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Published 16 January 2025 | 2 min read
As we step into 2025, New Zealand’s small and medium businesses are navigating a mixed bag of optimism and uncertainty. After a year marked by economic turbulence and labour market volatility, businesses are finally seeing a glimmer of hope.
Stats NZ reported the first increase in filled jobs since March 2024, with a modest 0.3% rise in November. Yet, this progress is tempered by persistent challenges: unemployment levels are expected to surpass 5%, and confidence in the labour market remains fragile.
The question is clear - how can we position for growth in a market still fraught with uncertainty?