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Reserve Bank likely to use new tools within six months, NZIER says

Shamubeel Eaqub

Strongest business confidence since pre-GFC – NZIER

Shamubeel Eaqub: now an optimist

The March quarter survey shows economic recovery broadening beyond Auckland and Christchurch.

To Mondayise or Fridayise public holidays: Business responds

Phil O'Rielly: Mondayising Waitangi and Anzac Days less invasive

Given the option to choose which end of the week public holidays should be celebrated, and at the risk of sacrificing the value of "Friday drinks", businesses have Monday-itis.

Business mood turns upbeat – but it's a jobless recovery

Shamubeel Eaqub

The economy surged in the December quarter to the best level since mid-2007.

Population of 15m would spur export success: NZIER

Report also recommends considering tax incentives or grants to encourage large, successful New Zealand companies to remain based here.

Slow second half forecast as confidence and activity slide

Shamubeel Eaqub

"The recovery remains disappointing," principal economist NZIER Shamubeel Eaqub says. "Auckland is growing, but the post-quake surge in Canterbury is moderating and activity elsewhere is slowing."