Tracking NZ’s position on this stormy sea
Global food security concerns could play to the country’s strengths – if managed right, says Cameron Bagrie.
Look further afield for banking reform
The new Commerce Commission inquiry ought to have business banking in its sights, says Cameron Bagrie.
Tighter tax take points to trouble ahead
We’re entering a stage in the economic cycle that could be a major wake-up call for society, Cameron Bagrie says.
Long-term cost of finance is the one to watch
Inflation, interest rates and the repricing of risk all play a role.
Good news for farmers as S&P waves downgrade stick
Export earnings will be key if NZ heeds warning to return to economic fundamentals.
Inflation the most concerning issue in NZ by a country mile
While New Zealanders are expressing real concern about the climate, though sentiment towards it is still dwarfed by inflation worries.
NZD in the long grass as Fed battles market
Next year is when we will really know how sticky inflation is looking, says Cameron Bagrie.
Rising OCR may mean costlier debt for a while
There is some evidence the Official Cash Rate is now rising, writes Cameron Bagrie.
A divided New Zealand benefits no one
NZ needs to get back to the basics of looking after people, says Cameron Bagrie.
Better get used to rising interest rates
Can we get the inflation thief back in jail?