Inside Economics: GDP or not GDP? That is the last question for 2025
They say nothing about inequality/distribution of wealth, natural resources available, mitigation factors for climate change, perceived happiness, and…
No reprieve for Nicola Willis expected from Treasury forecasts, as return to surplus in question
It has been difficult for Willis to completely rein in spending at a time the economy has needed…
How monogamous are humans? A study ranks us between meerkats and beavers
The study used pre-existing data from 103 human societies and 34 non-human mammal species to produce a “monogamy…
Why fixed mortgage rates are headed up already after Reserve Bank cuts – Inside Economics
Banks’ answer is that their rates had already “priced in” the OCR reductions. But they need to produce…
The unavoidable reason New Zealand will need to tax capital – Inside Economics
Terry A: Great idea Terry. Let’s take another look at that speech last month by Treasury’s chief strategist,…
‘Quiet, quiet, piggy’ Trump says to one female journalist, and tells another ‘you are a terrible reporter’
Today Trump singled out ABC News’s Bruce after she asked a series of questions in the Oval Office…
Inside Economics: The real reason economists are confident the recovery is coming
“I saw your recent columns where you mentioned ‘green shoots’ – a term I try to avoid but…
Inside Economics: Is the brain drain keeping unemployment down? Plus, green shoots ahead
Regards, Gil Laurenson A: Good question Gil. I’ve also tended to assume the numbers leaving New Zealand must…
Questions surround AI’s impact on mental health
AS EXPERTS SAY THEY ARE TURNING TO AI FOR MEDICAL ADVICE. BUT WITH THIS SURGE IN INQUIRIES COMES…
Unemployment hits nine-year high but economists see turning point ahead – Liam Dann
An additional 138,000 Kiwis are in that category. Around the country, the unemployment rate varied widely – generally…
Inside Economics: Is the housing wealth effect a mass delusion? Plus CGT debate unleashed
My first house in 1986 was three times my salary and there were plenty of jobs. Now it…
Inside Economics: NZ’s missing mojo – did it ever exist (and was it just property prices)?
A: Fair point. When exactly did New Zealand last have mojo? First let’s step back and clarify what…