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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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4:47

Paul Bloxham: HSBC Chief Economist on Australian...

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2023/06/13

Australian economists see a higher risk of recession after soft Q1 GDP report. RBA Governor Philip Lowe has talked about navigating a narrow path to lower inflation while keeping unemployment down for the past year- but his tone has changed. The central bank surprised markets by raising rates and warned it could tighten again to reduce inflation, even at the cost of preserving jobs. HSBC Chief Economist Paul Bloxham expects the Reserve Bank of Australia will probably deliver another hike and reduce

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4:01

Mary Jo Vergara: Kiwibank senior economist on what...

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2023/06/13

New Zealand's population continues to grow at pace. The latest Stats NZ figures show New Zealand had a net new migration gain of 72,300 in the year to April. Kiwibank senior economist Mary Jo Vergara doesn't think this increase will be as inflationary as economists predicted. "Migration has implications for both the supply side and the demand side of the economy, but we think it'll add to the boosted capacity of our economy far more than it'll add to aggregate demand." LISTEN ABOVESee

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2:36

Mike's Minute: Recession or not? It feels like it

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2023/06/12

I think we can ask the question of how much is enough, given the numbers we have given you of late. Government expenditure is up 596 percent and income i.e tax take, is up 334 percent. As a result of that, the debt is up 482 percent. If all of that isn't enough, what is? The economy this week gets its Q1 read on GDP. In other words, what we did in January, February and March. The importance of it, is it needs to be a positive number. If it isn't a positive number that will mean we are officially in

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4:08

Bernie Smith: Housing developer says the govt's lack...

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2023/06/12

The Government is being accused of slacking off with disruptive Kāinga Ora tenants. Newstalk ZB can reveal three people have been evicted for bad behaviour in the past 18 months - another 200 have been relocated. This is despite 10,000 complaints since the housing agency rolled out tougher termination measures. Solomon Group Housing manager Bernie Smith told Kate Hawkesby it's totally unacceptable. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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3:20

Kate Acland: Beef and Lamb Chair says they are...

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2023/06/12

Beef and Lamb is pleased with National's election emissions policy. National would start measuring farm emissions by 2025, and make farmers pay for them by 2030, five years later than the current plan to have them paying by 2025. National hasn't revealed how it will decide pricing, but says it will decide in the first year if elected. Beef and Lamb Chair Kate Acland says the delay is positive because time is needed to make the pricing fair. She says it can't be rushed into. LISTEN ABOVE See

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4:16

Josh Emett: Kiwi chef is teaming up with Gwyneth...

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2023/06/12

Kiwi chef Josh Emett is cooking up a storm for none other than Goop - Gwyneth Paltrow's powerhouse brand. The Goop team reached out after Paltrow reposted Josh's hasselback potatoes on social media in March. He's now whipped up three recipes for their massive online audience. Josh Emmet joined Kate Hawkesby. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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12:14

Alan Joyce: Qantas CEO says there is big demand for...

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2023/06/12

Qantas chief executive Alan Joyce says demand for travel is still running high but more airline capacity should push down air fares. Joyce, in Auckland for the launch of Qantas’ non-stop Auckland flight to New York, told Newstalk ZB’s Mike Hosking that his airline had bounced back from Covid and was now making record profits. ‘‘We’re seeing a massive pent-up demand. Our research in Australia says (there is) twice the demand for international travel and domestic travel than there was before

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4:12

Jim van der Poel: Dairy NZ Chair says National's...

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2023/06/12

National's plan to delay emissions pricing is being applauded in some quarters as a step in the right direction. Under the party's policy, the date farmers would need to start paying for emissions, would be pushed back from 2025 to 2030. From 2025, farmers would be able to claim credits for trees planted on farms. Dairy New Zealand Chair Jim van der Poel told Mike Hosking it's definitely better than what's currently proposed but there's still work to be done. He says trees are okay as long as

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1:55

Weston Kirton: Ruapehu Mayor is comfortable with...

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2023/06/12

An end seems to be in sight to the Ruapehu Alpine Lifts saga. The skifield is in voluntary administration with the Government backing two bidders to take the reins. It's understood it would be split into two skifields; one business running each. Creditors vote next week on whether to liquidate the company, and sell assets to bidders. Mayor Weston Kirton told Mike Hosking there's more to be done, but he's comfortable with the proposal. He says it's not perfect but the community are at odds with the

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4:30

Fran O'Sullivan: NZME business commentator on Prime...

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2023/06/12

Prime Minister Chris Hipkins is set to go to China at the end of the month. This trip will be the first Prime Minister-led delegation there since 2019, and Hipkins is expected to visit Beijing, Shanghai and Guangzhou. NZME business commentator Fran O'Sullivan says it's likely Chris Hipkins will meet President Xi Jinping and several key ministers. "The details will probably come out next week. Normally with these trips, there's a bit of protocol, like waiting for China's side to face up as

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2:31

Satish Ranchhod: Westpac senior economist on retail...

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2023/06/12

Retail card spending fell $113 million last month, compared to April - across all industries. Stats NZ data shows the largest contributor to the 1.7 percent drop was fuel, down $25 million, followed by apparel, which fell $13 million. Westpac senior economist Satish Ranchhod says it's a weaker result than expected. "We thought those increases in migration, as well as those increases in prices, would have seen spending rising. Instead, what we're seeing is those pressures on household finances really

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5:01

Paul Stenhouse: Tech - Apple unveil raft of new...

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2023/06/09

FaceTime on your TV Instead of gathering around a phone, or a laptop to connect with family or friends, why not gather around the biggest screen in your house - the TV. The new feature allows you to use your iPhone as a camera, connected to your Apple TV. Plus, it'll have the 'centre stage' capability so if you move around it will automatically reframe you. Would have been amazing for the pandemic lockdown, but will still be future going forward. Your iPhone as a smart display Apple is

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4:42

Eric Crampton: NZ Initiative Chief Economist says it...

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2023/06/08

It may be too early to read too much into the Government's higher than expected deficit. Latest Treasury figures show the Government has recorded a $7 billion deficit for the ten months to April. While that's $2.4 billion lower than the deficit from the same period a year ago, it's $1.3 billion dollars higher than Budget forecasts. New Zealand Initiative Chief Economist Eric Crampton told Mike Hosking we need to see how indicators track in the months ahead before drawing any conclusions. He says the

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3:17

Viv Beck: Heart of the City CEO says Auckland...

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2023/06/08

Auckland councillors will be back around the table at 10am this morning after being unable to agree on the council's budget. Mayor Wayne Brown proposed a compromise mid-way through yesterday's meeting, suggesting selling about half the council's holding in Auckland Airport, higher rates rises and more cuts to Council Controlled Organisations and local boards. Heart of the City chief executive Viv Beck told Kate Hawkesby businesses want a cost-effective, efficient council that's easier to work with,

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4:33

Carrie Hurihanganui: Auckland Airport CEO responds to...

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2023/06/08

Auckland Airport's clapped back at airlines after their claims that increased landing fees could make travel less affordable. Qantas and Air New Zealand have teamed up to publicly oppose the airport's latest plans to double landing fees over the next four years. They say prices are being hiked to fund a largely unnecessary redevelopment. But Chief Executive Carrie Hurihanganui told Mike Hosking charges will make up less than five percent of airfares in 2024. She says the 57-year-old terminal is past

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4:06

Sam Dickie: Fisher Funds senior portfolio manager on...

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2023/06/08

Infrastructure investment company Infratil will pay $1.8 billion to take full control of One NZ. This purchase will double Infratil’s stake in One NZ and easily make it Infratil's largest asset in their portfolio. Fisher Funds senior portfolio manager Sam Dickie says this is a clear vote of confidence from Infratil, who stand to benefit from working with One NZ. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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3:45

Liam Dann: NZ Herald business editor speculates what...

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2023/06/08

New Zealand's GDP figures will be out next week- but what will that mean for the economy? Economists are currently predicting a marginal increase in New Zealand's GDP, and economic activity is on the rise. NZ Herald business editor Liam Dann says a minimal increase or decrease won't affect most people's experience of the economy, and it's too marginal to worry about. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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4:36

Greg Foran: Air New Zealand CEO on Air New Zealand...

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2023/06/08

Air New Zealand and Qantas have come out swinging against Auckland Airport's planned redevelopment- calling for an urgent rethink. The pair released a joint statement saying it will lift airport charges and travel costs to an unaffordable level for a number of customers. Air New Zealand CEO Greg Foran says it's important for the final product to be affordable, and having a plan doesn't guarantee affordability. "At the moment, it feels like you're renovating a house and the cost is unaffordable. But

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12:04

James Caan: Successful British-Pakistani entrepreneur...

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2023/06/07

If you want a sense of how the UK economy is fearing, and how to get into business, then James Caan is your man. The British-Pakistani entrepreneur went from no degree to starting a recruitment company to becoming one of the most respected and successful entrepreneurs in the UK and a government advisor. He was a former dragon on Dragons' Den and his latest recruitment company, Recruitment Entrepreneur has gone from strength to strength. So much so, that he's bringing it to New Zealand - and James

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3:08

Loren Heaphy: ChristchurchNZ spokesperson says city...

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2023/06/07

Ōtautahi Christchurch is making progress in its earthquake and pandemic recovery. Thanks to five major summer sporting events, the local economy has received an injection of close to $3 million. ChristchurchNZ's General Manager of Destination and Attraction Loren Heaphy told Mike Hosking the city has matured from its post-quake status and is picking up momentum. She says they are focused on building vibrancy and making sure both visitors and residents alike, are having an amazing experience. LISTEN

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