Paul Bloxham
NZ economy seen leading the pack again
The Australian economist who gave New Zealand the rock star economy tag several years ago has revived the label saying booming tourism, surging migration, and a strong construction sector mean the… Audio
Australian economy contracts but growth 4th qtr growth expected
The Australian economy has contracted for the first time in five years, but growth is expected to return in the fourth quarter. Audio
Australia notches up 25 years unbroken economic growth
Australia's economy grew at its fastest pace in four years, in the second quarter, to notch up 25 years without a recession. Audio
Reserve Bank of Australia cuts rates
In a surprise move, the Reserve Bank of Australia has cut interest rates to a record low 1-point-75 percent. Audio
RBNZ set to leave cash rate at 2.5 pct, but send dovish message
The Reserve Bank releases its first detailed look at the economy this week, complete with economic and financial market forecasts. Audio
Rock star economy has "unsustainable" housing market
The economist who gave New Zealand's economy its rock star status, says Auckland's rampant housing market is unsustainable. Audio
HSBC doesn't expect dairy price plunge will hurt much
HSBC's economists say they don't believe the halving of dairy prices last year will hurt New Zealand's economy as much as some expect. Audio
Australian Reserve Bank decides not to raise interest rates
The Australian Reserve Bank has left its official interest rate on hold at 2.5 percent for the tenth month in a row. Audio
Economists discuss Labour's monetary policy plans
The chief economists for Westpac and HSBC banks, Dominick Stephens and Paul Bloxham, join Morning Report to discuss Labour's new economic policy. Audio
Lucky country is looking not quite so blessed
The latest manufacturing figures for New Zealand show the sector contracting for the first time in nearly a year, drawing comparisons with Australia where there've also been worrying signs of… Audio