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Hosted by Newstalk ZB · business · EN-US · 1,000 episodes
Best of Business is the home of all things business at Newstalk ZB, from morning market updates right through to incisive interviews with New Zealand’s top business leaders and decision makers. Whether you’re a small business owner or interested in what’s going on in the Big End of Town, this podcast encompasses the sharpest voices and minds in the world of business.
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The big US companies used to buy back more shares than they issued, but that's changed in recent months. The latest bank estimates claim 2026 could be the first year in almost three decades that that reverses. Milford Asset Management expert Brendan Larsen explained further. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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The boss of Fletcher Building says the company's in a much better position now than it was this time last year. It's reported a full year net profit of $228 million, up from a net loss of $419 million last year. The company has sold several business arms - including its Fletcher Construction division to French multinational Vinci. CEO Andrew Reding says this is a very good start for the business - but the journey's not over just yet. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Air New Zealand is rolling out automatic re-booking technology to international flight cancellations after rolling it out for domestic flights mid-last year. The airline says previously, re-booking customers after a long-haul cancellation took up to six hours. Ground and In-Flight Chief Operations Officer, Kate Boyer, says itineraries will now be automatically rebooked - usually in under 20 minutes. "We're using an algorithm to search for seats and availability, and make sure we can give customers a sort of certainty on their plans." LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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A global boom for beef is driving up cattle numbers - but how likely can it keep up the momentum? Data shows the 2025-2026 season was generally favourable for beef farmers, but concerns have been raised about the impact of overseas markets like the US. The Country's Hamish McKay explained further. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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The chair of Kiwibank's holding company is floating the idea of a Kiwibank-TSB merger. It comes as a group of Taranaki locals is seeking an interim injunction to stop a proposed merger of TSB and Heartland banks. The interim injunction on the TSB-Heartland merger is due to be heard on Thursday. Forsyth Barr Associate Analyst Ben Crozier explained how this could work. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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