by Warren Head | Apr 21, 2026 | Economy
New Zealand has experienced a record 46 storms over the past 12 months, driving a sharp rise in insurance claims, according to the country’s largest general; insurer IAG. IAG New Zealand trades under the AMI, State, NZI, Lumley and Lantern brands, and also provides...
by Warren Head | Apr 21, 2026 | Economy
Consumer NZ analysis of the April 1 electricity price rises shows large differences around the country, and those getting hit the hardest can least afford it. "The impact of the increases vary across the country," says Paul Fuge, Manager of Powerswitch. "In the...
by Warren Head | Apr 15, 2026 | Business, Economy
15.4.26 Global growth is projected to slow to 3.1% in 2026 and 3.2% in 2027, states the IMF in its latest World Economic Outlook. And that assumes that the Middle East war remains limited in duration and scope. Global headline inflation is projected to rise...
by Warren Head | Apr 6, 2026 | Economy, Latest News
6.4.26 Today’s fuel stocks update by MBIE showed that as of last Wednesday evening, there were 61.9 days of petrol, 51.5 days of diesel, and 50.1 days of jet fuel. This is compared to 58.7 days of petrol, 52.2 days of diesel and 46.2 days of jet fuel, in a prior...
by Warren Head | Mar 27, 2026 | Economy
25.3.26 The fuels price spike and associated supply disruption from the Middle East war remains a fast-moving situation internationally. However, MBIE reported in midweek that fuel supply into New Zealand remains stable, and onshore and incoming stocks are healthy....
by Warren Head | Mar 27, 2026 | Business Views & Videos, Economy
27.3.26 Ceasefire negotiations between the US and Iran appear to have stalled - if they ever really got started – and the paperwork in the form of lists of reciprocal demands appears a pointless exercise. President Trump warned Iran to "get serious" about...
