Official Cash RateFall in dollar catches companies by surpriseThe recent drop in the value of the New Zealand dollar against the US currency could have a caught a number of companies off-guard.11 Jun 05:30 PM
EconomyTraffic index points to above trend growthAfter a sluggish start to the year, ANZ's Truckometer is pointing to a period of above-trend growth over the second half of 2013.11 Jun 05:30 PM
EmploymentDenniston mine 'likely to go ahead'The Environment Court will reconvene tomorrow ahead of its final deliberations on whether to allow an open-cast mine to go ahead on the West Coast's Denniston Plateau.11 Jun 08:05 AM
OpinionBob Jones: Currency a dead duck but union can still flyIn creating a common currency the unavoidable effect was to give Germany, in particular, an artificially low currency advantage, writes Bob Jones.10 Jun 05:30 PM
EconomyBig debt fears from hot house marketA bank economist has warned of consumer spending sprees and widespread economic fallout if house price rises continue.10 Jun 05:30 PM
EconomySkids go under kiwi dollarAn air of optimism about the US economy has put the skids under the New Zealand dollar and a drop below US78c could herald further falls, market strategists said.10 Jun 05:30 PM
EconomyJapan's 4.1pc growth gives Abe a liftJapan's economy grew more than the Government initially estimated in the first quarter, helping Prime Minister Shinzo Abe to sustain confidence in his campaign to defeat deflation.10 Jun 05:30 PM
BDBDEconomyNZ property values up 7.1pcNew Zealand property values held their annual pace of growth last month, as demand outstripped supply in Auckland and Christchurch, according to Quotable Value.10 Jun 01:30 AM
EmploymentAre Kiwis workplace slackers?Most New Zealand workers say they could be more productive in their jobs if they had better management, more motivation, and greater recognition in the workplace.09 Jun 11:20 PM
EmploymentIndustrial design at the cutting edgeLauren Palmer's job at F&P is to manage the team that creates world class innovative cooking appliances.07 Jun 05:30 PM
EmploymentConfidence in a 'bright future' key to local govt successCentral government is encouraging local bodies to become more focused and efficient. Many are considering mergers with others and seeing how to cut costs.07 Jun 05:30 PM
EmploymentCompanies urged to make workplace funNew Zealand businesses are being urged to follow in Google's footsteps and provide a chilled-out, fun workplace to improve productivity.07 Jun 03:56 AM
OpinionDavid Mayes: Patchy housing market makes case for tweaksIf house prices start rising faster, it can require lenders to reduce the proportion of the property value they are prepared to lend, writes David Mayes.06 Jun 05:30 PM
EconomyEmerging markets push for share of global tax takeEmerging markets like India and China are becoming just as frustrated with international corporate tax rules as developed economies, says a KPMG partner.06 Jun 02:00 AM
BDBDOfficial Cash RateNZ dollar falls to nine-month lowThe New Zealand dollar fell to a nine month low as investors concerned about global growth moved to the relative safety of US Treasuries.05 Jun 08:55 PM
OpinionBrian FallowBrian Fallow: Electricity chief zaps regulation schemeBrian Fallow looks at the issues involved in a wholesale electricity market, and whether it is competitive or not.05 Jun 05:30 PM
EmploymentExpo to help set career pathwaysAfter 22 years, the Career Expo show has been given a makeover to provide even more help for students and older people looking for a change in direction.04 Jun 05:30 PM
EmploymentHoneymoon period vital part of worker's engagementA successful on-boarding experience is one that starts the moment a new employee is recruited, moves at pace, and involves not just learning the job but gaining a full view of the organisation they have joined.31 May 05:30 PM
EmploymentBenefiting from work-based trainingWhen Maori apprentice Danual Keig began training as a motor mechanic with Ebbett Holden, the last thing he expected was to be awarded Employee of the Year 2012 at the Wellington branch.31 May 05:30 PM
OpinionPeter Lyons: Misguided logic behind asset sales pitchI see little point in the Govt selling shares generating dividend yields of 6 to 7 per cent to avoid borrowing to fund its deficits at around 3 to 4 per cent, writes Peter Lyons.30 May 05:30 PM
Official Cash RateReserve Bank looks to cool kiwiEconomists say the Reserve Bank's intervention in the foreign exchange market last month was too small to make much difference to the exchange rate.30 May 05:30 PM
Official Cash RateWheeler warns on housingIt could take three to five years to close the gap between housing supply and demand in Auckland, if left to supply measures alone, says Reserve Bank governor Graeme Wheeler.30 May 05:30 PM
EmploymentTurning back from Oz dreamNew Zealanders are beginning to realise the Australian dream is not so perfect and the grass may in fact be starting to become greener over here.29 May 09:36 PM
