Ep20 The latest economic forecasts from the Reserve Bank
In Episode 20 of Locked Out with Craig Renney, we examine the latest economic forecasts from the Reserve Bank, understanding how the recovery from our 2024 recession keeps being delayed, alongside forecasts for employment, housing, and inflation. We also look at the latest data from Statistics New Zealand on the gender wage gap – and why all is not what it might seem. Take a look now.
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Ep19 PPTA President Chris Abercrombie on teachers striking for pay and conditions
On episode 19 of Lacked Out with Craig Renney, we look at the recent industrial action by Teachers, with the President of the Post Primary Teachers Association Chris Abercrombie. We look at what the governments proposed pay offer would mean for the average teacher, and why it's about so much more than money. Have a listen now.Â
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Ep18 Treasury Long Term Insights Briefing on Fiscal policy with Gerard Otto
In episode 18 of Locked Out with Craig Renney, we examine the Treasury Long Term Insights Briefing on Fiscal policy with Broadcaster Gerard Otto. Looking at how the Treasury thinks the 1908s have come back into style. We also take a small look at the too-often overlooked numbers around ready-mix concrete. Have a listen now.
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Ep17 The latest unemployment numbers and what they mean
In episode 17 of Locked out with Craig Renney, we explore the new unemployment and wages data released by Statistics New Zealand, showing where jobs are being lost, and why the cost-of-living crisis is still biting for many New Zealanders. The data also uncovers the impact that higher unemployment is having on younger workers.
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Ep16 The unemployment numbers with Ganesh Nana
This week on Locked Out with Craig Renney we welcome economist Dr Ganesh Nana to talk unemployment. Specifically we'll talk about the general direction of travel for unemployment since the election, who is losing specifically, what different kinds of un/underemployment exist, what should we be looking out for next week when the data comes out and what does a better labour market look like?
Economist Craig Renney gives weekly insights into the numbers that we hear about from the government, Craig will cut through the noise and translate what all those massive governmental numbers mean for the average Joe and Jane.
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