Money
How 'dark patterns' are ruining online shopping
Tactics like countdown timers and messages showing items fast running out stock when buying things online are being labelled insidious. Audio
She's won Lotto, so where is her money?
Helen Button said the delay in collecting her winnings took the joy out of winning. Audio
Is McDonalds getting too expensive to be 'cheap' food?
The fast food giant is worried about losing low-income customers: Is price the reason why?
'Elegant but practical': Call for kids' KiwiSaver
It would be an effective way to counter the country's weak savings record, a researcher says. Audio
Comparing the cost of fast food in New Zealand
Reports out of the US say fast food giant McDonald's is worried about losing lower-income customers. Closer to home, data shows it can probably no longer be considered a "cheap" food option. Money… Audio
CEO Interview, ANZ’s Antonia Watson
ANZ this week reported a record full year profit of 2.53 billion dollars. Its CEO Antonia Watson says the result is a reflection of the economy, and shows New Zealand is starting to turn the corner… Audio
Report highlights benefits of Kids Kiwisaver scheme
New research released this morning has set out the benefit of a Kids Kiwisaver scheme, where all children would automatically be enrolled at birth. Max Rashbrooke, co-founder for the Institute for… Audio
Canterbury A&P show returns with royal status
The show's organisers are promising a strong return after last year's downscaled format.
NSQ for 12 November 2025
RNZ's money correspondent Susan Edmunds introduces No Stupid Questions for 12 November 2025. Audio
Financial advisor’s tips on what you should do if you win Lotto
What you need to know should you win Lotto. Money correspondent Susan Edmunds spoke to Corin Dann. Audio
Consumer NZ warns shoppers of traps ahead of Black Friday sales
Consumer NZ is urging shoppers to approach the flood of Black Friday discounts with a healthy dose of skepticism, warning that some bargains may not be as good as they seem. Consumer communications… Audio
'Really insulting': Can ANZ really claim its record profit is due to economy improving?
It's announced a full-year profit of more than $2.5 billion.
Another 5000 health workers join November strike
The total number going on strike at the end of the month has grown to 16,700.
'Yeah Nah' list of products you should know about
Plasters that don't stick are among those shamed in Consumer NZ's anti-awards. Audio
Consumer NZ releases results of its latest "Yeah Nah" awards
Consumer NZ has released the results of its latest "Yeah Nah" awards, which are designed to highlight consumer problems such as confusing messaging or products that don't do the job they are meant to… Audio
Homely Hacks for Renters
About a third of New Zealanders don't own their own homes but a few cheap tweaks can help turn a rental into a home. In the first of two parts, we meet an op-shopping queen and regular renter whose… Audio
Chris Kohler: The journalist helping keep money in people's pockets
He joins Emile Donovan to discuss his new book How They Get You, a guide to hanging on to your hard-earned cash and spotting the tricks designed to make you spend it. Audio
When winning in court still costs you
Even after winning $200,000 in costs, Siouxsie Wiles' court case has left her $400,000 out of pocket. Is this fair? Barrister Steve Keall joins Emile Donovan. Audio
'Dinner or debt': Pensions cut to cover student loan payments
One Taupō woman says she is still facing a $58,000 student loan from a business degree she took two decades ago. Audio
Which banks most often have the lowest interest rates?
Data shows which banks consistently offer the lowest advertised home loan rates. Audio
