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EPISODE · May 5, 2026 · 3 MIN

Chris Wilkinson: First Retail Group Managing Director on the ANZ card data showing how Kiwis are spending

from The Mike Hosking Breakfast · host Newstalk ZB

We're spending more on fuel, crowding out most other areas.   ANZ card data from April shows spending at the pump jumped 0.9% on top of March's 20% hike shortly after the Iran war began.   Spending on retail, public transport, car dealerships, and the normally recession-proof health and beauty sector all took a hit.   There was an unusually large drop at supermarkets too – 1.4%.  First Retail Group Managing Director Chris Wilkinson told Mike Hosking they've seen a decisive shift in how we grocery shop.   He says people are opting for different brands and being smart with their money.  LISTEN ABOVE  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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