UPDATE: PM Christopher Luxon criticised US President Donald Trump’s threat earlier today that ‘a whole civilisation will die’ if Iran did not heed his demand about re-opening the Strait of Hormuz.
Bigger investments now likely as it has $400m in the fund.
NZIER warns supply constraints will, however, hamper growth.
She is the first Māori woman to be appointed to the role.
There were reputational risks around the ‘public good’ nature of Kiwi Bonds.
Political pressure likely helped government decide to lift benefit levels.
National said the budget didn't provide a pathway to prosperity.
Treasury is forecasting annual economic growth of 4.4% in the 2023 financial year.
Politics: National’s poor polling prompts continued questions about Judith Collins’ leadership.
James Shaw says National's lack of ambition over 30 years is to blame for big emissions cuts now.