Analysis

ANALYSIS: In 1965, there were seven working-age Kiwis for every person over 65. Today, there are only four working-age Kiwis for every person over 65, and by 2065, it’s projected to be just two.

Brent Edwards Thu, 02 Oct 2025

Underarm

Trump talks big on pharma tariffs, and then there is reality

ANALYSIS: The global pharmaceutical industry has been bracing for US tariffs all year. Now they have been announced, the impact may not be as dramatic as feared.

Lachlan Colquhoun Wed, 01 Oct 2025

Margin Call

Central banks and the risk of fiscal dominance

ANALYSIS: When rulers become handmaidens, we hope the economic grey rhino doesn’t turn on us.

Mark Brighouse. Tue, 30 Sep 2025

Shoeshine

The Fakelorist: Rob Vickery goes from dark place to Dark Cornwall

ANALYSIS: The Hillfarrance founder has spoken for the first time since his swift departure from New Zealand, as his main funder NZGCP says it’s learned lessons from the debacle.

Will Mace Mon, 29 Sep 2025

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