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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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4:09

Gail Downey: UK correspondent on the UK hospitality...

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2024/11/11

Over in the UK, top restaurant and pub bosses have warned businesses will close and jobs will be cut following last month's Budget. The sector is facing higher taxes as part of required National Insurance contributions - and many have warned these increases are unsustainable. UK correspondent Gail Downey says the sector has already undergone a financial rough patch as it struggles to recover from Covid-19. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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4:26

Mark Lister: Craigs Investment Partners expert on the...

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2024/11/11

The markets have reacted strongly to Donald Trump returning for his second term in the White House. The US dollar, stocks and bitcoin all surged after his win - but experts are wondering if this will continue. Mark Lister from Craigs Investment Partners unpacked some likely outcomes. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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3:31

Pete Chrisp: A multi-million dollar boost for Kiwi...

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2024/11/10

A business delegation travelled with the trade minister to Shanghai last week, and they're heading home with a projection $340 million worth of deals for the next three years. New Zealand Trade and Enterprise Chief Executive Pete Chrisp joins with more. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Martin Hawes: The impact of Trump's win on NZ markets

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2024/11/10

Martin Hawes joins Tim Beveridge to discuss the impact of Donald Trump's election win on New Zealand markets. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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5:11

Sam Dickie: Fisher Funds expert on the reaction from...

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2024/11/07

The US dollar surged and bitcoin hit a record high after Donald Trump swept through the battleground states and won the presidency. Despite the race starting off too close to call, markets picked up after Trump was determined the winner of the election. Sam Dickie from Fisher Funds explains what happens next. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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4:01

Jamie Mackay: The Country host on Federated Farmers...

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2024/11/07

Federated Farmers have voiced their disapproval with Westpac over their emissions targets for New Zealand producers. The bank's new climate targets will require Kiwi farmers to get their climate targets down to 0.75 tons of carbon per ton of milk - while Australian farmers need to get emissions down to 0.85 tons of carbon. The Country's Jamie Mackay explained the controversy further. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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3:37

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

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2024/11/07

Donald Trump is set to return to the White House - leaving economists everywhere to wonder what comes next. Trump won't take office until next January, but his proposed policies regarding business, trade and tariffs have people guessing. NZ Herald business editor at large Liam Dann explains it could be an interesting four years. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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6:37

Rob Fyfe: Recorp chair on the start-up opening its...

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2024/11/07

Kiwi start-up Recorp, backed up by some of New Zealand's biggest names in business, has opened up its new aluminium facility. The company is promising to be the most innovative can producer in New Zealand - and a direct threat to Australian competitors. Chair Rob Fyfe says it's a huge relief to get the company up and running. "I've been going for three years, a lot of money - and it's just, in the last couple of months, finally taken shape." LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy

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4:03

Brad Olsen: Infometrics Principal Economist on...

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2024/11/05

The Reserve Bank has warned the economic downturn is expected to get worse before it gets better, with unemployment being expected to worsen. The bank's biannual Financial Stability Report says unemployment will peak at 5.4 percent by 2025. Infometrics Principal Economist Brad Olsen says there are better economic times on the horizon - but there'll be 6-9 months of pain first. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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3:29

Kate Ross: Swivel Careers founder on students...

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2024/11/05

Students looking for summer work are struggling to land roles, as there's enormous competition for entry-level roles. Retail NZ says businesses are seeing a 'much higher calibre' of potential applicants looking for jobs. Swivel Careers founder Kate Ross says even people with full qualifications are finding it tough to land the right roles. "There's just not enough work out there right now. The economy has been slow all year - the opportunities, even for retail and hospitality, that's all slowed down

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4:22

Murray Olds: Australian correspondent on the...

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2024/11/05

There's still no relief for Australian homeowners as the RBA leaves rates unchanged at 4.35 percent. This decision falls in line with expectations from economists - as the nation grapples with the impacts of high inflation. Australian correspondent Murray Olds says it's looking more likely the Reserve Bank will not start cutting rates until 2025. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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4:13

Shane Solly: Harbour Asset Management spokesperson on...

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2024/11/04

48 hours ahead of the US presidential election, financial markets are gearing up for a Trump victory. Polls indicate the election result will be close, and some experts are warning people not to adjust just yet. Harbour Asset Management's Shane Solly unpacks the potential financial implications ahead of election day. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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8:57

Nicola Willis: Finance Minister defends Prime...

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2024/11/04

The Finance Minister says Chris Luxon's description of voters in a recent sit-down interview was a 'slip of the tongue' as part of his corporate background. In a new episode of 30 with Guyon Espiner, the Prime Minister referred to voters as 'customers' - and defended claims that he was out of touch with New Zealanders Nicola Willis says Luxon is focused on delivering results above all, and he knows New Zealanders are New Zealanders. "I reckon New Zealand has bigger challenges than whether or not the

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3:47

Jamie Mackay: The Country host on red meat prices...

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2024/10/31

There's green shoots emerging for New Zealand's struggling red meat sector, according to new reports. The Meat Industry Association claims exports to China in August were down 50 percent to $107 million compared with the same time last year. The Country's Jamie Mackay explains further. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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8:07

Jonathan Milne: Newsroom Pro managing editor on AG1's...

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2024/10/31

Plenty of celebrities have expressed their support for supplement giant AG1 - but an investigation has dug up some questionable details about the company's founder. Founder Chris Ashenden has resigned amid a Newsroom investigation that raised questions over his criminal history and unpaid fines and reparations by his now-defunct firms. Newsroom Pro managing editor Jonathan Milne says Ashenden's refusal to be interviewed set off journalistic 'alarm bells'. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for

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4:09

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

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2024/10/31

It's less than a week until voters in the US will cast their ballots and determine a new president - and experts are wondering about the economic impacts. No matter who wins, both Kamala Harris and Donald Trump have policies that could have implications regarding the future of international business. NZ Herald business editor at large Liam Dann explains what the candidates could do for New Zealand's economic future. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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4:04

Chris Nixon: NZIER Principal Economist on mayor Wayne...

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2024/10/31

Auckland mayor Wayne Brown has launched a bid to establish a direct flight from Auckland Airport to Brazil's Sao Paulo. He believes this could boost trade between New Zealand and Brazil by up to $1.5 billion a year. NZIER Principal Economist Chris Nixon says this is a good idea - and could open up new opportunities for New Zealand. "Given the mayhem which is happening in the United States at the moment and their incoherent economic policies - we've got to be innovative." LISTEN ABOVESee

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2:55

Sharon Zollner: ANZ Chief Economist on construction...

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2024/10/31

Optimism is rising among businesses - largely driven by construction. ANZ's October business outlook has business confidence up five points on 66, in a 10-year high. Meanwhile, the proportion of businesses feeling they're faring well, has climbed to -11 in the highest point since March. Chief economist Sharon Zollner says it boils down to interest rates. She says fewer construction firms say they're not busy than a year ago - and she explained conditions are tough, but things are starting to look up

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3:39

Jeremy Hutton: Milford Asset Management Equities...

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2024/10/30

Spark has reduced its earnings and dividend guidance for the 2025 year, saying its financial performance 'falls short of what is acceptable'. The company said its operating earnings (Ebitdai) were expected to fall to around $1.12-$1.18 billion in 2025, down 4% from a previous forecast of $1.165-$1.22b. The company has reduced its dividend forecast from 27.5 cents to 25c, 75% imputed. Milford Asset Management's Jeremy Hutton unpacks the downturn. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy

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4:39

Jenee Tibshraeny: NZ Herald Wellington business...

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2024/10/30

BNZ is set to head back to court tomorrow as part of their ongoing legal dispute with Gloriavale. If the hearing goes well, the bank could get approval to close the accounts Gloriavale has with BNZ. NZ Herald Wellington business editor Jenee Tibshraeny reveals what could come out of tomorrow's case. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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