OpinionFran O'SullivanFran O'Sullivan: New watchdog barks at Reserve BankFinancial Markets Authority chief executive Rob Everett has yet to be inducted into the club, writes Fran O'Sullivan. That's why he brings a refreshing outsider's view to the task of being New Zealand's markets watchdog.03 Jun 05:00 PM
Banking and financeBitcoin grabs Dutch fancyWhile big banks in China and the US are reluctant to do business with ventures focused on virtual currency, the Netherlands is now home to banks that are open to bitcoin.30 May 02:45 AM
Banking and financeGoldman says buy Brazil as it tips nation to win World CupGoldman Sachs say buy Brazilian stocks because the country will win the World Cup, giving a boost to the local equity market. But investors need to move fast as the gains won't last.29 May 04:30 AM
Banking and financeConfidence still high despite fallBusiness confidence has declined for the third month in a row, ANZ's Business Outlook survey has found, though optimists still outnumber pessimists nearly 10 to one28 May 05:00 PM
BDBDBanking and financeBusiness confidence drops 9 per centNew Zealand business confidence extended its slide from a record high to a third month, in the face of rising interest rates, declining dairy prices and a persistently high kiwi dollar.28 May 03:30 AM
Banking and financeHouse slump biggest risk to recoverySharp slowdowns in the Auckland housing market or in China are the main risks the NZIER sees to a recovery which is accelerating and broadening.27 May 12:00 AM
Banking and financeGeneva wins $150k case against founderGeneva Finance has won a $150,000 judgement against its founder, who borrowed money from the company.26 May 11:20 PM
OpinionBob Jones: Blaming banks for our woes just myth makingBanks stepped in to save the economic system, writes Bob Jones. Had they not, the world would have descended into anarchy with mass unemployment.26 May 05:30 PM
BDBDBanking and financeConsumer confidence falls as interest rate hikes biteConsumer confidence fell to a seven-month low as two interest rate hikes and expectations for slower economic growth later this year sapped people's optimism.23 May 02:15 AM
Banking and financeSCF trial judge rules out witnessA witness who prosecutors wanted to give evidence on the most serious charge faced by three South Canterbury Finance principals cannot be called.20 May 05:30 PM
