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Best of Business

Best of Business is the home of all things business at Newstalk ZB, from morning market updates right through to incisive interviews with New Zealand’s top business leaders and decision makers. Whether you’re a small business owner or interested in what’s going on in the Big End of Town, this podcast encompasses the sharpest voices and minds in the world of business.

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7:44

Peter Lewis: Asia Business Correspondent on...

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2025/02/28

Indonesia and Apple are finalising an agreement to lift an iPhone 16 ban. The ban came after Apple failed to source 40 percent of their products content locally in Indonesia, a regulation required by the country's government. Asia Business Correspondent Peter Lewis explains the multimillion dollar agreement, Taiwan catching a Chinese owned ship cutting a subsea cable, and Trump taking aim at Chinese trade and investment. LISTEN ABOVE.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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4:46

Jamie Mackay: The Country host on the drought...

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2025/02/27

There's relief among farmers as the Government recognises drought conditions in Taranaki. Federated Farmers says the region's had a year-and-a-half of unusually low rainfall, particularly in Manaia, Hāwera and Kakaramea. Agriculture Minister Todd McClay says it's forced some farmers to feed-out livestock or sell earlier. The Country's Jamie Mackay explains further. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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4:07

Liam Dann: NZ Herald business editor at large on what...

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2025/02/27

The latest ANZ Business Outlook survey indicates confidence is up - but not all companies are feeling optimistic about their recovery. Business confidence rose four points to +58 in February, while expected own activity eased one point to +45. NZ Herald business editor at large Liam Dann says these figures paint a 'mixed' picture of the future. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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3:43

Jason Walls: Newstalk ZB political editor on Prime...

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2025/02/27

A new deal will put New Zealand at the top of Vietnam's diplomatic relationships list. Prime Minister Chris Luxon has signed the comprehensive strategic partnership in Ha Noi. Just 10 other countries have signed such a deal with Vietnam. Newstalk ZB political editor Jason Walls says the details of the arrangement are still coming to light, but it could potentially mean extra security for New Zealand. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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4:30

Greg Smith: Devon Funds Management expert on Nvidia's...

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2025/02/27

Despite growing fears about Deepseek's growing presence, tech giant Nvidia is reporting an impressive sales result. Nvidia reported a surge in fourth-quarter profit and sales as demand for its specialized Blackwell chips, which power artificial intelligence systems, continued to grow. This has also boosted the company's stock. Greg Smith from Devon Funds Management says Nvidia has pulled ahead of all its competitors - with only Apple narrowly beating it out. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener

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2:31

Mike Egan: Restaurant Association President explains...

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2025/02/27

New Zealand's KFC, Taco Bell and Pizza Hut stores have helped drive millions in profits for global owner Restaurant Brands. The multi-national company has reported a 5.4 percent sales growth in the year ending December - reaching $1.39 billion. The Kiwi division's recorded the highest net profit - at $41.7 million - and the Australia and California markets had losses. Restaurant Association President Mike Egan says convenience is a big factor behind people buying fast food. "People are super busy,

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4:37

Kelvin Davidson: CoreLogic Chief Property Economist...

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2025/02/27

Home ownership rates among women have gone up, but there's concern financial barriers are holding them back from investment properties. The latest edition of CoreLogic’s Women & Property Report shows that 23 percent of women had sole ownership of a property compared to 20.9 percent for men, with mixed-gender ownership accounting for 56 percent. CoreLogic Chief Property Economist Kelvin Davidson says the gender wage gap is still impacting women's salaries. "There's a female deficit, I guess, when

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7:50

Geof Nightingale: independent tax expert on the IRD's...

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2025/02/27

Around 9000 clubs, societies, trade associations, professional and regulatory bodies and industry councils are in line to possibly be slapped with a tax bill. Inland Revenue has changed its interpretation of the law, and now believes the subscriptions and levies members pay to some not-for-profit organisations should be taxed. Independent tax expert Geof Nightingale joined the Afternoons team to explain further. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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4:05

Jeremy Hutton: Milford Asset Management Equities...

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2025/02/26

Ryman Healthcare has entered a trading halt as it proposes to raise $1 billion of new capital to reduce debt and reset the balance sheet. The retirement village operator was forced to offer shares at a significant discount to get investors on board. Milford Asset Management's Jeremy Hutton explains further. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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4:40

Jenee Tibshraeny: NZ Herald Wellington business...

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2025/02/26

New reports indicate over 9000 clubs, societies, trade associations and industry councils could be looking at a significant tax bill. Inland Revenue has changed the way it interprets a law - and they're keen to crack down on businesses they believe are 'masquerading' as charities to reduce their taxes. NZ Herald Wellington business editor Jenee Tibshraeny explains what this law change could mean going forward. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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6:17

Michael Boggs: NZME chief executive on the company...

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2025/02/26

Media company NZME is considering separating its property brand OneRoof into an entirely new business. The company - which also owns Newstalk ZB and the New Zealand Herald - is reporting a full-year net loss of $16 million. Operating revenue is up 2 percent, but earnings are down by 3.6 percent. Chief Executive Michael Boggs says they're doing a strategic review of OneRoof. "How is it structured, and what is the best way of the shareholdings of that business? Should we own all of it - or should

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2:44

Dylan Firth: Brewers Association Executive Director...

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2025/02/26

Beer is reclaiming its popularity - in large part due to options with lower carbs and alcohol levels. Stats NZ has revealed the volume of beer for consumption has risen 5.4 percent to 296 million litres, after successive years of declines. Volumes of wine and spirits have fallen. Brewers Association Executive Director, Dylan Firth, says low-carb beer makes up about 20 percent of the market and is steadily becoming the drink of choice. "A lot of those brands are shifting, whether it's the mainstream

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4:10

Brad Olsen: Infometrics Principal Economist on the...

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2025/02/25

'Special Economic Zones' or energy precincts could be established to strengthen New Zealand's fuel and energy security, according to the Government. Cabinet will consider a range of options in the first half of this year. Associate Energy Minister Shane Jones says special economic zones - areas with less regulations - are already used widely overseas. Infometrics Principal Economist Brad Olsen unpacks whether or not this is the way forward. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy

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5:47

Jamie Mackay: The Country host on wool price surging up

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2025/02/25

It's a good start to the year for wool farmers, as prices leap up to a historic high. Following a Covid-induced downturn, growth has returned to the sector - allowing farmers to do more than scrape by. The Country's Jamie Mackay explains further. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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5:36

Tom Aitken: Amico creator on the new app designed to...

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2025/02/25

If you've ever lent money to a friend or family member and never seen that cash again - a new app could turn that situation around. A former banker turned Hawke’s Bay farmer has created a peer-to-peer lending app designed to simplify and formalise loan agreements between peers or friends, and it's believed to be the first of its kind in New Zealand. Amico creator Tom Aitken says this service is legally enforceable - and is designed to clear up ambiguities around small-scale lending. LISTEN ABOVESee

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3:28

Grant Webster: Tourism Holdings Limited CEO on the...

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2025/02/25

Campervan company Tourism Holdings is being hit hard by a tough economic climate, according to new reports. The company's net profit for the six months ended December was $25.3 million compared to $39.7 million in the previous period - a 36 percent decline. CEO Grant Webster says there's an upside - as New Zealand rentals and sales have gone from 'strength to strength'. "New Zealand's been our standout performer, and a really big increase, a 20+ percent increase in revenue - and fleet's gone up

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2:44

Shane Solly: Harbour Asset Management spokesperson on...

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2025/02/24

Retailers are hoping a sales rebound means an industry uptick has begun. Stats NZ data shows total retail sales increased 0.9 percent in the three months ending December - against the quarter before. Harbour Asset Management's Shane Solly says this is a good sign for the economy - but warns companies not to get ahead of themselves. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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3:29

Carolyn Young: Retail NZ Chief Executive on the calls...

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2025/02/24

Business owners are being encouraged to work with neighbours to keep small towns 'alive'. Napier City Business general manager Pip Thompson says Napier and Hastings CBDs become ghost towns after 5pm, when stores close. She says 'to stay alive in 2025', trading hours need to no longer be confined to 9-to-5. But Retail NZ Chief Executive Carolyn Young says a single store can't make the change alone. "If you've got a number of stores around you that are open later, people will come because they know

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3:11

David Seymour: Associate Finance Minister on a reform...

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2025/02/23

The Government is welcoming more foreign investment to New Zealand businesses by amending the Overseas Investment Act. The Associate Finance Minister David Seymour talks to Mike Hosking about the announcement, why it took as long as it did, how much money is coming into the country, and the sectors excluded from the reform. LISTEN ABOVE.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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3:13

Catherine Beard: Business New Zealand Director of...

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2025/02/23

David Seymour has announced the Government will make it easier for Kiwi businesses to receive international investment. The Associate Finance Minister said a reform will be made to the Overseas Investment Act. How is the business world reacting? Business New Zealand Director of Agency talks to Andrew Dickens. LISTEN ABOVE.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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