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On Episode 803 of The Core Report, financial journalist Govindraj Ethiraj talks to Priyanka Kishore, Director and Principal Economist at Asia Decoded as well as Rahul JainDirector/VP – Research at Dolat Capital.SHOW NOTES(00:00) Stories of the Day(00:50) India brings on stage the world's biggest technology companies and disruptors with rivalry on full display(04:48) Fears of Imminent Attack by the US on Iran Bring Down Markets(06:00) Status Check on IT Stocks(11:46) Guess which city in India has the largest homes?(13:44) Why the recently signed FTAs by India are just the beginning of much hard work ahead(25:05) More countries are gearing to ban social media for teens, this could affect business models too(29:11) FeedbackRegister for India Finance and Innovation Forum 2026https://tinyurl.com/IFIFCOREFor more of our coverage check out thecore.inSubscribe to our NewsletterFollow us on:Twitter |Instagram |Facebook |Linkedin |Youtube
The Reserve Bank's kept the OCR unchanged at 2.25% and isn't forecasting any change until the end of the year. Governor Anna Breman says inflation should be back within target this quarter. She says the economy fundamentals are consistent with inflation falling to, and remaining at, 2% over the medium term. Infometrics Principal Economist Brad Olsen told Mike Hosking the Governor is playing with a pretty straight bat. He says it's a tricky balance, as the economy doesn't quite feel like it has recovery momentum, and they don't want to cut that off at the knees by spooking anyone, but they do have to be focused on inflation. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Tim Powers fills in for Vassy Kapelos on this lovely Family Day. Canada-USA Trade Minister Dominic Leblanc, along with 350 Canadian representatives, have traveled to Mexico on a trade mission. We dig deeper with Andrew DiCapua, a Principal Economist with the Canadian Chamber of Commerce. On today's show: CTV U.S. political analyst Eric Ham on the challenges that are facing Mark Wiseman, Canada's brand-new Ambassador to the United States. Vassy's interview on CTV's Question Period with Government House Leader Steve MacKinnon. Tech Check with tech analyst Carmi Levy: The bar in New York where you can go on a 'date' with a digital partner. The Daily Debrief Panel - featuring Tom Mulcair, Sabrina Grover, and Jamie Ellerton. CTV's Garrett Barry joins us from Milan, as Day 10 of the 2026 Olympic Winter Games carries on.
A warning we've been burnt by high hopes for economic recovery. Stats NZ data out today puts unemployment at 5.4 percent in the December quarter. The numbers were less severe than forecasts from Treasury, but still reflect a 10 year unemployment high. Infometrics Principal Economist Brad Olsen says the talk about getting momentum back last year fell short. "For businesses, they need to see stronger business sales coming through their front door before they commit to hiring more workers." LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
A warning we've been burnt by high hopes for economic recovery. Stats NZ data out today puts unemployment at 5.4 percent in the December quarter. The numbers were less severe than forecasts from Treasury, but still reflect a 10 year unemployment high. Infometrics Principal Economist Brad Olsen says the talk about getting momentum back last year fell short. "For businesses, they need to see stronger business sales coming through their front door before they commit to hiring more workers." LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
A view that increased employment will be the key to our economic bounce back. Infometrics says there's worrying indicators which show economic momentum is fragile. But more signs of improvement are expected by midyear, when labour market conditions should be turning. Infometrics' Principal Economist Brad Olsen told Ryan Bridge that they are expecting the economy to pick up this year, they're just a bit cautious. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Official Cash Rate is expected to rise this year, although forecasters say predicting when is tricky. Inflation was stronger in the December quarter than expected, at 3.1 percent. Infometrics Principal Economist Brad Olsen is picking a hike in November - with an outside possibility of one in May. He says other signs in the market signal a possible increase. "Actual bank rates for longer-term mortgages have already started to increase a touch this year." LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Official Cash Rate is expected to rise this year, although forecasters say predicting when is tricky. Inflation was stronger in the December quarter than expected, at 3.1 percent. Infometrics Principal Economist Brad Olsen is picking a hike in November - with an outside possibility of one in May. He says other signs in the market signal a possible increase. "Actual bank rates for longer-term mortgages have already started to increase a touch this year." LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
A feminist romp through pop culture that illuminates how women influence and shape the economy. Taylor Swift isn't just a pop megastar. She is a working woman whose astounding accomplishments defy patriarchal norms. And while not all women can be Beyoncé or Dolly Parton or Reese Witherspoon, the successes of these trailblazing stars help us understand the central role of women in today's economy. Swiftynomics: How Women Mastermind and Redefine Our Economy (U California Press, 2026) assesses the complex economic lives of everyday American women through the stories of groundbreakers like Taylor Swift, Misty L. Heggeness digs into the data, revealing women's hidden contributions and aspirations—the unexamined value they create by pursuing their own ambitions. She highlights the abundance of productive activity in their daily lives and acknowledges the barriers they still face. Exploring critical reforms regarding caregiving and gendered labor, this book offers advice for women to thrive in an economy that was not built for them. More about the author: Misty L. Heggeness is co-director of the Kansas Population Center, Associate Professor of Economics and Public Affairs at the University of Kansas, and former Principal Economist and Senior Advisor at the US Census Bureau. She is also creator of The Care Board, a dashboard of economic statistics built by and for caregivers that brings their economic contributions into the fold. Learn more about Swifynomics: here Learn more about Misty: here More about the host: Kailey Tse-Harlow is a Chinese-Irish writer born and raised in Boston's Chinatown. She earned her BA in Film and Television Production from Emerson College and her MFA in Creative Writing from Lesley University. Her nonfiction writing has appeared in MIT News, and she is currently at work on her debut novel with support from Tin House. Based in Cambridge, MA, Kailey lives with her partner and two cats. Alongside her writing, she works as a freelance publicist part-time. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/new-books-network
A feminist romp through pop culture that illuminates how women influence and shape the economy. Taylor Swift isn't just a pop megastar. She is a working woman whose astounding accomplishments defy patriarchal norms. And while not all women can be Beyoncé or Dolly Parton or Reese Witherspoon, the successes of these trailblazing stars help us understand the central role of women in today's economy. Swiftynomics: How Women Mastermind and Redefine Our Economy (U California Press, 2026) assesses the complex economic lives of everyday American women through the stories of groundbreakers like Taylor Swift, Misty L. Heggeness digs into the data, revealing women's hidden contributions and aspirations—the unexamined value they create by pursuing their own ambitions. She highlights the abundance of productive activity in their daily lives and acknowledges the barriers they still face. Exploring critical reforms regarding caregiving and gendered labor, this book offers advice for women to thrive in an economy that was not built for them. More about the author: Misty L. Heggeness is co-director of the Kansas Population Center, Associate Professor of Economics and Public Affairs at the University of Kansas, and former Principal Economist and Senior Advisor at the US Census Bureau. She is also creator of The Care Board, a dashboard of economic statistics built by and for caregivers that brings their economic contributions into the fold. Learn more about Swifynomics: here Learn more about Misty: here More about the host: Kailey Tse-Harlow is a Chinese-Irish writer born and raised in Boston's Chinatown. She earned her BA in Film and Television Production from Emerson College and her MFA in Creative Writing from Lesley University. Her nonfiction writing has appeared in MIT News, and she is currently at work on her debut novel with support from Tin House. Based in Cambridge, MA, Kailey lives with her partner and two cats. Alongside her writing, she works as a freelance publicist part-time. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/gender-studies
A feminist romp through pop culture that illuminates how women influence and shape the economy. Taylor Swift isn't just a pop megastar. She is a working woman whose astounding accomplishments defy patriarchal norms. And while not all women can be Beyoncé or Dolly Parton or Reese Witherspoon, the successes of these trailblazing stars help us understand the central role of women in today's economy. Swiftynomics: How Women Mastermind and Redefine Our Economy (U California Press, 2026) assesses the complex economic lives of everyday American women through the stories of groundbreakers like Taylor Swift, Misty L. Heggeness digs into the data, revealing women's hidden contributions and aspirations—the unexamined value they create by pursuing their own ambitions. She highlights the abundance of productive activity in their daily lives and acknowledges the barriers they still face. Exploring critical reforms regarding caregiving and gendered labor, this book offers advice for women to thrive in an economy that was not built for them. More about the author: Misty L. Heggeness is co-director of the Kansas Population Center, Associate Professor of Economics and Public Affairs at the University of Kansas, and former Principal Economist and Senior Advisor at the US Census Bureau. She is also creator of The Care Board, a dashboard of economic statistics built by and for caregivers that brings their economic contributions into the fold. Learn more about Swifynomics: here Learn more about Misty: here More about the host: Kailey Tse-Harlow is a Chinese-Irish writer born and raised in Boston's Chinatown. She earned her BA in Film and Television Production from Emerson College and her MFA in Creative Writing from Lesley University. Her nonfiction writing has appeared in MIT News, and she is currently at work on her debut novel with support from Tin House. Based in Cambridge, MA, Kailey lives with her partner and two cats. Alongside her writing, she works as a freelance publicist part-time. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
A feminist romp through pop culture that illuminates how women influence and shape the economy. Taylor Swift isn't just a pop megastar. She is a working woman whose astounding accomplishments defy patriarchal norms. And while not all women can be Beyoncé or Dolly Parton or Reese Witherspoon, the successes of these trailblazing stars help us understand the central role of women in today's economy. Swiftynomics: How Women Mastermind and Redefine Our Economy (U California Press, 2026) assesses the complex economic lives of everyday American women through the stories of groundbreakers like Taylor Swift, Misty L. Heggeness digs into the data, revealing women's hidden contributions and aspirations—the unexamined value they create by pursuing their own ambitions. She highlights the abundance of productive activity in their daily lives and acknowledges the barriers they still face. Exploring critical reforms regarding caregiving and gendered labor, this book offers advice for women to thrive in an economy that was not built for them. More about the author: Misty L. Heggeness is co-director of the Kansas Population Center, Associate Professor of Economics and Public Affairs at the University of Kansas, and former Principal Economist and Senior Advisor at the US Census Bureau. She is also creator of The Care Board, a dashboard of economic statistics built by and for caregivers that brings their economic contributions into the fold. Learn more about Swifynomics: here Learn more about Misty: here More about the host: Kailey Tse-Harlow is a Chinese-Irish writer born and raised in Boston's Chinatown. She earned her BA in Film and Television Production from Emerson College and her MFA in Creative Writing from Lesley University. Her nonfiction writing has appeared in MIT News, and she is currently at work on her debut novel with support from Tin House. Based in Cambridge, MA, Kailey lives with her partner and two cats. Alongside her writing, she works as a freelance publicist part-time. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/economics
A feminist romp through pop culture that illuminates how women influence and shape the economy. Taylor Swift isn't just a pop megastar. She is a working woman whose astounding accomplishments defy patriarchal norms. And while not all women can be Beyoncé or Dolly Parton or Reese Witherspoon, the successes of these trailblazing stars help us understand the central role of women in today's economy. Swiftynomics: How Women Mastermind and Redefine Our Economy (U California Press, 2026) assesses the complex economic lives of everyday American women through the stories of groundbreakers like Taylor Swift, Misty L. Heggeness digs into the data, revealing women's hidden contributions and aspirations—the unexamined value they create by pursuing their own ambitions. She highlights the abundance of productive activity in their daily lives and acknowledges the barriers they still face. Exploring critical reforms regarding caregiving and gendered labor, this book offers advice for women to thrive in an economy that was not built for them. More about the author: Misty L. Heggeness is co-director of the Kansas Population Center, Associate Professor of Economics and Public Affairs at the University of Kansas, and former Principal Economist and Senior Advisor at the US Census Bureau. She is also creator of The Care Board, a dashboard of economic statistics built by and for caregivers that brings their economic contributions into the fold. Learn more about Swifynomics: here Learn more about Misty: here More about the host: Kailey Tse-Harlow is a Chinese-Irish writer born and raised in Boston's Chinatown. She earned her BA in Film and Television Production from Emerson College and her MFA in Creative Writing from Lesley University. Her nonfiction writing has appeared in MIT News, and she is currently at work on her debut novel with support from Tin House. Based in Cambridge, MA, Kailey lives with her partner and two cats. Alongside her writing, she works as a freelance publicist part-time. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
A feminist romp through pop culture that illuminates how women influence and shape the economy. Taylor Swift isn't just a pop megastar. She is a working woman whose astounding accomplishments defy patriarchal norms. And while not all women can be Beyoncé or Dolly Parton or Reese Witherspoon, the successes of these trailblazing stars help us understand the central role of women in today's economy. Swiftynomics: How Women Mastermind and Redefine Our Economy (U California Press, 2026) assesses the complex economic lives of everyday American women through the stories of groundbreakers like Taylor Swift, Misty L. Heggeness digs into the data, revealing women's hidden contributions and aspirations—the unexamined value they create by pursuing their own ambitions. She highlights the abundance of productive activity in their daily lives and acknowledges the barriers they still face. Exploring critical reforms regarding caregiving and gendered labor, this book offers advice for women to thrive in an economy that was not built for them. More about the author: Misty L. Heggeness is co-director of the Kansas Population Center, Associate Professor of Economics and Public Affairs at the University of Kansas, and former Principal Economist and Senior Advisor at the US Census Bureau. She is also creator of The Care Board, a dashboard of economic statistics built by and for caregivers that brings their economic contributions into the fold. Learn more about Swifynomics: here Learn more about Misty: here More about the host: Kailey Tse-Harlow is a Chinese-Irish writer born and raised in Boston's Chinatown. She earned her BA in Film and Television Production from Emerson College and her MFA in Creative Writing from Lesley University. Her nonfiction writing has appeared in MIT News, and she is currently at work on her debut novel with support from Tin House. Based in Cambridge, MA, Kailey lives with her partner and two cats. Alongside her writing, she works as a freelance publicist part-time. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/popular-culture
Economists say New Zealand's outlook is improving, but we're not in recovery mode just yet. SEEK NZ's latest Employment Report shows job ads dipped 0.3%, with weaker demand in retail, technology, and hospitality. Infometrics Principal Economist Nick Brunsdon told Mike Hosking he's cautiously optimistic heading into 2026. He says things are looking positive, but we're not in a roaring recovery just yet. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Costs from grocery suppliers to supermarkets increased again in December 2025 by 2.4%pa. Proteins saw the largest increase, and dairy's price increase slowed but still remained above the average. Although, Brad Olsen says the latest numbers give him hope for better food costs through this year. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
What happens when China's wine market shrinks by 15% annually since 2019, yet some companies post their best year ever? In this landmark 200th episode of Bottled in China, we assembles an expert roundtable to decode 2025's contradictions and what they mean for 2026.Guests:Nick Marro, Principal Economist for Asia, Economist Intelligence UnitIan Ford, Founding Partner at Nimbility, previously the Co-founder of SummergateMartin Shen, Managing Director, Tiansai Vineyards (Xinjiang)Richard King, Sommelier in Shanghai's fine dining sceneFrom Beijing's anti-corruption crackdown that decimated government banqueting to the surprising surge in aromatic white wines, our panel reveals how "involution"—China's race-to-the-bottom pricing wars—is reshaping everything. Discover why post-2000 consumers spend fortunes on wine pairings but only Instagram the famous labels, how instant retail delivers chilled bottles in 30 minutes, and why Xinjiang is becoming China's hottest wine destination.The verdict? China remains Asia's largest bottled wine market with massive upside in a $300 billion² beverage alcohol sector—but only for those willing to adapt to the new normal.Insights: IWSR Wine Landscapes 2025 - China, ¹Wine market CAGR -14.9% 2019-2024. ²$266 billion TBA value Since 2016, Bottled in China brings you into the food and drink scene through conversations with the some of the most happening personalities. Hosted by Emilie Steckenborn, the show is your one spot for all things food, beer, wine and spirits from across the world. Connect with us on LinkedIn or Instagram @bottled.in.chinaPodcast available on iTunes, Spotify , online or wherever you listen to your episodes! Subscribe to Bottled in China to follow the journey!Check out our new website & find out more at https://www.thebottledshow.com
Red meat may no longer be the star of the Christmas dinner table. The price of sirloin and porterhouse steaks and lamb chops rose about 25-percent in the past year, and beef mince and sausages more than 10-percent. But poultry and pork have stayed at or below the rate of inflation. Infometrics Principal Economist Brad Olsen told Andrew Dickens that a summer salad's more affordable. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
We kicked off the program with four news stories and different guests on the stories we think you need to know about! MIT professor fatally shot at his Brookline home. The latest in this investigation. Part 1Guest: Emily Sweeney – Boston Globe reporterSwiftynomics: How Women Mastermind and Redefine Our Economy. Swift isn’t just a pop culture icon; she’s a case study in strategic leadership, brand economics, and the financial power of women as workers, consumers, and creators.Guest: Misty Heggeness – economist - co-director of the Kansas Population Center, Associate Professor of Economics and Public Affairs at the University of Kansas, and former Principal Economist and Senior Advisor at the US Census Bureau Tips to protect your veins during holiday travel.Guest: Dr. Evan Harris - specializes in vascular interventional radiology at Center for Vein Restoration MIT professor fatally shot at his Brookline home. The alleged killer is found. The latest in this investigation. Part 2.Guest: Ed Davis - Former Boston Police CommissionerSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
New Zealand's back on the road to financial recovery, according to new reports. The latest Stats NZ data shows the economy contracted 0.5 percent in the year to September. But it's grown 1.1 percent - faster than expected - in the last quarter. Infometrics Principal Economist Brad Olsen says we're effectively returning to where we once were. "Momentum is starting to build, but it's building from a weak spot. So we're certainly not saying that the economy is completely back, but it is on a better track." LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
New Zealand's back on the road to financial recovery, according to new reports. The latest Stats NZ data shows the economy contracted 0.5 percent in the year to September. But it's grown 1.1 percent - faster than expected - in the last quarter. Infometrics Principal Economist Brad Olsen says we're effectively returning to where we once were. "Momentum is starting to build, but it's building from a weak spot. So we're certainly not saying that the economy is completely back, but it is on a better track." LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
A bleak economic outlook with a surplus even more distant than expected. Treasury says our exit from deficit will be delayed - as it today releases its operating balance forecasts, including the ACC. The deficit is expected to deepen more to a high of $16.9 billion dollars and not narrow to $60 million until the 2029-2030 financial year. Infometrics Principal Economist Brad Olsen joined the Afternoons team to discuss further. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
We'll get a clearer picture of the Government's spending plans heading into an election year this afternoon. Treasury's releasing the Half Year Economic and Fiscal Update at 1pm, alongside the Budget Policy Statement, setting out the economic outlook and spending priorities. Infometrics Principal Economist Brad Olsen Andrew Dickens governments are often expected to loosen the purse strings in an election year. He says the Government might spend less than they hoped if the books aren't looking too flash. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
In this episode we explore the outcomes of the federal 2025 budget. We explore what has been announced what it means for communities, and how these decisions will shape the next five years. We'll explore the tension between ambitious investments and rising deficits, and dig into the long-term implications for Canadians.We'll ask our leading economists whether there will be enough generational investments to offset the costs of rising deficits. They'll also delve into the local impacts on the city of Ottawa–Gatineau from the announced public sector reductions.They'll go beyond the headlines to give some much needed context and talk about how the question of whether the budget delivers has a lot to do with where the money is spent.About our guests:Richard Forbes has been a Principal Economist on the Conference Board's economic forecasting team since 2016. Richard plays a key role in overseeing the Conference Board's Industry Lens and Territorial Outlook products and contributes analysis on a wide range of sectors in the Canadian economy.Meghan Eibner is a Lead Economist for The Conference Board of Canada. Within the Economic Forecasting unit, Meghan focuses provincial, US, and International economic outlooks.Meghan has 15 years of experience working as an economist in the private, public, non-profit, and academic sectors. She spent much of her career in Toronto conducting economic analysis on multi-billion dollar transportation projects for the Government of Ontario. Now located in St. John's NL, Meghan worked as a policy analyst for Memorial University before joining the CBoC.
In her budget the Chancellor increased the state pension by 4.8 % in line with the government's triple lock formula. It was good news for pensioners but is it good news for the young? A constant background to spending and economic decisions for well over a decade now has been an argument about generational injustice. That the young are getting poorer. David Aaronovitch and guests look at the facts and ask whether the old are robbing the young and if so what should be done about it?Guests: Bobby Duffy, Professor of Public Policy at King's College, London Sophie Hale, Principal Economist, Resolution Foundation Xiaowei Xu, Senior Research Economist at the Institute for Fiscal Studies Jane Falkingham Professor of Demography, Southampton UniversityPresenter: David Aaronovitch Producers: Caroline Bayley, Cordelia Hemming, Kirsteen Knight Production Co-ordinator: Maria Ogundele Sound Engineer: James Beard Editor: Richard Vadon
The Reserve Bank has blamed the ongoing recession on an uncertain property market, prompting experts to weigh in. New Zealand has traditionally relied on housing as an engine of growth, but years of flat property prices have reportedly contributed to the ongoing economic downturn. Infometrics principal economist Brad Olsen explained further. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Reserve Bank has blamed the ongoing recession on an uncertain property market, prompting experts to weigh in. New Zealand has traditionally relied on housing as an engine of growth, but years of flat property prices have reportedly contributed to the ongoing economic downturn. Infometrics principal economist Brad Olsen explained further. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
There's growing calls to revisit the asset sales debate ahead of the election next year. Chris Luxon's calling for an asset-recycling debate before next year's election, after the Treasury warned of unsustainable Crown finances. Infometrics Principal Economist Brad Olsen joined the Afternoons team to discuss further. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
There's growing calls to revisit the asset sales debate ahead of the election next year. Chris Luxon's calling for an asset-recycling debate before next year's election, after the Treasury warned of unsustainable Crown finances. Infometrics Principal Economist Brad Olsen joined the Afternoons team to discuss further. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
One expert is warning the job market won't get easier any time soon. The latest Stats NZ data shows the unemployment rate has reached an almost nine-year high of 5.3 percent in the September quarter. That's 160,000 people looking for a job, and another 138,000 wanting more work. Infometrics principal economist Nick Brunsdon says we're on the cusp of a recovery - but not a quick one. "Our forecast is for it to hit 4.6 by the end of next year - and that's not a low unemployment rate by any means. It's still gonna be pretty uncomfortable." LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Inflation has crept up to 3% according to Stats NZ figures, the highest in over a year, and nudging the upper limit of the reserve banks target band. The rise from 2.7% is largely due to domestic prices creeping up, including food and energy. Infometrics Chief Executive and Principal Economist, Brad Olsen spoke to Lisa Owen.
Treasury has revealed the state of the Government's finances, and it's been revealed that spending has dropped. The country's still in an operating deficit of $9.3 billion, but tax take has gone up and growth in total expenses has slowed. Infometrics principal economist Brad Olsen unpacks what's behind this recent data. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Treasury has raised the alarm over the state of New Zealand's public finances as part of its long-term fiscal forecast. Record levels of Government spending, increasing health costs and an ever-growing aging population are among the concerns set to create additional fiscal pressures for the country, according to new reports. Treasury warned Net Core Crown Debt is set to hit 200 percent of GDP by 2065. Infometrics Principal Economist Brad Olsen says some of these concerns were flagged as early as 2021 - and we need to start thinking about solutions. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Economic difficulties across the ditch appear to echo the struggles felt in many New Zealand households. The Reserve Bank of Australia has delivered a brutal reality check to the nation on the cost of living, as it expects the situation to worsen. It warns prices will never return to pre-pandemic levels. Infometrics Principal Economist Brad Olsen told Mike Hosking it's the same story here. He says it would be a sign of very tough economic times if businesses were cutting their prices so drastically. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
On Episode 679 of The Core Report, financial journalist Govindraj Ethiraj talks to Priyanka Kishore, Director and Principal Economist at Asia Decoded as well as Ashwin Mehta, Head of Research at Ambit Institutional Equities.SHOW NOTES(00:00) The Take(03:53) Markets are buoyant as indices hit two month highs, should we thank trade optimism.(08:46) Analysing the once hot IT sector, what lies within and what lies ahead?(24:08) Indonesia is seeing street protests, the finance minister has resigned, what's going on and what can we take away?https://www.investing-referral.com/aff303Subscribe to our NewsletterFollow us on:Twitter | Instagram | Linkedin | Youtube
A build-up of industry income changes could have driven the pay gap between men and women to a historic low. The pay gap for the June quarter is sitting at 5.2 percent, down from the 8.2 percent seen a year ago. It's the smallest margin seen since Stats NZ began collecting the data in 1998. Infometrics Principal Economist Brad Olsen says sectors like transport, IT and finance have been pushing through higher incomes for female workers. "We've also seen continued larger pay increases for a number of quite large female-dominated industries alike - of education and health." LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Stats NZ says food inflation was back up five-percent for the year to July. The heftiest increases include butter rising 42-percent, cheese 29, and produce climbing more than seven. Infometrics Principal Economist Brad Olsen says other essentials like milk, steak, and mince are also going up. Olsen says food price inflation probably won't impact next week's Reserve Bank announcement, but it is uncomfortable for households. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The cost of New Zealand's homes are beginning to fall. The latest QV Quarterly data reveals that average prices have fallen by 0.5% over the three months to July. Auckland is down by 1.2%, while Queenstown and Invercargill continue to rise by 2.4% and 1.2% respectively. The average price is now 13.1% cheaper than the artificial Covid peak in 2021. Brad Olsen, Infometrics' Principal Economist, told Mike Hosking with about half a year's worth of sales currently on the market, there's a lot of supply. On the flip side, he says there aren't as many buyers, with employment uncertainty and the hit many people's KiwiSavers took earlier in the year influencing buying habits. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Recent data shows there were 27,850 fewer jobs in New Zealand in June compared to the year before, and young Kiwis are being hit hard by a tightening labour market. Over 12,000 of those lost jobs came from the construction sector, manufacturing lost 5850 jobs, professional, scientific and technical services lost 5150 jobs and admin and support services lost 4860 jobs. Infometrics principal economist Brad Olsen explains what's behind this change. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Households are still finding it tough to pay for the basics, with high prices not easing yet. Stats NZ has revealed the cost of food rose 4.6 percent in the 12 months to June. It's largely driven by double-digit increases for products like red meat, cheese and milk Infometrics principal economist Brad Olsen says the general economy is still experiencing intense price pressure and weakness - which isn't comforting. "Mince prices are now hitting nearly $22 a kilo. You can't even have a cheap mince meal at a cheap price." LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
On Episode 629 of The Core Report, financial journalist Govindraj Ethiraj talks to Priyanka Kishore, Director and Principal Economist at Asia Decoded.SHOW NOTES(00:00) Stories of the Day(00:50) Markets dip further as Q1 results start rolling in(05:19) Inflation could fall further to 2.5%(05:55) Trump tariff range from 50% to 500%, labour intensive countries most hit(14:24) The delay in releasing information on the Air India Ahmedabad crash has serious consequences(18:11) Heat waves in Europe have killed over 2,300 people in last week's estimateshttps://www.investing-referral.com/aff303Subscribe to our NewsletterFollow us on:Twitter | Instagram | Facebook | Linkedin | Youtube
If our economy is in recovery, why is the supermarket checkout still so brutal? Listen in on our chat with Brad Olsen, Principal Economist at Infometrics. Brad breaks down why New Zealanders are still facing uncomfortable inflation, despite a gradual economic comeback—and why attractive interest rates aren’t luring buyers into the housing market. Are investors becoming ‘numb’ to world events after years of outlandish headlines? What’s the latest on those infamous tariffs? Why do the US markets seem "unkillable" despite dire predictions? Plus, Brad says Kiwi investors have started actively scrutinizing boards and executive strategies, and increasingly turning to emerging alternative sectors like AI and crypto. For more or to watch on YouTube—check out http://linktr.ee/sharedlunchShared Lunch is brought to you by Sharesies Australia Limited (ABN 94 648 811 830; AFSL 529893) in Australia and Sharesies Limited (NZ) in New Zealand. It is not financial advice. Information provided is general only and current at the time it’s provided, and does not take into account your objectives, financial situation and needs. We do not provide recommendations and you should always read the disclosure documents available from the product issuer before making a financial decision. Our disclosure documents and terms and conditions—including a Target Market Determination and IDPS Guide for Sharesies Australian customers—can be found on our relevant Australian or NZ website. Investing involves risk. You might lose the money you start with. If you require financial advice, you should consider speaking with a qualified financial advisor. Past performance is not a guarantee of future performance. Appearance on Shared Lunch is not an endorsement by Sharesies of the views of the presenters, guests, or the entities they represent. Their views are their own.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Another cut to the Official Cash Rate still looks more likely than not, according to one expert. The Reserve Bank's kept the OCR unchanged at 3.25 percent today, following six consecutive cuts. It's waiting for more economic data, before further moves. But Infometrics principal economist, Brad Olsen, says the bank's explicitly signalling the chance of more cuts. "If things continue to evolve as they broadly expect, that will give them more scope to continue to cut the Official Cash Rate - maybe one or two cuts by the end of this year." LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Oil prices have been going through a volatile period over the last couple of weeks, following the recent conflict in the Middle East. Prices spiked at the end of last week and then dropped as much as 8 percent, according to reports from earlier today. Infometrics Principal Economist Brad Olsen explains further. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
On Episode 610 of The Core Report, financial journalist Govindraj Ethiraj talks to Dipti Deshpande, Director and Principal Economist at Crisil. We also feature an excerpt from our recent episode of our podcast How India's Economy Works hosted by Puja Mehra.SHOW NOTES(00:00) Stories of the Day(00:50) Analysts are scratching their heads over oil prices(02:01) War tensions pull down indices again(03:17) Nifty 500 companies have reported single-digit yoy sales growth (+5% yoy) for eight quarters now(05:41) Economists would prefer not to have gold in India's inflation indices(14:15) Sebi eases compliance for foreign investors in sovereign debt(15:19) The Link Between Jobs and Investment with Amit BasoleIndia's Job Crisis Explained: Why Millions Still Can't Find Workhttps://www.investing-referral.com/aff303For more of our coverage check out thecore.inSubscribe to our NewsletterFollow us on:Twitter | Instagram | Facebook | Linkedin | Youtube
A view suggests says yesterday's Budget is highlighting New Zealand's fiscal realities. It found more than 21-billion dollars in savings - including nearly 13-billion from its pay equity changes. Despite the many cuts - the Government isn't forecasting New Zealand to return to a surplus until 2029. Infometrics Principal Economist Brad Olsen told Mike Hosking reaching that will be touch and go. He says the next few Budgets are likely to be the same, and it will probably get harder to reach that target -- meaning less spending, or something else, may be required. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Will artificial intelligence help you do your job, or will it just straight-up do your job and leave you unemployable? Or will the future bring something else entirely — either between those two extremes or a world that we simply cannot imagine yet? And are we already starting to see signs of that future emerging? On this episode of The New Bazaar, Cardiff is joined by economist Nathan Goldschlag, Research Director at the Economic Innovation Group. Until recently, Nathan was Principal Economist at the U.S. Census Bureau's Center for Economic Studies, where among other things he led research on the impact of technology, including AI, on the economy. Any worthwhile list of the world's best economists on the subject of AI and work would have to include him. Cardiff and Nathan go through Nathan's own research* and also filter out the megaton of nonsense on the topic and discuss some of the work done by others — research, essays, meanderings — that they think is actually worth sharing with listeners. They discuss, among other things: How many businesses are now using AI to produce goods and servicesHow have things changed since the launch and popularization of large language modelsEconomic growth consequences of AIWhether “learn to code” is still good advice The skills that still matter To steer or not to steer the AI future* Nathan's research on AI was done in collaboration with a large team of researchers at the Center for Economic Studies at the U.S. Census Bureau including Emin Dinlersoz, Lucia Foster, David Beede, John Haltiwanger, Zach Kroff, Nikolas Zolas, Gary Anderson, and Eric Childress, along with program area partners including Kathryn Bonney, Cory Breaux, Cathy Buffington, and Keith Savage, as well as academic partners including Daron Acemoglu, Erik Brynjolfsson, Kristina McElheran, and Pascual Restrepo. Related links:The impact of AI on the workforce: Tasks versus jobs?Tracking Firm Use of AI in Real Time: A Snapshot from the Business Trends and Outlook Survey.The Rapid Adoption of Generative AI | NBERAnswering the Call of AutomationAI-2027.comTyler Cowen - the #1 bottleneck to AI progress is humansDriverless trucks are coming and unions aren't happy about itGenerative AI at Work Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Professional Builders Secrets brings you an exclusive episode with Marine Sargsyan, Principal Economist at Houzz. In this episode, Marine shares deep insights from Houzz's latest research on residential remodeling, revealing the evolving motivations behind home renovation projects, the generational shifts impacting homeowner behaviour, and how builders can better position themselves in an increasingly tech-driven market.INSIDE EPISODE 183 YOU WILL DISCOVER How each generation—Baby Boomers, Gen X, and Millennials—approaches remodeling differentlyWhy millennials' digital-first expectations are reshaping the building industryWhat homeowners value most during renovations (hint: it's not just the budget)Emerging remodeling trends for kitchens, bathrooms, and outdoor spacesWhy builders need to start adapting now to future-proof their businesses And much, much more.ABOUT MARINE SARGSYANMarine Sargsyan is the Principal Economist at Houzz, leading research on remodeling trends and homeowner behaviour. She analyses data from millions of users to uncover what drives renovation decisions across generations, helping industry pros stay relevant and future-ready in a rapidly evolving market.Connect with Marine: linkedin.com/in/marine-sargsyan-01b845b/TIMELINE 3:12 What motivates different generations to renovate7:40 Why Millennials expect a tech-driven experience10:18 How high mortgage rates are reshaping remodeling decisions13:05 Most popular remodeling projects and system upgrades17:22 The three non-negotiables homeowners expect from builders24:55 Top remodeling and design trends for 2025LINKS, RESOURCES & MOREAPB Website: associationofprofessionalbuilders.comAPB Rewards: associationofprofessionalbuilders.com/rewards/APB on Instagram: instagram.com/apbbuilders/APB on Facebook: facebook.com/associationofprofessionalbuildersAPB on YouTube: youtube.com/c/associationofprofessionalbuilders
Newsrooms, dinner tables and just about everyone in between woke up on the edge of their seats the morning of April 2 - the day US President Donald Trump dubbed 'liberation day' - but heading to bed, it was more of an uneasy feeling of 'now what?'. A few days later as the dust has started to settle, the confusion and ambiguity, however, has not. Although Canada was not on Trump's exhaustive reciprocal tariff list, 25% tariffs on foreign-made vehicles exported to America did apply to Canadian cars. Prime Minister Mark Carney struck back with 25% retaliatory tariffs on foreign-made vehicles imported to Canada, but the lines remained blurred with the Canada-US trade future. What tariffs are in place, what aren't, how many jobs are on the line, how much more expensive will cars be, and whose economy will be feeling the effects the worst? Host Cormac Mac Sweeney speaks with Principal Economist with the Conference Board of Canada, Richard Forbes gets to the bottom of Trump's latest tariff announcement. We love feedback at The Big Story, as well as suggestions for future episodes. You can find us: Through email at hello@thebigstorypodcast.ca Or @thebigstoryfpn on Twitter
Market Update with Principal Economist Jeff TuckerHost: Michael Fanning, Windermere Real EstateGuest: Jeff Tucker, Principal Economist, Windermere Real EstateMichael Fanning sits down with Jeff Tucker to discuss the current state of the real estate market, recent trends from late 2024 into early 2025, and what buyers and sellers can expect in the upcoming spring selling season.The Q4 2024 saw increased buyer demand after interest rates began to dropCurrent market trend is moving toward a more buyer-friendly environment with increased inventorySpring 2025 market outlook and seasonal considerationsTips for sellers in the current market conditionsAdvice for buyers navigating increased inventory optionsThe importance of proper pricing strategy and working with experienced agentsHow to position properties correctly in a market with increasing inventoryUnderstanding price reductions vs. home value depreciationStrategies for helping buyers find opportunities in the current marketThe critical importance of data-driven pricing decisionsMichael Fanning: fanning@windermere.comJeff Tucker: Available at windermere.com or on Twitter at @Jeff_TuckeFollow Windermere Economics on Facebook, Instagram, and YouTubeFind more economic insights on the Windermere Hub"Be awesome and help somebody." - Michael FanningEpisode SummaryKey Discussion Points:Highlights for Real Estate Professionals:Contact Information:
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