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Join us for breakfast as we unpack the newly released findings from the 2026 2degrees Shaping Business Study.

Now in its seventh year, this annual study draws on insights from business leaders across New Zealand to highlight the key trends, challenges, and factors shaping the business landscape. This year’s findings reveal growing optimism and innovation amongst businesses, despite ongoing economic uncertainty, and include a first-time deep dive into the impact of AI.

This regional briefing will explore what the latest results mean for businesses operating in the Waikato and beyond.

Chief Business Officer Andrew Fairgray, 2degrees, will present the report’s key findings, sharing national insights alongside trends of particular relevance to our region.

Following the presentation, attendees will hear from a panel of local business leaders during an interactive discussion and Q&A session, with speakers to be announced.

This event offers a valuable opportunity to hear directly from business leaders, gain practical insights from the data, and take part in a conversation about what these findings mean for business strategy and decision-making in the year ahead.