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Consumer card spending rises 1.9% in December

Increase in card spending providing both confidence and risk for 2022.

New mum shocked by 90-day return to work mortgage condition

Bank says it will approve loan only if mother returns to work within 90 days of birth.

Aucklanders redeem 3000+ vouchers for discounted activities

Those who got some of the 3000+ vouchers have until January 29 to redeem them.

Rocket Lab: US giant straps on for ride

'The space race is back.' Bull and bear cases for the Kiwi-American company outlined.

28-year-olds plan $55m scheme in top Auckland suburb

Twelve apartments planned for site vacant for some years.

Looks like worst-case scenario for Tonga's internet cable

Kiwi telcos offer free calls. Dust-cloud interrupts backup satellite communications.

Damien Venuto: Government's good intentions fall short in lending law fiasco

The unintended consequences of legislative changes are hitting mortgage applicants.

Heading to dystopia? The tech trying to change the way companies are run

Corporate governance could be in for a big shakeup.

Why investors are turning on the maker of Marmite

Marmite maker's sustainability drive is proving as divisive.

Why takeaways and Uber could now hurt your home loan chances

Banks now require a detailed breakdown of spending habits.

Will 2degrees-Orcon merger pass Commerce Commission test?

How competition law experts see the deal, which has now been formally submitted.

How much are landlords borrowing to buy investment properties?

Data shows whether the new rules have had an impact on the investment category.

Australia's Camplify applies for clearance to buy THL businesses

The deal was announced last October.

Odd things about 2021's largest property sale in NZ

Curious twists, turns in largest commercial property sale of 2021: here's why

'It's ridiculous': 27 days before bank picks up home loan application

More home loans likely to be declined as banks 'deeper dive into your finances'.

Nike Britomart store to shut after a decade

A sports retailer in Auckland CBD heritage precinct Britomart is closing after 10 years.

Economists pick the top five trends to watch in 2022

The outlook couldn't be more complex but here's where economists are looking for clues.

Steven Joyce: Holiday road toll too high, safer roads urgently needed

OPINION: The Government needs get on with building safer regional roading system.