The SME Stream

Mar 09 2025 376 ep. 13 mins 1
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Looking for actionable business insights all in one place? BNZ is here to help you find a way with a curation of the ‘best bits’ from top business podcasts. Save time searching; subscribe to the SME Stream where you can listen to relevant, timely, business-related content today.

 The SME Stream is a curated playlist of business podcasts brought to you by Bank of New Zealand (BNZ). The podcasts contain general information only, not financial or other professional advice. For help, please contact your bank or professional adviser. Any opinions expressed in the podcasts are not necessarily shared by BNZ, or its related entities. BNZ is not liable for any losses resulting from the content of the podcasts.

 

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Amanda Morrall: Stabilising your finances in unstable times

Mar 09 2025 40 mins  
Amanda Morrall joins to discuss how you can stabilise your finances in the midst of an economy in turmoil. LISTEN ABOVE The podcasts in the SME Stream contain general information only, not financial or professional advice. Any opinions expressed in the podcasts are not necessarily shared by BNZ, or its related entities. BNZ is not liable for any losses resulting

The cyber threat to critical infrastructure (with 2 ex-Five Eyes leaders)

Mar 09 2025 30 mins  
[VIDEO EPISODE ON YOUTUBE & SPOTIFY]  Cybersecurity is a booming industry but not for good reason. The former head of the UK & Australia's National Cyber Security Centres discuss the threat to economies and how AI could worsen cyber warfare. The podcasts in the SME Stream contain general information only, not financial or professional advice. Any op

How one woman went from homelessness, domestic violence to financial independence

Mar 09 2025 29 mins  
Emily Owens has grim personal experience of adversity and financial insecurity – from sleeping in her car, feeling trapped by domestic violence, and becoming a widowed single mother at age 20 when her son was just 5 weeks old. But she’s channelled that experience into a meaningful career focused on helping others make good financial decisions. She shared her story of su

Sam Dickie: Fisher Funds expert explains why equity markets are falling

Mar 06 2025 5 mins  
Equity markets across the world have taken a dive - and one expert has explained the sudden drop. Donald Trump's tariff threat and collective concerns about the administration's new Department of Government Efficiency have sparked aversion among experts. Sam Dickie from Fisher Funds explains further. LISTEN ABOVE The podcasts in the SME Stream contain general informa

Murray Harris: Milford Asset Management Head of KiwiSaver on the fluctuations caused by Donald Trump's tariffs

Mar 06 2025 2 mins  
An urge for Kiwis to not worry about market impacts from Donald Trump's tariffs on their KiwiSaver.  The US President's slapped import levies on Canada, China, and Mexico, and has signalled more for other countries.  Trump says he's spoken with Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau over easing tariffs on the auto sector.  But Milford Asset Management head of KiwiSav

SME Stream Weekly Wrap - 7th March

Mar 06 2025 9 mins  
As business owners, you know how hard it is keeping up with your business, let alone the news. Join Wilhelmina Shrimpton each week as she gives you a rundown of the biggest stories that could impact on your business, so you can make informed decisions with expert advice. In this weekly wrap, a shock resignation from our Reserve Bank Governor, the trade war continues to escalate in

NZ risks 'riding cavalry into battle against tanks' without Aukus

Mar 05 2025 69 mins  
New Zealand is not stranger to tectonic shifts, perched as it is on a volcanic belt, but the current geopolitical quakes may prove an entirely different matter. The University of Waikato's Dr Reuben Steff joins the podcast to argue that without joining the high tech-focused pillar two of the Australia, UK and US (AUKUS) agreement, NZ may find themselves at a major disadvantage

Todd McClay: Trade Minister unpacks what Donald Trump's proposed tariffs could mean for New Zealand

Mar 05 2025 5 mins  
The Trade Minister says he's taking potential disruption to trade very seriously.   US President Donald Trump has sent stocks tumbling across the world after lumping tariffs on China, Canada and Mexico, who are promising retaliation. Todd McClay says it'll directly affect New Zealand companies in those countries - such as Fisher and Paykel in Mexico. He says it could move us e

Sam Trethewey: Milford Asset Management Portfolio Manager on the current state of the 2025 stock market

Mar 05 2025 4 mins  
It's a big week for the New Zealand stock market, and one expert is taking a look at the highest performers. As results reporting continues, some companies are bringing in more for investors than others. Milford Asset Management's Sam Trethewey explains further. LISTEN ABOVE The podcasts in the SME Stream contain general information only, not financial or profes

Gareth Kiernan: Infometrics Chief Forecaster on the economic impact of Donald Trump's tariffs

Mar 05 2025 3 mins  
One expert has delivered a grim outlook for share markets around the world.  Stocks have tumbled after US President Donald Trump slapped tariffs on Canada, China and Mexico.  Infometrics Chief Forecaster Gareth Kiernan says markets surged after the election with thoughts that Trump might promote growth.  He says there might not be a quick fix for the issue.  "I