Welcome to our Weekly Digest – stay in the know with some recent news updates relevant to business and the economy. Political party leaders make pitches at business conference At the BusinessNZ conference, political party leaders from National, Labour, and the Greens made their pitches to the business community. Tourism leaders concerned about effects of … Continued
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Welcome to our Weekly Digest – stay in the know with some recent news updates relevant to business and the economy. IMF report concludes New Zealand economy faces year or more of tepid growth The economy faces a year or more of tepid growth but could find itself in a deeper recession for longer if … Continued
Welcome to our Weekly Digest – stay in the know with some recent news updates relevant to business and the economy. A turning point for the economy is coming, predicts ASB Tough times are still ahead for New Zealanders this year, but there are indications that a turning point for the economy may be near, … Continued
Welcome to our Weekly Digest – stay in the know with some recent news updates relevant to business and the economy. Economic activity picks up but headwinds loom Employment and population growth are continuing to support the economy despite the pressure from inflation and interest rates, but there are warnings of potential headwinds from the … Continued
Welcome to our Weekly Digest – stay in the know with some recent news updates relevant to business and the economy. Corporate reporting forecasts low market earnings to continue Analysts are expecting the upcoming corporate reporting season to deliver a mixed bag of results, with falling consumer demand and increased costs a drag on earnings. … Continued
Welcome to our Weekly Digest – stay in the know with some recent news updates relevant to business and the economy. Grocery prices still rising but not as fast, index shows Grocery prices are still rising but not as fast as they were, according to an index measuring costs of supplying supermarkets. The latest Infometrics-Foodstuffs … Continued
Welcome to our Weekly Digest – stay in the know with some recent news updates relevant to business and the economy. Slowing wage growth good news for small business owners – Xero Jobs growth in small businesses remained strong in the June quarter despite sales flatlining, according to new data from accounting software company Xero. … Continued
Welcome to our Weekly Digest – stay in the know with some recent news updates relevant to business and the economy. Explaining rising interest rates At the moment there is confusion about how banks have raised their fixed mortgage rates recently despite the Reserve Bank stating in May that it didn’t feel rates needed to … Continued
Welcome to our Weekly Digest – stay in the know with some recent news updates relevant to business and the economy. Cash flow woes a big hurdle for small business success Cash flow is essential for any business, but especially for small businesses. A new survey conducted by Xero shows many of those small business … Continued
Welcome to our Weekly Digest – stay in the know with some recent news updates relevant to business and the economy. Retailers report slowing sales as inflation and high interest rates bite Mounting economic pressure is forcing retailers to weigh up their future, with the majority of firms missing their sales targets. More than a … Continued
Retirement is a significant milestone that brings with it the need for careful planning and financial security. A well-planned retirement ensures that you can maintain your desired lifestyle without worrying about running out of money. One of the key components of successful retirement planning is seeking good financial advice. Obtaining professional financial guidance can contribute … Continued
Welcome to our Weekly Digest – stay in the know with some recent news updates relevant to business and the economy. New Zealanders face rising living costs with many changes kicking in from 1 July Several tax cuts and subsidies have ended in New Zealand from 1 July, including the end of the fuel-tax discount … Continued
Cybersecurity Best Practices for Small and Medium-Sized Businesses In our digital age, cybersecurity is a crucial aspect of running any business. Cybersecurity breaches could lead to not only data theft but also reputational and financial loss. Hence, it’s imperative to establish robust cybersecurity measures to protect your business and customers’ sensitive information. Here are some … Continued
Welcome to our Weekly Digest – stay in the know with some recent news updates relevant to business and the economy. Primary industry exports hit record high New Zealand’s food and fibre sector is on track to set a new record high, with export earnings to hit $56.2 billion by 30 June 2023, Prime Minister … Continued
Welcome to our Weekly Digest – stay in the know with some recent news updates relevant to business and the economy. How to handle inflation as a sole trader Sole traders have had an especially difficult few years as inflation surges. Here are three tips to help lighten the load for your sole trader business. … Continued
Welcome to our Weekly Digest – stay in the know with some recent news updates relevant to business and the economy. MBIE opens consultation on a draft Grocery Supply Code of Conduct The Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment (MBIE) has opened a consultation on a draft Grocery Supply Code of Conduct. This code is … Continued
Welcome to our Weekly Digest – stay in the know with some recent news updates relevant to business and the economy. Greenwashing investigation into Kiwi businesses needed – Consumer A consumer group is calling for an investigation into Kiwi businesses for greenwashing, which is the practice of making false or misleading claims about environmental benefits. … Continued
Welcome to our Weekly Digest – stay in the know with recent news updates relevant to business and the economy. Consumer confidence ‘extremely low’ amid rising rates Consumer confidence in New Zealand is extremely low due to rising interest rates, with the Westpac McDermott Miller Consumer Confidence Index dropping to its lowest level since 2011. … Continued
Welcome to our Weekly Digest – stay in the know with some recent news updates relevant to business and the economy. Hit hard by Covid-19, tourism brick-and-mortar icon i-SITEs still have a place, industry says The tourism industry has been hit hard by the Covid-19 pandemic, but brick and mortar i-Sites still have a place … Continued