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New Reserve Bank survey shows business inflation expectations rising
The Reserve Bank has launched a new survey of business expectations.

Hayden Wilson: Fiscal restraint and growth focus define upcoming Budget
OPINION: Is there light at the end of the tunnel?

Liam Dann: After Orr – is it time for a Reserve Bank reset?
OPINION: The challenges facing the Reserve Bank.
Employment
Official cash rate

Liam Dann: ‘Perfect storm’ for flat whites - what surging food prices mean for the economy
Butter, cheese, coffee...do rising food prices signal the return of high inflation?

Liam Dann: After Orr – is it time for a Reserve Bank reset?
OPINION: The challenges facing the Reserve Bank.

Upbeat outlook: Westpac economists see recovery gathering steam
Strong export prices are helping to drive the economic recovery.
Inflation
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Callaghan shows start-up team the door, Auckland Mayor makes tech grab
Budget day is desk clear-out day for Callaghan's commercialisation team.

Two private equity firms reportedly circling Spark
Some analysts say the stock is oversold.

PM positive on providing tax support for firms that invest in tech and machinery
How the Government could change capital depreciation rules in the Budget.

Ryan Bridge: I hereby request a pay equity claim for NZ v Aus
OPINION: Greens' budget fails to address NZ-Australia wage gap.

How Christchurch's new stadium is redefining event hospitality
Interest submissions for the stadium's offerings closed Friday and were ‘oversubscribed’.

Steven Joyce: Why it's time to scrutinise Fonterra's role in rising food prices
OPINION: Dairy prices are rising; butter now costs $3 more than last year.

Fran O'Sullivan: Willis’ film industry backing shows Budget's focus on economic growth
OPINION: Balancing growth and fiscal prudence will be a tough task for the Govt, though.

The Budget lever the Govt could pull to lift NZ out of economic doldrums
OPINION: NZ has long aspired to have an energy-resilient economy. This is a way to do it.

Women in the firing line again, as Govt mulls cutting ACC cover
Minister fears scheme is too broad and unsustainable.