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Foodstuffs commits to reducing food prices by 10 per cent

Supermarket operator will roll back prices on more than 100 groceries.

Biscuit giant Arnott's to bring manufacturing back to NZ after 25 years

The Australian business will operate out of a new factory in Avondale.

Liam Dann: GDP underwhelms, points to tougher year ahead

The economy rebounded out of the Delta lock down but the data didn't beat expectations.

GDP preview: Is the economy still strong?

Strong GDP growth in late 2022 will provide a solid foundation for tackling inflation.

Liam Dann: Investing to beat inflation? How about $500,000 sneakers

As inflation erodes investment returns the stupid money chase ever higher levels of risk.

Essential medications rationed due to supply shortages

Essential medications rationed, supplies short, pharmacists cancel maternity leave.

Working while infected: Industries warn of serious staff shortages

Warning self-isolation for close contacts of Covid-19 cases will cause serious shortages.

Liam Dann: What GDP data really tells us about the economy

As Omicron concerns mount, today's GDP data provides some comforting economic reassurance

GDP preview: Economy was red-hot. Is that meaningless now?

Strong second-quarter GDP data will provide some confidence for post-lockdown rebound.

Batts, GIB board, ColourCote back in production as Fletcher factories re-open

Winstone Wallboards, Tasman Insulation and Pacific CoilCoaters staff about to return.

Worst-case scenario: Can economy cope if we can't eliminate Delta?

New forecast: What happens to jobs, GDP and interest rates if elimination doesn't work?

What lockdown will cost the economy - and how the experts work it out

Lockdown costs look bad, but past experience shows we need to factor in the rebound.

David Schnauer: Has the NZ economy really done well?

Opinion: Things look good in the short term but what about the longer view?

Cavalier goes back to its roots in war against synthetics

NZX-listed Cavalier has gone back to making wholly woollen carpets.

150 jobs going as pharma company closes Manukau site

Pharma company is closing sites in South Auckland that have operated since the 1990s.

Business Hub: Fletcher Building CEO Ross Taylor on a milestone birthday and Auckland v Sydney

"You're a long time dead ... whatever you are doing, make sure it's enjoyable."