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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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4:21

Richard Wagstaff: NZCTU President on the results from...

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2025/01/28

New data shows more people are concerned about work, housing, and health, according to research by NZCTU. The council's annual Mood of the Workforce survey polled over 1900 people - and many of these respondents have voiced concern with the direction the Government has taken the country. NZCTU President Richard Wagstaff says there's been a significant shift in the last 12 months - as people believe the Government isn't looking out for the interests of workers. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener

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5:34

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

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2025/01/28

There's speculation the Government may be looking to sell off Landcorp as the asset continues to underperform. Long-standing agricultural consultant Will Wilson has noted it's worth $1.6 billion - which is significantly less than it was a year ago. The Country's Jamie Mackay explains further. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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3:18

Brad Olsen: Infometrics Principal Economist unpacks...

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2025/01/28

The Government's hopeful that digital nomads will help grow New Zealand's economy off the back of their recent visa change. Finance Minister Nicola Willis hasn't confirmed how many the nation can realistically expect to arrive - but she's got faith in this strategy. Infometrics Principal Economist Brad Olsen unpacks the current hotspots for digital nomads - and reveals what New Zealand can do to get ahead. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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5:22

Scott Shellady: US markets analyst explains why US...

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2025/01/28

US stocks took a sharp drop - and experts are feeling wary - after a Chinese artificial intelligence startup posed a threat to America's technology industry. DeepSeek unveiled a new ChatGPT-like AI model called R1 that operated at a fraction of the cost of OpenAI’s, Google’s or Meta’s models, causing the Nasdaq to plunge by 3.1 percent. US markets analyst Scott Shellady says the $5.6 million computing power cost will be concerning for investors, when compared to the hundreds of millions or billions

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13:22

Dennis Kneale: Former Managing Editor of Forbes and...

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2025/01/27

The richest man in the world, Elon Musk is a controversial man with a history of innovation and entrepreneurship. He’s one of the most talked about men in America, and after hitching his wagon to Donald Trump in the election, now one of the most influential players in US politics. Musk was the largest donor in the 2024 election cycle, spending at least US$277 million to back Trump’s run for the White House, as well as putting his social power behind the candidate. Former Managing Editor of Forbes

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4:03

Mark Lister: Craigs Investment Partners spokesperson...

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2025/01/27

It's set to be a big week for the US' biggest tech companies. Meta, Microsoft, Apple, Amazon and Tesla are all expected to report their results in the coming days - and it's likely these businesses will be expecting a boost from the new presidential administration. Mark Lister from Craigs Investment Partners explains what we can expect. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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6:26

Todd Dawson and Alan Piper: Napier Port CEO and...

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2025/01/27

Following the closure of the Tangiwai Mill in the Ruapehu District, forestry company Ernslaw One has found a new way to continue production and keep contractors in work. They've struck a deal with KiwiRail and Napier Port where log trains now run five days a week on the Napier-Palmerston North line, dropping off 600 tonnes of logs to Napier Port. It removes 21 logging trucks off the road. Napier Port CEO Todd Dawson and KiwiRail Executive Manager of Freight Markets Alan Piper unpacked the benefits

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6:30

Nicola Willis: Finance Minister hopeful visa changes...

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2025/01/27

The Finance Minister is determined to get tourism figures back up to their pre-pandemic levels - and she hopes the newest batch of visa changes will speed that along. From today, visitors can work remotely for overseas companies while holidaying in New Zealand for up to nine months, but they may need to declare themselves New Zealand tax residents if they stay for over 90 days. Nicola Willis says there's capacity for growth officials will be tracking the number of visitor visas that come out of this

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2:56

Tim Alpe: LyLo director on the Government relaxing...

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2025/01/27

Overseas visitors may need an extra nudge to come here, even with relaxed visa requirements aiming to attract digital nomads to spend more. From today, they're allowed to work remotely for an overseas employer for up to 90 days. Accommodation provider LyLo director Tim Alpe says it'll suit foreign tourists - but the challenge is telling them about it. "We've got to get out internationally, we've got to go to big trade shows, we've got to be telling people that actually - New Zealand is a great

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3:49

Karl Christensen: Ohakune business owner on the...

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2025/01/26

Ohakune is basking in the closure of Desert Road, as businesses are reaping the benefits of a detour. The Mountain Rocks Café & Bar owner Karl Christensen said his business hasn't been so busy since post-lockdown. "We've got this flow of traffic, nose to tail through town most of the time, and it's just blown us away really," he said. Maintenance is projected to take two months. LISTEN ABOVE.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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6:16

Greg Smith: Devon Funds Management representative on...

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2025/01/26

The United States has stood out as the only major economy experiencing significant expansion amid Global PMIs. The economic health indicator was a mixed bag for manufacturing and service sectors. Meanwhile, luxury brand Burberry has soared 10% on its quarterly update. And back home, why are things are looking up for the red meat sector? Devon Funds Management representative Greg Smith joins the show to talk all things business. LISTEN ABOVE.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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9:02

Richard Easther: Auckland University physics...

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2025/01/25

The Government's proposed changes to the science sector have raised a few eyebrows among the nation's scientific community. The Government aims to merge seven Crown Research Institutes into three public research organisations - and creating another focused on AI. It's also closing Callaghan Innovation, impacting about 355 staff. Auckland University professor Richard Easther says this is a significant upheaval - and it raises plenty of questions. "The challenge here, I think, is that they want to

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8:34

Peter Lewis: Asia Business Correspondent on China's...

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2025/01/24

How has China reacted to Donald Trump's threat to put a 10% tariff on China as early as February 1st? Is China warming up to allowing TikTok to be sold as part of a deal with the US? Who is in the running to be the app? And Donald Trump and Xi Jinping talked on the phone this week, what did they discuss? Asia Business Correspondent Peter Lewis joins the show. LISTEN ABOVE.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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2:08

Ryan Bridge: Our economy is still in the wilderness

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2025/01/23

So we have an inflation number, which is better than not knowing, but it doesn’t tell us much. 2.2 percent for the year to December, no change from the quarter before it and crucially non-tradable inflation, the stuff we should have more control over domestically is sticky at 4.5 percent. Two main problems here, one for us and one for the Government. If the exchange rate keeps tanking, the stuff we buy from the rest of the world - like fuel and food - will get more expensive. And if that stuff gets

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4:36

Jamie Mackay: The Country host on New Zealand Merino...

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2025/01/23

Two farms have been suspended from New Zealand Merino’s ZQ quality standard supply programme after undercover videos appeared to show animal welfare breaches. People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals (PETA) claimed that a recent investigation uncovered cruelty towards sheep on these farms - forcing MPI to take action. The Country's Jamie Mackay says people reportedly stood on sheep's necks, dragged them across the floors of shearing sheds and sewed up wounds without painkillers. LISTEN ABOVESee

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

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2025/01/23

Prime Minister Chris Luxon laid out his vision for growing the economy as part of today's State of the Nation address - and pointed the finger at the country. Luxon pushed the need for more jobs, investment and innovation, and criticised New Zealand's 'culture of saying no' that was holding back new developments. NZ Herald business editor at large Liam Dann explains further. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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5:23

Peter Griffin: BusinessDesk tech columnist explains...

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2025/01/23

Facebook and Instagram users have recently noticed their accounts have started following President Donald Trump, his wife Melania and Vice President JD Vance without their prior knowledge. Gracie Abrams and Demi Lovato are among the famous names who have posted complaints Meta won't let them unfollow these accounts, with Abrams eventually being forced to block them altogether. Others have also noticed the hashtag #Democrat was blocked on Instagram this week. BusinessDesk tech columnist Peter Griffin

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4:58

Todd McClay: Trade Minister on the Government's new...

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2025/01/23

The Trade Minister says he wants deals through the door this year - with a Government goal of tempting overseas funding. A new agency called Invest New Zealand will roll out the red carpet out to foreigners with money to put into infrastructure and key sectors. Todd McClay says he doesn't want reports, he wants deals with investors. "They certainly don't invest in a country when Government agencies tell them not to - and I think that's very much been the case in New Zealand, it's harder to invest

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5:29

Rebecca Ingram: Tourism Industry Aotearoa CEO on the...

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2025/01/23

Tourism Industry Aotearoa is excited about the Government's new growth agenda. Minister-in-charge Nicola Willis is considering visa changes, hoping to pull in more tourists. Just over 321,000 people entered the country from overseas in November - 86 percent of pre-pandemic figures. CEO Rebecca Ingram says there's lots of room to build on that. "So as an industry, we're delighted to see such a strong focus on economic growth from the Government with the new portfolio for Minister Willis." LISTEN

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2:55

Jeremy Hutton: Milford Asset Management Equities...

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2025/01/22

Donald Trump officially got the keys back to the White House earlier this week - and his return to power could have an impact on NZX-listed businesses. Fisher & Paykel Healthcare produces medical devices sold in the US, and it's likely the incoming tariffs could leave an impact. Milford Asset Management's Jeremy Hutton explains further. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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