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Budget 2024
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What lies ahead: economic and fiscal forecasts

Budget 2024 lays out Government's expectations for the year ahead, with the economy expected to contract slightly in the 12 months to June.

WATCH: NBR political editor Brent Edwards speaks with Grant Walker.

Brent Edwards Thu, 30 May 2024

The Treasury has cited poor productivity as an increasing drag on New Zealand’s economy.

In the coming financial year it is expecting the operating balance excluding gains and losses (Obegal) to record a deficit of $13.5 billion, followed by a $8.5b deficit in 2025-26, and a $3.1b deficit in

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Brent Edwards Thu, 30 May 2024
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