Second-quarter GDP shocker dealt a blow to September business confidence – ANZ
On the positive side, the survey did show “expected own activity” rose four points to net 43%, its…
NZ economy in deep per capita recession as investor confidence slumps
It was much weaker than expected and offered further evidence that we have faced a very challenging period.…
Consumer confidence rebounds in September but GDP data weighs on outlook
“The data preceding the GDP release averaged 96, while the responses that came in afterwards averaged just 77,”…
More than half of young Kiwi drivers in AA survey admit to texting and messaging while driving
Turning on the feature, which silences notifications, would help young motorists stay focused while on the road, said…
Mood of the Boardroom: NZ CEO survey shows weaker confidence as global trade tensions bite
“Consumer confidence remains very subdued and, while we are seeing recovery first in the regions, it is not…
Cost-of-living crisis: Almost half of Kiwis going backwards financially
“The data definitely shows a challenging environment for Kiwis.” But Grange said women and the younger generation were…
NZ investor confidence drops to Covid lows
“This has led to a more pessimistic tone in overall investor confidence, which seems to be suffering from…
Will Auckland’s inner city schools accept out-of-zone students? See the Herald’s figures
Mt Albert Grammar said its 2026 jump in in-zone students was “daunting”, while Selwyn College principal Sheryll Ofner…
More Hongkongers feel anxious about using up their savings in retirement: McKinsey survey
More than 70 per cent of Hongkongers fear running out of savings when they retire, while 50 per…
New Zealand farmer confidence continues to soar in latest Rabobank survey
The Rabobank Rural Confidence Survey, conducted since 2003, is administered by independent research agency Kantar, interviewing a panel…
Auckland shows signs of returning to life, Bay of Plenty takes top spot in regional economic survey
Tourist arrivals and export volumes also declined, while annual net migration continued to ease. Bay of Plenty soared…
Auckland shows signs of returning to life, Bay of Plenty takes top spot in regional economic survey
Tourist arrivals and export volumes also declined, while annual net migration continued to ease. Bay of Plenty soared…