Economy Matters

ANALYSIS: Moses’ declaration of moral principles aimed at bringing humanity closer together, while Trump’s declaration of global tariffs underscores a growing fragmentation in international relations.

Christoph Schumacher Mon, 14 Apr 2025

Economy Matters

The looming crisis in retirement savings

ANALYSIS: A new study shows more Kiwis are facing financial hardship in their later years.

Hillmarè Schulze Mon, 31 Mar 2025

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Has New Zealand’s recession finally ended?

ANALYSIS: So far, the indicators are producing some very mixed results.

Christoph Schumacher Mon, 17 Mar 2025

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Is New Zealand doomed to mediocracy?

ANALYSIS: It's not just luck that has allowed Ireland and Norway to significantly outpace our growth.

Hillmarè Schulze Mon, 03 Mar 2025

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Tariffs reality is rarely straightforward

ANALYSIS: Trump’s tariffs are a high-stakes gamble with global repercussions.

Christoph Schumacher Mon, 17 Feb 2025

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House of cards: vulnerability in failing global trading system

ANALYSIS: We need a more strategic approach to trade policy, to focus on both new agreements and issues in our export sector, and participate in WTO reform efforts.

Hillmarè Schulze Mon, 03 Feb 2025

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OCR predictions: why and how?

ANALYSIS: The spotlight is back on the official cash rate. But how does the RBNZ decide how much to change it, and how do other banks attempt to predict its movements?

Christoph Schumacher Mon, 27 Jan 2025

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