inflation
Inflation eases but upside risk remains
New Zealand’s inflation figures are easing with the consumer price index dropping to 6% for the 12 months to June — although not as big as…
Domestic supply chain costs could impact NZ’s competitiveness, warns freight forwarder
Cost increases in the domestic supply chain look “locked in” and continue to ramp up inflation pressures, says local freight forwarder Go Logistics. Despite a general downwards trend in…
Inflation drops to 6.7%
Inflation has come in lower than market expectations with the consumers price index hitting 6.7% in the 12 months to March, according to Stats NZ figures…
Transport costs among factors keeping inflation high: Infometrics
Transport and labour costs are among factors keeping New Zealand’s inflationary pressures high despite our economy probably being in a recession that started in the final…
Nick Leggett: Rising costs for businesses and consumers require urgent action
Nick Leggett It’s hardly a surprise – the cost of living and doing business is going up. I think everything is pointing towards next year being…
Petrol and diesel costs keep inflation figures high
Inflation remains stubbornly hot with transport and higher prices for petrol and diesel contributing to the September 2022 annual figures. The consumers price index increased 7.2% annually in…
Relief for road freight as RUC discount extended
The road transport industry is welcoming the Government’s decision to extend fuel tax relief and discounts to road user charges until January. The move was announced…
Survey launched to understand rising costs of transport
Trucking operators are facing “unprecedented” transport cost increases this quarter, according to data provided by road freight body Transporting NZ. Produced for Transporting NZ members, the Grant…