Economy
Demand for high-end homes may outstrip supply
Demand may outstrip housing supply when it comes to the wealthy foreign investors keen to come to New Zealand under the so-called golden visa. Sarah Wood, chief executive of realestate.co.nz spoke to… Audio
US betting markets under scrutiny following Iran attack bets
Prediction markets are under scrutiny in the US, following suspicion of insider knowledge of classified events. Betting platform Polymarket showed six new accounts placed bets the day before the… Audio
Why Air NZ is in the red while rivals soar
Our national carrier is flying through turbulent skies, with grounded planes, global conflict, and growing criticism from politicians and passengers Audio
'Our tax system isn't fair': Rise in inequality being felt
Wellbeing Economy Alliance Aotearoa director Gareth Hughes said there is deep unease about how the economy is handling challenges like housing and the cost of living. Audio
A gold mine, a giant company and a community divided
Central Otago is sitting on a gold mine that may be worth billions, but tensions are simmering.
Kiwis support more taxes on ultra-rich, new poll shows
Half of New Zealanders also agreed that billionaires shouldn't exist while people still struggled with basic necessities like housing, food and healthcare.
A gold mine, an Australia mining giant, and a community divided
Central Otago is sitting on a gold mine that may be worth billions, but the decision of whether to dig has tensions simmering. Audio
Midday Report Essentials for Tuesday 3 March 2026
The US death toll rises to six, and three American fighter jets fall from the sky in friendly fire. Iran's casualties total more than 500, as Donald Trump refuses to rule out boots on the ground in… Audio
Warnings over implications of Iran war on NZ trade
The US-Israeli war on Iran could have huge implications for New Zealand trade and for our energy consumption and pricing. Westpac Chief Economist Kelly Eckhold spoke to Guyon Espiner. Audio
NZ exports face uncertainty amid Middle East conflict
New Zealand is just about to head into peak export season, but now the country's dairy, red meat, and horticulture industries are among those bracing for impact as strikes continue in the Middle East… Audio
Investors brace as Middle East conflict hits markets
Investors are bracing for a wave of volatility following the attack on Iran from the United States Government. About 20 percent of the world's oil and gas supply passes through the Strait of Hormuz, a… Audio
Evening business for 2 March 2026
News from the business sector, including a market report. Audio
Could conflict in Iran affect New Zealand's economy?
Could the fall out from conflict in the Middle East flatten New Zealand's economy? Strikes on Iran by the US and Israel have closed airspace and disrupted flights, as Iran retaliates. The Hormuz… Audio
NZX50 falls in first trading since US-Israel strikes on Iran
The NZX50 was down more than 1.5 percent on Monday morning, after the US and Israel attacked Iran at the weekend, prompting retaliatory strikes across the region.
