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Big tick for economy as Fitch affirms NZ's AA+ credit rating

Rating agency notes delayed surplus and rising debt but backs fiscal plan.

How AI could more than double NZ’s productivity

Report says New Zealand needs to improve on its 'relatively low digital maturity'.

High energy prices threaten 230 jobs at Winstone Pulp International

If the plan goes ahead 230 people would lose their jobs.

Market close: Mercury left high and dry, Synlait unveils recapitalisation plans

Power companies were among the hardest hit as the NZ sharemarket fell for a second day.

Transpower decision due soon on hydro lake levels

Transpower will soon decide if generators can use more water from their hydro dams.

When will we know more about Du Val's interim receivership?

Report went in last Friday, PwC says. Nothing has been released in public yet.

Qantas in trial to make flying to Australia easier

Australia adopts digital arrival cards, following New Zealand's lead.

BNZ cuts rates for first-home buyers

Borrowers with less than 20% equity will be able to access standard rates.

Passports, licences stolen in Competenz hack affecting 6000 - who pays for replacements?

What the law says about stolen IDs.

Ad industry anger: Top creative agencies miss out in Govt crackdown on public spending

Ad industry likens dealing with MBIE to 'flat earthers'; MBIE defends cost-savings move.

Decline of cash: Small firms lag in adoption of digital payment methods

Shifting payment trends forcing change onto small businesses.

Death, rocks, doubters, tunnellers and Dublin: CRL's Sean Sweeney

'Would have preferred to stay in New Zealand. I love New Zealand. I’m a passionate Kiwi.'

Insurance premium hikes to keep surpassing the inflation rate - Suncorp CEO

The insurer expects a jump in reinsurance costs post-Cyclone Gabrielle to moderate.

Jarden Wealth Weekly: Warren Buffett's Apple exit – what it means

OPINION: And what can we learn in a small market like New Zealand.

Methanex pressured to fill key government gas contract in the midst of supply squeeze

The Government's last-minute gas contract is another sign of deep trouble in the market.

‘Fierce competition’ for jobs as unemployment rises

Job ads also rose for the first time since January.

ComCom banking report due out – how will the Govt respond?

What's already been said and done to improve banking competition.

Market close: NZ shares stumble as A2 Milk outlook sours

A2 Milk led the market lower.