Respite from interest rate hikes looms as unemployment rises
First signs of a slowdown have emerged in labour market data, economists say.
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Pressure on family budgets will become more intense this year.
‘I warned him’: Boss’ controversial act to employee
A boss is refusing to budge on his actions, explaining why she took such a hardline stance
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Produce supplier costs increased by 24 per cent last month.
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Kate Grant says be mindful of impacts on workers, communities, customers, and the planet.
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'Welfare rorters': Mining boss targets Kiwi staff amid claims Aussies 'too lazy'
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Cooking the Books podcast: How to watch your pennies in 2023
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Market close: NZ market goes against global run of play
Prices defying the weaker markets overseas
Market close: China’s reopening sends out waves
Harbour Asset Management's Shane Solly says there's market risks from reopening.
Britain’s pizzerias fear extinction after ‘diabolical couple of years’
Telegraph: Every key ingredient has risen in price by double digits.
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Geopolitical risks and supply chain disruption lingering pests for economy.
Shock value: Business confidence plummets to fresh low
The last ANZ Business Outlook of the year shows business owners are gloomier than ever.
AUT loses staff redundancy lawsuit - but sequel looms after ‘complex’ decision
AUT planned to cut 170 academic staff but says no 'aggravation' intended.
Top bank: NZ’s economic outlook and what to do if your mortgage is refixing
ASB economists are warning kiwis to brace for higher debt repayments in 2023
Market close: No Christmas spirit rubbing off on shares
Index has now fallen more than 11 per cent this year.
Cost of living crisis: Consumer confidence falls to lowest point on record
The downturn in confidence has been widespread across age groups and income brackets.
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