Westpac's economists are picking 6 consecutive OCR hikes from December - they're forecasting that it will hit 4% by the end of next year.

The OCR dropped to 2.25% just before Christmas, which is where it stands now, but there have been rumblings for some time that we'd start seeing hikes soon, as all major banks lifted long-term loan rates.

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We've started to see spots of what looks to be recovery in our economy over recent months.

It's not consistent, but it's frequent enough to give us some hope for the year to come.

Westpac is picking a whole lot of OCR hikes from the end of this year, and other forecasts seem to set a similar scene - a better economy is coming, and rates will have to reflect that when the time comes.

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The Prime Minister says Labour's concerns with the India Free Trade Agreement is "politicking", and Chris Hipkins wanting attention.

Labour's saying they want the un-redacted advice about the deal and greater protection for migrant workers.

In a letter to Chris Luxon, Chris Hipkins wants more clarity about the clause which requires New Zealand business to invest $33billion into India.

Luxon told Mike Hosking that none of their concerns are real problems.

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Herald Now Business host Garth Bray joins Ryan to talk the latest news in business, thanks to Forsyth Barr.

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Labour is hesitant to put their support behind an India FTA without the government meeting certain conditions.

It says free trade is a net positive, but agreements shouldn't cause harm to New Zealand - which is what we risk with this FTA.

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The prime minister celebrates great results for New Zealand’s red meat sector, discusses RMA reforms, and rules out a water tax.

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An investment company boss predicts New Zealanders will have to work into their 70’s for the country to afford superannuation.

Milford's Blair Turnbull says it's inevitable the age for super will rise - and be means tested.

Koura Wealth Managing Director Rupert Carlyon joins Heather to discuss whether it should be government or personal responsibility to make sure you have enough for retirement.

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This week, Hallelujah - Westpac’s latest data says the economy is looking up but will it lead to a boom? …the back and forth continues over the India trade deal, and the gender pay gap is under the microscope again … plus how to make a property agent work for you as a buyer, and we unpack some of the reasons your business might be struggling to grow.

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