More work is needed to fully implement recommendations made after Cyclone Gabrielle.
BusinessNZ says decisions still need to be made on the scheme’s scope.
The Monetary Policy Committee needs to be confident about its inflation and employment targets.
Bigger investments now likely as it has $400m in the fund.
NZIER warns supply constraints will, however, hamper growth.
She is the first Māori woman to be appointed to the role.
There were reputational risks around the ‘public good’ nature of Kiwi Bonds.
Political pressure likely helped government decide to lift benefit levels.
National said the budget didn't provide a pathway to prosperity.
Treasury is forecasting annual economic growth of 4.4% in the 2023 financial year.