New Zealand's continuing to feel the knock-on effects of continuing economic downturn - but is there light at the end of the tunnel? 

The latest data shows GDP rose 0.8 percent in the March quarter, before the fuel crisis started to hit.

However, EMA Head of Advocacy Alan McDonald is urging caution at this stage.

"Everyone's kind of hedging their bets a little, but those underlying good factors that were evident in those numbers...they're still there. But some of the intentions to hire and invest - understandably, it's gone on hold."

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New Zealand's continuing to feel the knock-on effects of continuing economic downturn - but is there light at the end of the tunnel?&nbsp;
The latest data shows GDP rose 0.8 percent in the March quarter, before the fuel crisis started to hit.
However, EMA Head of Advocacy Alan McDonald is urging caution at this stage.
"Everyone's kind of hedging their bets a little, but those underlying good factors that were evident in those numbers...they're still there. But some of the intentions to hire and invest - understandably, it's gone on hold."
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Whether you’re a small business owner or interested in what’s going on in the Big End of Town, this podcast encompasses the sharpest voices and minds in the world of business.

Best of Business is the home of all things business at Newstalk ZB, from morning market updates right through to incisive interviews with New Zealand’s top business leaders and decision makers. Whether you’re a small business owner or interested in what’s going on in the Big End of Town, this podcast encompasses the sharpest voices and minds in the world of business.

Best of Business is the home of all things business at Newstalk ZB, from morning market updates right through to incisive interviews with New Zealand’s top business leaders and decision makers.

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Alan McDonald: EMA Head of Advocacy on whether the economy will bounce back following US-Iran peace deal

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New Zealand's exporters are seeing success, with the total value of exports adding up to $8.9bn in May. 

This is a rise of $1.4bn from last year, and red meat is the biggest driver. It's jumped 43% year on year - with frozen beef being particularly successful. 

Beef and Lamb Chair Kate Acland told Heather du Plessis-Allan that the success is due to a combination of factors. 

"High demand, low supply, and I think, you know, I have to say it is supported by a low Kiwi dollar at the moment."

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New Zealand's exporters are seeing success, with the total value of exports adding up to $8.9bn in May.&nbsp;
This is a rise of $1.4bn from last year, and red meat is the biggest driver. It's jumped 43% year on year - with frozen beef being particularly successful.&nbsp;
Beef and Lamb Chair Kate Acland told Heather du Plessis-Allan that the success is due to a combination of factors.&nbsp;
"High demand, low supply, and I think, you know, I have to say it is supported by a low Kiwi dollar at the moment."
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Kate Acland: Beef and Lamb Chair comments on red meat driving increase in exports

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Businesses in the capital are looking forward to more certainty, with the controversial Golden Mile project now officially canned.  

Councillors voted yesterday to scrap the CBD upgrade plan in favour of more modest upgrades. 

It follows a review last week finding further budget blowouts were likely. 

Wellington Chamber of Commerce Chief Executive Hayley Horan told Mike Hosking businesses want a more vibrant city and are now feeling like they're at the table.  

She says the years of reviews and re-scopes have been exhausting, so having a decision beats another year of limbo.  

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Businesses in the capital are looking forward to more certainty, with the controversial Golden Mile project now officially canned. &nbsp;
Councillors voted yesterday to scrap the CBD upgrade plan in favour of more modest upgrades.&nbsp;
It follows a review last week finding further budget blowouts were likely.&nbsp;
Wellington Chamber of Commerce Chief Executive Hayley Horan told Mike Hosking businesses want a more vibrant city and are now feeling like they're at the table. &nbsp;
She says the years of reviews and re-scopes have been exhausting, so having a decision beats another year of limbo. &nbsp;
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Hayley Horan: Wellington Chamber of Commerce CEO on the canning of the Golden Mile project

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Kevin Warsh made his debut at the wheel of the US central bank today, and it's prompted a divided response.

The Federal Reserve unanimously voted to keep interest rates unchanged today.

Sam Dickie from Fisher Funds explained further. 

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Kevin Warsh made his debut at the wheel of the US central bank today, and it's prompted a divided response.
The Federal Reserve unanimously voted to keep interest rates unchanged today.
Sam Dickie from Fisher Funds explained further.&nbsp;
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Sam Dickie: Fisher Funds expert on Kevin Warsh making debut as Federal Reserve chair

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Alan McDonald: EMA Head of Advocacy on whether the economy will bounce back following US-Iran peace deal

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