Differing views on the Budget and its impact on productivity

Ganesh Nana argues the Government has more scope to raise debt, but John Pask is more cautious.

WATCH: BusinessNZ economist John Pask and economist Ganesh Nana speak with Brent Edwards.

BusinessNZ economist John Pask describes the Coalition Government’s Investment Boost policy as a circuit breaker, but economist Ganesh Nana does not believe it will bring about a step change in productivity.

Legislation enabling businesses to immediately deduct 20% of the cost of new machinery,

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Brent Edwards Mon, 26 May 2025

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