis: Asia Business Correspondent on potential US visit for Xi Jingping, positive news for exporters, and Kiribati’s Chinese deep-sea mining deal
Donald Trump is hinting that China’s President Xi Jingping might be visiting the United States soon. This comes as the two nations are deep into a trade…
The SME StreamCraig Renney: Council of Trade Unions Economist on the rising GDP, NZ leaving a recession
New Zealand's out of recession, but many Kiwis could take a while to feel better off. Our economy grew by 0.7% in the December quarter – surpassing all…
The SME StreamEd McKnight: Is buying at the bottom of the market the best move?
Buying shares at the bottom of the market isn’t all it's cracked up to be. Instead, Ed McKnight offers a few ideas on what to do instead. LISTEN ABOVE…
The SME StreamPeter Chrisp: New Zealand Trade & Enterprise CEO on the negotiations for a free trade agreement with India
Negotiations on a free trade deal with India have been launched. Representatives across defence, tourism, and trade are home after travelling with the Prime…
The SME StreamAndrew Dickens: My take on GDP
While I was away tramping all over the top of the Coromandel Peninsula, we had some good and bad news. GDP came out better than we expected with a rise of 0.7%…
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Bonus Episode - Finance and Capital Management
In this bonus episode of The SME Stream, brought to you by BNZ, host Wilhelmina Shrimpton sits down with Jody Blackford a BNZ Small Business Partner and Sarah…
The SME StreamPrivate equity’s opportunity: Corporate carve-outs & sovereign wealth
[VIDEO EPISODE ON YOUTUBE & SPOTIFY] Pacific Equity Partners went on an A$5 billion business buying spree before Christmas. Its managing director explains the…
The SME StreamLiam Dann: NZ Herald Business Editor on the GDP growing, NZ leaving the technical recession
A big bounce back for our economy, despite many sectors still doing it tough. New Zealand's officially out of technical recession, with new GDP figures showing…
The SME StreamNicola Willis: Finance Minister's confident about continuing economic recovery after GDP rises
The Finance and Growth Minister is confident the economic turnaround will continue. Latest figures show we're officially out of recession, after our economy…
The SME StreamCraig Renney: Council of Trade Unions Economist on the rising GDP, NZ leaving a recession
New Zealand's out of recession, but many Kiwis could take a while to feel better off. Our economy grew by 0.7% in the December quarter – surpassing all…
The SME StreamLiam Dann: Business Editor on NZ officially out of recession, what's to come for the economy
New Zealand has climbed out of a recession as the economy grew 0.7% in the December quarter. The outcome was better than economists predicted and Finance…
The SME StreamKelvin Davidson: CoreLogic Chief Property Economist believes a change in home loan borrowing habits is occurring
There's anticipation more homeowners will change their borrowing behaviour this years. 90% of home loans were floating or fixed for less than a year in…
The SME StreamNicola Willis: Finance Minister on GDP results, unemployment rates, business confidence
New Zealand is officially out of the worst recession since 1991. New Zealand’s gross domestic product (GDP) rose 0.7% in the December 2024 quarter…
The SME StreamChris Meehan: Ayrburn Owner on the success of the hospitality hub and the upcoming Ayrburn Classic
A boost for Central Otago business when the inaugural Ayrburn Classic rolls into Arrowtown this weekend. Hundreds of vintage and luxury cars will be on show at…
The SME StreamMike's Minute: The GDP number is the biggest win for the Government
If you accept that the Government are struggling in the polls, you may well accept the general notion that part of what is driving that is the lack of runs on…
The SME StreamSME Stream Weekly Wrap - 21st March
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 StreamJenee Tibshraeny: NZ Herald Wellington business editor on S&P Global Ratings downgrading the credit ratings of 18 councils
18 councils and three council-controlled organisations have recently had their credit ratings downgraded by S&P Global Ratings. The credit rating agency has…
The SME StreamThe Māori-led effort to build private 5G networks
In 2022, the Government signed an historic agreement granting Māori a share of radio spectrum suitable for 5G mobile services and a 20% share of all future…
The SME StreamAndrew Curtayne: Milford Asset Management expert on the ongoing volatility in the US stock market
The US stock market is still undergoing a turbulent period, with more investors aiming to cut their losses. Donald Trump's tariffs still loom large over the…
The SME StreamMichael Johnston: NZ Initiative author on the report into the lack of apprenticeships, need for better pathways
There’s a belief better pathways to industry and trades training are needed. A report from the New Zealand Initiative has found just 6% of 16-to-19…
The SME StreamPaul Bloxham: HSBC chief economist on the OECD reducing its global economic outlook amid escalating trade tariffs
The OECD has downgraded its outlook for the global economy as a result of President Trump's escalating trade wars. Canada and Mexico are predicted to see the…
The SME StreamInside Sydney's $17b supercomputing operation
[VIDEO EPISODE ON YOUTUBE & SPOTIFY] This episode takes you inside one of the largest privately owned data centre operations in Australia and the story of how…
The SME StreamNicola Willis: Finance Minister drops first preview of 2025 Budget
The Finance Minister's dropped a few crumbs on what's shaping this year's budget. Nicola Willis will unveil her growth budget on May 22. She says the public…
The SME StreamChris Small: ABC Business Sales Managing Director on the nearly $1 billion still owed for Covid-era business loans
Nearly one billion dollars is still owed as the deadline for Covid-era loans approaches. Inland Revenue says many Small Business Cashflow loans will default in…
The SME StreamMartin Hawes: Working after 65 isn't just good for your bank account...
Is it worth working after the age of 65? Or is it more of a need than a choice? Martin Hawes joins The Weekend Collective to discuss the finances of…
The SME StreamAshley Church: Better days are coming for the housing market
New data from CoreLogic shows we're at the best level of property affordability since before Covid. While rent costs are waiting to catch up, the difference…
The SME StreamIs Australia’s economy actually recovering? (I’m here to find out!)
[VIDEO EPISODE ON YOUTUBE & SPOTIFY] Australia’s bounce back in underway thanks to rate & tax cuts, but companies are still under pressure with profits…
The SME StreamWhat do tariffs and trade wars mean for your KiwiSaver?
The podcasts in the SME Stream contain general information only, not financial or professional advice. Any opinions expressed in the podcasts are not…
The SME StreamSME Stream Weekly Wrap - 14th March
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 StreamAndy Hamilton's big dumb ideas to fix NZ's economy
NZ's economic woes are complicated and many-headed, but business guru Andy Hamilton has exactly 26 ideas for ways it could be improved. Some of them, like…
The SME StreamJenee Tibshraeny: NZ Herald Wellington business editor on the IMF's annual report on New Zealand's economy
The International Monetary Fund is cautioning the Government against bending over backwards, deregulating banks in a bid to spur more competition in the…
The SME StreamStephanie Batchelor: Milford Asset Management expert on the significant drops in the US financial market
Investors have voiced concerns over declining US market growth - resulting in a significant drop. US President Donald Trump also didn't rule out a recession in…
The SME StreamMahesh Muralidhar: Phase One Ventures CEO on the changes to the Foreign Investment Fund
There are hopes proposed changes to the Foreign Investment Fund will boost our own productivity. The changes will allow new migrants to be taxed on a…
The SME StreamSimon Bridges: Auckland Business Chamber Chief Executive on Infrastructure Investment Summit in Auckland
Expectations we'll have a strong showing of investment opportunities for our venture-hungry guests. More than 100 offshore firms are making an appearance at…
The SME StreamSimon Watts: Revenue Minister on the changes to the Foreign Investment Fund
The Revenue Minister's confident changes to the Foreign Investment Fund will greatly benefit tech and startup companies. The Government's working on changes…
The SME StreamNicola Willis: Economic Growth Minister on scrapping requirements in the Government's procurement rule book
The Economic Growth Minister is making it easier for New Zealand businesses to win government contracts. Nicola Willis is scrapping 24 requirements in the…
The SME StreamRichard Arnold: US Correspondent on the economic chaos as a result of Trump's continuing trade war
The US economy is in chaos as Donald Trump continues to push ahead with his tariff plan. The US President's confirmed Australia won't be exempt from new 25%…