
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.
| Publishes | Daily | Episodes | 4173 | Founded | 5 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | Business NewsNewsBusiness | |||

The International Monetary Fund is broadly happy with how the Government and Reserve Bank are steering the economy - but it's warned some changes need to take place.
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2026 is halfway over, and experts have noticed which trends are leading investor conversations.
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Mi... more
I totally run the risk of being way too much of a fangirl about the Michelin stars handed out, but I am so excited about this.
Mainly, I'm excited for the people who run those restaurants because I realise what this means for them. It means full bo... more
Wellington council has unveiled their new team aiming to help the capital get its mojo back.
The council has brought together a lineup of business, property, technology and creative sector leaders to help shape a five-year plan to grow the city's e... more
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This show centers on sharp, data-driven discussions about New Zealand business, economics, policy, and markets. Across episodes, listeners hear from economists, industry executives, and policy insiders about inflation trends, energy and transport costs, startup funding, regulatory shifts, and corporate strategy—often framed around how these forces affect businesses, investors, and consumers. A recurring strength is translating complex macro developments into actionable takeaways for decision-makers, with a clear emphasis on risk, resilience, and opportunity in the NZ context. A notable edge is the blend of economic indicators, market moves, and regulatory nuance, which helps listeners gauge implications for strategy, budgeting, and planning... more
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Recent guests on Best of Business include:
1. Katrina King
2. Peter Griffin
3. Nadia Steedman
4. Andrew Fairgray
5. Grant Bradley
6. Matt Ball
7. Jamie Beaton
8. Kylie Freeland
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