Business and economics news

Why NZ needs an Empty Homes tax

New AUT research shows that taxing empty homes could become a source of substantial revenue for the government.

Buy Now Pay Later should be seen as debt

While people are essentially borrowing to pay for items, the delayed payment option is viewed differently from other debts by both users and under the law.

Who will win the 2023 Rugby World Cup?

The All Blacks are most likely to win the RWC, according to a well-tested algorithm developed by AUT Professor of Economics Niven Winchester.

Time to address NZ’s ethnic pay gap

We’ve made some progress with addressing the gender pay gap; now, it’s time to act on the ethnic pay gap, says Management Professor Katherine Ravenswood.

Beating the workplace “blahs”

Dean of the Business School, Professor Kate Kearins, offers six ideas on how leaders can help beat that mid-winter feeling of ‘blah’ in the workplace.

Sports events could boost staff morale

Associate Professor Barbara Myers says employers could consider major sporting events as an opportunity for team building.

Ethnic pay gap needs action now

Professor of Economics Gail Pacheco says the research into the ethnic pay gay is strong – and now we must act to close the gap.

AUT student and alumni on 2023 Y25 list

Two AUT alumni and a current honours student are amongst the 25 trailblazers selected for this year’s Y25 List.

Life impacts of low literacy, numeracy

People with low reading and maths skills have poorer wellbeing outcomes including in education, employment, income, and health and justice.

Look to the past for innovation lessons

The “Pygmalion effect’ in Ancient Greek mythology shows how one person can shape another. It can also help managers encourage new staff to innovate.