Business and economics news

KiwiSaver changes penalise some earners

For many NZers, “getting ahead” has quietly become “just getting through”. Which makes the latest change to KiwiSaver understandable but problematic.

“Lungwashing” stubs out tobacco harm

New AUT research exposes the steps a major tobacco company takes to look like it cares about the health of people and the planet.

Market volatility can work for savers

Volatility is our friend when investing. It doesn’t feel good while we are experiencing it – but falling markets can sometimes help long-term investors.

Recognising excellence

Business School celebrates the 2025 Top Scholar Awards and Beta Gamma Sigma inductees.

What’s the point of performance reviews?

Perhaps the most meaningful metric businesses can adopt is one that measures the effectiveness of performance metrics themselves.

Can NZ support more foreign students?

NZ’s push to expand international education appears an easy win for economic growth – but the numbers on paper don’t make for prudent policy. Here’s why.  

Growth potential in India-NZ trade deal

If it gets over the political line, the India-New Zealand deal will be a comprehensive economic partnership that looks beyond the exchange of goods.

How can tourism and hospo in NZ thrive?

A new AUT study shows challenges and opportunities for a sector marked by passionate, committed workers - despite bullying and low pay.

Eke Tangaroa welcomes 2026 kaihoe

AUT welcomes three new Kaihoe to Eke Tangaroa, strengthening Māori and Pacific academic leadership and supporting future focused research at AUT.

The case for pay equity in Aotearoa NZ

Over five decades, women have moved into many new work roles. Men have not. That imbalance continues to shape pay outcomes across the NZ economy.