The Government is making changes to get more capital flowing around the economy. 

Commerce and Consumer Affairs Minister Andrew Bailey says he is going to make it easier for KiwiSaver funds to invest in unlisted companies and assets. 

Financial Services CEO Kirk Hope talks to Ryan Bridge. 

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The Government is making changes to get more capital flowing around the economy.&nbsp;
Commerce and Consumer Affairs Minister Andrew Bailey says he is going to make it easier for KiwiSaver funds to invest in unlisted companies and assets.&nbsp;
Financial Services CEO Kirk Hope talks to Ryan Bridge.&nbsp;
LISTEN ABOVE.&nbsp;

With a straight down the middle approach, Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive on Newstalk ZB delivers the very latest news and views to New Zealanders as they wrap up their day.

Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive

Kirk Hope: Financial Services CEO on Ministers plan to remove KiwiSaver hurdles

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Business executives, academics, Government officials and civic leaders are expected to gather in Switzerland for the World Economic forum - and there's one key name on everyone's lips. 

Donald Trump's return to the White House is set to be a topic of discussion, with experts set to participate in an upcoming '47th US Presidency, Early Thoughts' panel.

UK correspondent Enda Brady says wars, misinformation and climate change are also expected to be discussed at length.

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Business executives, academics, Government officials and civic leaders are expected to gather in Switzerland for the World Economic forum - and there's one key name on everyone's lips.&nbsp;
Donald Trump's return to the White House is set to be a topic of discussion, with experts set to participate in an upcoming '47th US Presidency, Early Thoughts' panel.
UK correspondent Enda Brady says wars, misinformation and climate change are also expected to be discussed at length.
LISTEN ABOVE

Enda Brady: UK correspondent on Donald Trump's return to the White House impacting Davos discussions

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Over in Australia, the unemployment rate increased to 4 percent in December - raising questions ahead of a potential interest rate cut next month.

Unemployment is one of the key metrics the RBA uses to inform interest rate settings, and a weakening market could encourage the central bank to reduce rates.

HSBC chief economist Paul Bloxham explains further.

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Over in Australia, the unemployment rate increased to 4 percent in December - raising questions ahead of a potential interest rate cut next month.
Unemployment is one of the key metrics the RBA uses to inform interest rate settings, and a weakening market could encourage the central bank to reduce rates.
HSBC chief economist Paul Bloxham explains further.
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Paul Bloxham: HSBC chief economist on Australia's unemployment rate reaching 4 percent

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It's been a big week for the US, with Donald Trump returning to the Oval Office for his second term as US President.

His plan for tariffs has sparked concern among many key industries, with Kiwi farmers wondering what this means for one of New Zealand's biggest red meat markets.

The Country's Jamie Mackay explains further.

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It's been a big week for the US, with Donald Trump returning to the Oval Office for his second term as US President.
His plan for tariffs has sparked concern among many key industries, with Kiwi farmers wondering what this means for one of New Zealand's biggest red meat markets.
The Country's Jamie Mackay explains further.
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Jamie Mackay: The Country host on what Donald Trump's return to the Oval Office means for Kiwi farmers

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Kirk Hope: Financial Services CEO on Ministers plan to remove KiwiSaver hurdles

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