The upcoming reporting season looks likely to reflect the tough times seen in the economy in the second half of last year, yet company 'outlook' statements may provide some optimism for the year ahead.

The season – comprising mostly second-half 2024 results – gets under way this week, and it's widely expected most major companies won't do too well.

Milford Asset Management's Jeremy Hutton explains further.

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The upcoming reporting season looks likely to reflect the tough times seen in the economy in the second half of last year, yet company 'outlook' statements may provide some optimism for the year ahead.
The season – comprising mostly second-half 2024 results – gets under way this week, and it's widely expected most major companies won't do too well.
Milford Asset Management's Jeremy Hutton explains further.
LISTEN ABOVE

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Jeremy Hutton: Milford Asset Management Equities Analyst on the start of the NZX reporting season

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