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NZ's economic turning point: Recovery, compulsory KiwiSaver, and finding growth beyond property

ASB Investment Podcast··11 September 2026·39 min

About this episode

Nigel Grant is joined by Liam Dann, Business Editor-at-Large at the New Zealand Herald, to discuss whether New Zealand's economic recovery is finally taking hold. Liam explores the uneven nature of the recovery, why some businesses remain cautious, and the reforms he believes could boost long-term growth, including compulsory KiwiSaver and higher contribution rates. He also shares his views on AI, productivity, migration, and why he remains optimistic about New Zealand's future.