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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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1:51

Tim Robinson: Delivereasy founder on New Zealand's...

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2026/07/14

New data shows that Kiwis spent a collective $1.1 billion on takeaways in the first quarter of 2026, as delivery services see more popularity. Delivereasy, Uber Eats, and DoorDash are becoming a key part of New Zealanders' lives - and diets - and many local eateries are reliant on these services. Delivereasy founder Tim Robinson says people like the convenience, and the growth has been interesting to watch. "Even when times are a little bit tough, people seem to like the convenience and the

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3:33

Rohan Metrani: SolarZero customer on being locked...

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2026/07/14

Customers of a liquidated solar-panel subscription service are complaining they're stuck in expensive contracts. SolarZero went into liquidation in 2024, with thousands of customers still on 20-year-agreements. Now many customers say their power bills are rising more than expected - with no easy solution. Customer Rohan Metrani says he has no one to speak to, to cancel his contract. "We want to get rid of their system, we're paying for the rental - which isn't really getting us any savings. So it's

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3:12

Shane Solly: Harbour Asset Management expert on what...

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2026/07/13

Reports indicate the ceasefire in the Middle East has been scrapped and the conflict is starting back up again. The US claims it's struck 140 Iranian military targets in response to an attack on a merchant ship in the Strait of Hormuz. Iran says it's hit multiple US military sites. Harbour Asset Management expert Shane Solly explained further. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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8:01

Kerre Woodham: This one's for small business owners

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2026/07/12

The editorial this morning goes out to all the small and medium business people. Those of you who are starting the work week looking to earn your own keep, employ some New Zealanders, pay your taxes, and provide a product or service that people want or need. You don't want luxury yachts and private jets. You just want to work hard, be rewarded fairly, have people get out of your way, not be strangled by red tape. Seems a fairly reasonable state of being. But as we know, small and medium enterprises

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3:17

Alan McDonald: EMA Advocate wants greater security...

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2026/07/12

The Employers and Manufacturers Association is pushing for a bipartisan approach to business policy ahead of the election. The EMA wants greater certainty for businesses. Including plans for manufacturing, a clear energy future and stable settings. Head of Advocacy Alan McDonald told Mike Hosking that as long as everyone can agree on the major settings, it shouldn't matter which government gets in. He says the changing back and forth over the past decade has been highly problematic. LISTEN ABOVESee

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6:40

Jenny Joblin: Federation founder on the brand...

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2026/07/11

A new era is on the way for one of the nation's most iconic fashion labels. Urban streetwear brand Federation is celebrating 25 years in business this year. To mark the occasion, founder Jenny Joblin is taking a step back, handing the reins to her children to evolve the business for the next generation. "When we hit this milestone, we were like - okay, we need to pause for a moment and just really look at all these different chapters and celebrate it." LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for

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4:45

Sam Dickie: Fisher Funds expert on Microsoft cutting...

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2026/07/09

Microsoft is cutting 4800 jobs - about two percent of its global workforce - in a sweeping restructure. Most cuts are part of a restructure of its struggling Xbox gaming division. It's the latest in a string of mass layoffs by the tech giant alongside major investment in AI. Sam Dickie from Fisher Funds explained the implications of this move. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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5:26

John Ambler and Duane Emeny: NZ Jet owner and Air...

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2026/07/08

A private jet company boss has voiced concerns about what could happen if there's not reform at the Civil Aviation Authority - and he's taken these worries to the Government. NZ Jet owner John Ambler has heard concerns from former and current CAA staff about the organisation's culture. He says it includes an erosion of expertise, and operators fearing they'd be punished for raising concerns. "We are losing experienced people within the civil aviation department at a great rate...it's alarming. And

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4:49

Jenee Tibshraeny: NZ Herald Wellington business...

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2026/07/08

People are not moving between jobs as seamlessly as they should in a productive economy, thanks to overly restrictive employment contracts. This is the conclusion reached by the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD), after a major new study spanning 15 countries including New Zealand. NZ Herald Wellington business editor Jenee Tibshraeny explained further. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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3:07

Remy Wisenberg: Milford Asset Management expert on...

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2026/07/08

The OCR has been increased for the first time in three years, and it's prompted a divided response among experts. The Monetary Policy Committee's unanimously agreed to raise the cash rate to 2.5 percent. Milford Asset Management's Remy Wisenberg unpacked the reactions further. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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2:25

Perspective with Heather du Plessis-Allan: Anna...

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2026/07/08

The Official Cash Rate has gone up by 25 basis points. This is the first rise we've seen in three years. It was unanimous around the committee table that it needed to happen because of inflation. Even though petrol and diesel prices have fallen sharply since the Iran war ceasefire deal was struck, they're not back to pre-war levels yet and they won't be for some time. That, of course, is inflationary. You know what struck me, though? Even though this is the first hike in the Official Cash Rate in

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4:57

Anna Breman: Reserve Bank Governor explains why OCR...

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2026/07/08

The Reserve Bank Governor says Kiwis will ultimately benefit from today's OCR hike - the first in more than three years. The cash rate has been raised to 2.5 percent. Governor Anna Breman says inflation's been eating up household budgets. She says getting inflation back down helps everyone. "It will actually make sure that households get their purchasing power back, they can spend more, they can get more demand, and we will see better growth and employment coming back." LISTEN ABOVESee

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5:33

Barry Soper: Newstalk ZB senior political...

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2026/07/08

The Reserve Bank moved to increase the OCR, prompting concern from some over what it could mean for the economy. The central bank raised the cash rate to 2.5 percent - the first hike in more than three years. Some economists thought inflation could surge as high as 4.8 percent this quarter. Newstalk ZB senior political correspondent Barry Soper says inflation needs to be brought under control - so this was the right move. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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7:32

Brad Olsen: Infometrics Principal Economist on the...

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2026/07/08

The Reserve Bank has lifted the Official Cash Rate for the first time in more than three years. It's raised the OCR 25 basis points to 2.5 percent. The Monetary Policy Committee's six members all agreed to raise the cash rate - despite divided opinions from economists. Infometrics Principal Economist Brad Olsen says the Reserve Bank will be looking to get the OCR down to a more 'normal' level - and this increase is the first step. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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5:20

Mike Casey: Rewiring Aotearoa CEO on the Government...

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2026/07/07

Plugging a a solar panel into your own wall is currently illegal in New Zealand, but the Government's looking into changing that. In a post on Facebook, Energy Minister Simeon Brown says work is currently under way to make this change happen. Rewiring Aotearoa CEO Mike Casey has welcomed this move, saying this development would be 'amazing'. "It's something that we thought needed to happen in New Zealand, it hasn't happened in Australia yet - we copy a lot of our regulations and standards from

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4:12

Sophie Moloney: Sky TV chief executive on Sky winning...

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2026/07/07

Has a second NRL team in New Zealand edged closer to a reality after the NRL's new multi-billion dollar broadcast deal? The Australian Rugby League Commission has signed a new seven-year TV rights deal with its existing partners on both sides of the Tasman, including Sky TV, starting in 2028. The NRL wants to increase to 20 teams during that period, with Christchurch considered a candidate for an expansion licence. Sky TV boss Sophie Moloney has been asked what the new deal means to that end

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3:42

Shane Solly: Harbour Asset Management expert on the...

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2026/07/06

It's been a turbulent time for AI-based investments. The AI capital expenditure-leveraged Korean and Japanese share markets have recovered from last week's drop, but experts say things are still 'volatile'. Shane Solly from Harbour Asset Management explained further. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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6:33

Louise Tanguay: Sleep Store co-founder and director...

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2026/07/06

The Sleep Store is celebrating 20 years of helping families find the right products for their kids. The brand has gone from a kitchen table start-up to filling more than 150,000 orders per year. Co-founder and director Louise Tanguay says it's 'wild' to look back at how much the brand has grown. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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7:48

Nicola Willis: Finance Minister on the Government's...

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2026/07/06

The Finance Minister is hopeful that New Zealand's exports will grow significantly over the next ten years. If reelected, National says it will pursue trade negotiations with Brazil, Switzerland, Argentina, Bangladesh, Nigeria, Uruguay and the European Free Trade Association. It would seek talks with a further six trading nations over the next decade. Nicola Willis says it's likely there will be more demand for New Zealand-made products over the years as the market grows and changes. "If you'd asked

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2:13

Tim Groser: former Trade Minister 'encouraged' by...

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2026/07/06

A former Trade Minister says he's very encouraged by National's election promise that it'll pursue trade talks with seven economies. It says it would prioritise trade talks with Brazil, Switzerland, Argentina, Bangladesh, Nigeria, Uruguay and the European Free Trade Association. It's also promised to advance negotiations with a further six countries over the next decade. Tim Groser says if you don't aim high, you achieve low. "It's possible - and even if they fall short, it's certainly going to set

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