Mint Business Insights

With Tony Alexander

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We've partnered with independent economist Tony Alexander to demystify and deliver you insights into the mood of the national business economy.

Your sneak peek into August's insights

This month's results highlight that pre-election jitters continue to impact Kiwi businesses and economic activity.

Surge in business cutbacks

Five areas see more plans for reductions than increases, a sharp rise from last month.

New shifts in sentiment

Survey reveals heightened desire for political and policy change this month.

Is our recession causing further recession?

Weaker business spending itself begets weaker levels of economic activity.

Are you feeling the economic crunch?

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About Tony

For many, Tony needs no introduction. As a regular commentator on the state of the national economy, Tony is regularly appearing in media interviews to help make sense of what is happening in our local and global economy.

Tony left his appointment as Chief Economist with BNZ in 2019 to become an independent economist and has made it his purpose to help Kiwis make better decisions for their businesses, investments, home purchases. With all eyes on the economy this year, we partnered with Tony to help our business community prepare for the challenges the shrinking economy will bring.