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Creating a high-performing team
ASB & All Blacks Performance Labs support NZ businesses.
Embracing the Māori worldview
The Matariki public holiday, celebrated for the second time on July 14, is a strong reminder to businesses to connect with the Māori world.
Carbon emissions
Kiwi businesses are feeling the pressure to reduce carbon emissions. Read more from ASB's Senior Economist and sustainability expert, Kim Mundy.
Inflation and interest rates could fall
Households will continue to feel the pinch this year - with costs increasing up to $150 a week.
Light at the end of the tunnel for farms.
Farmers will not be alone in facing a challenging period over the next 18 months.
Clever changes that attract staff
Businesses are looking to improve their performance, strengthening community relationships by embracing te ao Māori - the Māori world.
Scams & cyber security during the holiday period
How to prevent scams and cyber breaches over the festive season
Testing festive season for business
Cautious spending predicted; businesses need to plan ahead.
Solutions for 'Red hot' labour market
Find out how employers are becoming more innovative in solving labour issues.
Are tables turning for manufacturers?
Emerging trend may help reverse some effects of globalisation.
NZ business not yet out of the woods
Firms focus on collaboration as inflation hampers recovery.
Māori economy sees strong future
"Great strides" should mean faster growth than the NZ economy.
'Hibernation' over for NZ business
Companies urged to focus on planning, not survival.
The superpower behind NZ business
Connecting & empathising with customers brings new energy to business.
NZ food to drive Covid recovery
Farmers & growers need to start planning now for the upturn.
Sustainability is an opportunity, not a chore
Reducing emissions can be a powerful move for Kiwi businesses, says ASB.
Creative thinking needed to attract & retain workers
ASB economist: employers to try hard to tap into most static workforce in 30 years.
Some "scarring" but economy to rebound
Many smaller businesses will need a Christmas boost, says ASB.
Businesses ‘hold on’ in lockdown
But, in Auckland, make or break time is fast approaching for many.