Over in the US, first quarter earnings reporting season has officially kicked off.

Despite many US companies facing a raft of challenges between interest rates, inflation, and banking turmoil, the S&P index is up by 8 percent.

Milford Asset Management's Deborah Lambie says analysts are forecasting profits will be down by 6.5 percent, making it the second consecutive quarter of negative growth.

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Over in the US, first quarter earnings reporting season has officially kicked off.
Despite many US companies facing a raft of challenges between interest rates, inflation, and banking turmoil, the S&amp;P index is up by 8 percent.
Milford Asset Management's Deborah Lambie says analysts are forecasting profits will be down by 6.5 percent, making it the second consecutive quarter of negative growth.
LISTEN ABOVE

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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.