Robyn Walker highlights the lumpy revenue risks and complexity of a CGT.
With GDP slipping further, New Zealand’s double-dip recession highlights the tough balance between cooling the economy and fostering growth.
Rapid interest rate rises significantly affected consumers and businesses.
IMF mission head Evan Papageorgiou hints that some of the conversations with Minister Willis over the matter have not been easy.
International Monetary Fund again recommends tax reform for New Zealand, including a comprehensive capital gains tax.
The Westpac-McDermott Miller Consumer Confidence Index rose 4.3 points in March to 93.2.
Stats NZ data shows a provisional net migration gain of 133,800 in the year ended January.
And popstar Taylor Swift has a 'Swiftflation' effect on travel costs.
Stats NZ data shows retail spending using electronic cards slumped in February.
The global outlook is ‘nuanced’ which means investors need to be ‘nimble’.