Markets & FX: NZX50 edged up as exporters gained from a softer kiwi and investors digested central bank signals across Australia and Japan, while economists flagged a possible downgrade to the pace of NZ inflation and pushed out expectations for the next RBNZ move. Infrastructure delivery: Government support for a 30-year National Infrastructure Plan drew a “now it’s time to grow” response from Infrastructure New Zealand, with emphasis on assurance, asset management, better data and cross-party continuity. Local government pressure: Kāpiti Coast District Council approved steep rent hikes for pensioner flats, sparking concern about affordability during the cost-of-living squeeze. Health & consumer safety: The Good Vitamin Co recalled specific batches of Kids Good Multi gummies after reports of allergic reactions, with Medsafe urging affected customers to stop using and seek refunds or replacements. Business & investment: SFS Private Wealth appointed Matthew McCabe to expand regional wealth services, while NZ’s business events sector locked in another three years for MEETINGS at NZICC in Auckland. Energy & climate: Fonterra signed a solar power deal for its Canterbury plant, and NZ’s renewable power hit 94.5% as solar surged. Tech & policy: AIRMIC backed a UK captives association idea as regulators consult on a new captive framework for 2027.