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Economist warns against subsidising new supermarket chains

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Newstalk ZB,
Publish Date
Tue, 3 Oct 2023, 7:23am
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Economist warns against subsidising new supermarket chains

Author
Newstalk ZB,
Publish Date
Tue, 3 Oct 2023, 7:23am

There’s been a mixed response to Labour's pledge to do more to help new supermarket retailers set up shop in New Zealand. 

While details are in the early stages, help with finances, gaining land space, and making regulator changes are on the cards. 

New Zealand Initiative's Eric Crampton told Kate Hawkesby that changes to zoning for new supermarkets would be welcomed but warns against subsiding entry for new chains. 

He says starting new retailers on subsidies could lead to chains asking for more handouts down the line to stay in the market. 

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