The balance of payments figure has not brought good news for New Zealand’s economy, with the deficit rising to $9.7 billion for the year to March.
Business Editor Michael Wilson is on Firstline to look at how the economy grew in the same period.
Is the big balance of payments deficit a worry for New Zealand?
Plus, the GDP announcement is due today – is half a percent the best we can expect?
Watch the video for Michael Wilson’s business wrap