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Feltex auditor breached accounting code: tribunal

Watson left sleeping with the enemy

When Eric Watson boarded an Air New Zealand flight in Los Angeles on September 17, 2008, en route to New Zealand from London, he had a lot on his mind.

Trouble in Eric's empire

After the Hanover debacle, Eric Watson might have hoped for a big win with his latest venture in the US. So far, it isn't working out that way, reports Denise McNabb.

<i>Mark Lister</i>: Reserve Bank takes everybody by surprise

Economy still crawling

Ombudsman probes regulator over Botherway conflict

Hubbard supporters say the Chief Ombudsman is investigating the role of the Securities Commission and a perceived conflict of interest of member Simon Botherway.

Kiwis pessimistic, but feel more upbeat about the future

<i>Mary Holm</i>: Saving excuses out the window

Kids and KiwiSaver

Bad SCF decisions 'before scheme'

Christchurch earthquake: Problems for farmers could be lurking underground

SCF company hit by Christchurch quake

Trustee sounds alarm over Allied Farmers

<i>Susan Watson:</i> Grey boards need a touch of flair

Directors of our failed companies may well feel beleaguered as the spotlight of public reprobation turns in their direction.

NZ dollar rises, anxiety over global economy eases

NZ dollar strong, despite earthquake

Key confident the Government can afford SCF payout