‘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
‘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
Has unemployment peaked? New jobs data due this week
Labour market data on Wednesday will reveal the latest unemployment rate and wage growth. Source: NZ Herald Business News
Gold rush, AI boom, inflation: What Trump turmoil means for Kiwi investors – Liam Dann
World news has been alarming this summer. Is it as bad as it looks for the global economy? Source: NZ Herald Business News
Confidence eases as inflation pressure emerges – ANZ Business Outlook
Business confidence has eased from record highs, but remains at historically high levels. Source: NZ Herald Business News
Why sales teams are cautious about economic recovery in 2026
Sales teams were burned by early optimism last year. Source: NZ Herald Business News
Inside Economics: How inflation threatens the recovery – ‘dirty details creep us out the most’
ANALYSIS: Liam Dann takes a deeper dive into the week's economic news. Source: NZ Herald Business News
Tax incentives have worked to boost R&D spend – Motu study
Researchers say it’s too early to see if the scheme is driving productivity improvements. Source: NZ Herald Business News
Why the economic recovery might not be enough for National – Liam Dann
OPINION: Elevated inflation is threatening to ruin the recovery party. Source: NZ Herald Business News
Interest rate hikes to come this year – economists shift forecasts after elevated inflation
The Consumers Price Index shows rates and power drove inflation up in December quarter. Source: NZ Herald Business News