This issue NZBusiness dives into the funding and investment landscape. From bank lending and non-bank solutions to investment opportunities and financial resilience, the September digital magazine is all about giving SMEs the insights they need to make smarter financial decisions.
For many SMEs, 2025 has been about more than just balancing the books, it’s been about counting pennies carefully while trying to look ahead with confidence. After years of disruption and uncertainty, business owners are navigating a tricky funding landscape.
That’s why in this issue we dive deep into the topics of funding and investment. We speak with advisors, lenders, and business leaders to get practical advice on how to take on debt responsibly.
Contents
4 – NZBusiness online
6 – Business briefs
12 – In conversation with… Christopher Luxon
14 – Opening new doors to SME funding
16 – Cover Story: Rachel Petero on championing whānau, whenua and enterprise
20 – Opinion: The funding source that flies under the radar
22 – Navigating the bank-business owner relationship
24 – Funding in a fragile economy
28 – The smart way to take on debt
30 – The self-funded spice of success
32 – Opinion: Backing women founders
36 – Lessons on “How I got the cash”
38 – The beauty of relationships
40 – Opinion: Capital with courage
42 – The power of investing in yourself and others
46 – Leading growth through people
48 – Money and mindset with James Laughlin
Other Articles
In conversation with Christopher Luxon
