This exploration of the potential economic impact of generative AI looks at relevant economic theories and emerging evidence. It highlights the potential for generative AI to drive economic growth and innovation but also acknowledges the need to address potential negative impacts such as job displacement and increased inequality.

This paper argues that climate change poses significant economic risks to businesses, as well as substantial investment opportunities. It looks at the economic risks and barriers to investment and the potential benefits for business of acting early. The author calls for policy measures that reduce barriers and incentivise private investment in climate solutions.

This paper compares the retirement income systems of Australia and New Zealand across metrics including adequacy, equity, and sustainability. It finds that Australia's compulsory contribution structure is very effective but that New Zealand's system promotes greater income equality and incentivises older people to stay in the workforce longer.

This paper argues that both Republicans and Democrats see tariffs as a solution for their domestic economy when they are not. The paper makes the case for fewer protectionist trade policies and advances solutions New Zealand could explore.

Arguing that the New Zealand health system is in crisis, this paper recommend investment in five key priorities based on the principle that to minimise cost growth and increase long-term sustainability without compromising quality, the system needs to be efficient and flexible, and it needs to contribute to economic growth as well as being supported...