‘Not great but better than it looks’ – economists see bright spots in today’s unemployment rise

The latest data show 165,000 people now out of work but more jobs are being created Source: NZ Herald Business News

By | February 4th, 2026|Business|0 Comments

Global Dairy Trade Auction: Whole milk powder up 5.3% as overall GDT index surges 6.7%

Dairy’s 2026 momentum continues, prices jumping 6.7% across board in latest GDT Auction. Source: NZ Herald Business News

By | February 4th, 2026|Business|0 Comments

‘National’s worst fears’: Why it’s back to the future as pre-election rate hikes loom – Inside Economics

ANALYSIS: Liam Dann takes a deeper dive into the week's economic news. Source: NZ Herald Business News

By | February 3rd, 2026|Business|0 Comments

Disney names theme parks chief Josh D’Amaro as next CEO

Bob Iger will stay on as senior adviser to Disney until the end of the year. Source: NZ Herald Business News

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France summons Musk, raids X offices as deepfake backlash grows

French police are probing X over alleged child abuse content and hate crimes. Source: NZ Herald Business News

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New Zealand winegrowers leave grapes unpicked as supply hangover bites

Wine consumption in New Zealand is at its lowest level in more than 20 years. Source: NZ Herald Business News

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KiwiSaver changes explained: How the new rules will hit pay packets – Generate Wealth Weekly

OPINION: What the changes mean for the average salary earner and for teens. Source: NZ Herald Business News

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NZ shares hold steady despite RBA rate hike – Market close

The S&P/NZX 50 Index closed at 13,421.52, up 9.07 points or 0.07%. Source: NZ Herald Business News

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Reserve Bank of Australia raises cash rate target to 3.85%

The Reserve Bank of Australia has raised its cash rate to 3.85%. Source: NZ Herald Business News

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Briscoe Group reports record fourth-quarter sales as Rebel Sport drives growth

Net profit after tax is tipped to land between $59m and $60m for the year. Source: NZ Herald Business News

By | February 3rd, 2026|Business|0 Comments