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Matthew Hooton: Luxon’s big economic speech a good start, but needs more

The Beehive plans to spend the whole year on a rolling maul of announcements.

Falling net migration will ‘erode support for housing market’

Kiwis still departing in high numbers but there are signs the trend has peaked

Apartment developer declares insolvency owing $3.76m

Unexpected cost rises, Covid delays, cooling market blamed for development failure.

We don’t always know what government spending achieves - Auditor-General speaks out

Finance Minister open to addressing the issue with a law change.

The inflation battle is over - so why doesn't it feel like it?

Cost of living crisis is over, economist says, but have things improved?

Big rate cut still on the cards after inflation data

A decent fall in non-tradeable inflation should hearten the Reserve Bank.

Trump proposes 10% tariffs on Chinese imports from February

Trump had previously signalled he might impose tariffs of 50% or more.

Beca’s new flexi-working HQ: 900 desks for 1400 staff

Only 900 desks to be provided but more co-lab, quiet and flexible space offered to staff.

Rising rents keep inflation stuck at 2.2%

The consumers price index increased by 2.2%.

Matthew Hooton: Luxon promises laser-focus on economy, but will his aim be off?

OPINION: Luxon's State of the Nation speech should outline urgent, bold reform.

Inflationary pressure easing despite food price growth

Westpac senior economist Satish Ranchhod says inflationary pressures are easing.

Major bank cuts key home loan rate

One of New Zealand's major banks has moved early to cut home loan rates.

Food prices rise in December, driven by dairy, fruit, cooking oil

Non-alcoholic drinks and tobacco registered the biggest annual price increases.

Employment confidence rises despite looming 5% unemployment rate forecast

Job market may have stabilised despite concerns over jitters.

Mortgage calls: When will borrowers see value in long term rates again?

Some may accept short-term pain for long-term gain.

Inside Economics: Why can’t we fix our mortgage for 30 years like Americans?

Liam Dann answers reader questions about economics.

Simon Bridges: Lack of economic growth New Zealand’s No 1 issue in 2025

OPINION: NZ's urgent economic crisis isn't public debt.

Petrol prices set to rise as foreign sanctions, weak NZ dollar bite

Sanctions on Russia's energy industry could influence local petrol prices.