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Editorial: New South Island Minister a welcome boost for underappreciated Mainlanders

EDITORIAL: New minister says he will bring a loud voice to the people of the south.

Luxon to deliver reality check on what’s needed to grow economy

A small policy announcement is expected in the PM's State of the Nation speech.

Inside National's caucus retreat as MPs accept reshuffle fate

The party's MPs gathered in Hamilton.

Big rate cut still on the cards after inflation data

A decent fall in non-tradeable inflation should hearten the Reserve Bank.

Trump proposes 10% tariffs on Chinese imports from February

Trump had previously signalled he might impose tariffs of 50% or more.

Rising rents keep inflation stuck at 2.2%

The consumers price index increased by 2.2%.

PM’s focus on economic growth in ‘tough times’, Rocket Lab founder to address retreat

Luxon said there would be a renewed focus on bringing more tourists to NZ.

Inside Economics: Capital Gains Tax v Wealth Tax – what's the difference?

Liam Dann answers readers' questions about economics.

New data shows economy still struggling

Service sector survey and Seek job ads both point to a tough end for 2024.

Matthew Hooton: Luxon promises laser-focus on economy, but will his aim be off?

OPINION: Luxon's State of the Nation speech should outline urgent, bold reform.

Kiwi sharemarket rises from lull after rally in the States

Volumes were steady with 22.9 million shares worth $98.56m changing hands.

Westpac's Satish Ranchhod on food price inflation

Westpac senior economist Satish Ranchhod talks to Tom Raynel about what the rise in food prices means for the wider economy.

Food prices rise in December, driven by dairy, fruit, cooking oil

Non-alcoholic drinks and tobacco registered the biggest annual price increases.

Kennards Hire optimistic on post-recession outlook as inquiries grow

Kennards Hire is seeing inquiries grow for equipment, as its competitor reported a loss.

Letters: Politics trumps massive public interest in Treaty bill

OPINION: 'In the real world, political pragmatism and expediency will always win.'

Loss of 190 jobs at ProLink, recruiter owes $3.8m

Migrants lose jobs at company linked to woman previously jailed over fake birth documents.

Renewed US trade war threatens China's 'lifeline'

Exports have historically been a key engine in the world's second-largest economy.

Employment confidence rises despite looming 5% unemployment rate forecast

Job market may have stabilised despite concerns over jitters.