About this episode

The episode critiques the NZ Budget 2026, revealing discrepancies between government claims and economic realities.

The government wants us to think they are being caring but responsible with this budget, but the economists aren't buying it. We look past the 30 press releases to find out what this means for your back pocket. From a sneaky new banking tax on savers to kicking real savings down the road, we break down why the math just doesn't add up. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

People in this episode

Host: Duncan Garner

Topics covered

• NZ Budget 2026
• debt curve
• economic analysis
• savings
• government policy

Keywords

• NZ Budget
• Nicola Willis
• debt curve
• banking tax
• savings

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: government, economists, banking

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