EmploymentWatch: Man sensationally quits after 'appalling' demand by bossA man has been praised for his epic response to his employer.14 Feb 10:24 PM
EconomyYoung Kiwis head for Australia in record numbers - but immigration boom rolls onDespite high net gains we may have passed the peak14 Feb 10:12 PM
PremiumPremiumOfficial Cash RateRBNZ's Adrian Orr fumbles the fiat bag as 'print money' joke goes viralClip of Orr's comment is baiting Bitcoiners.13 Feb 11:29 PM
PremiumPremiumEconomyKate MacNamara: What did we get for the $3b spent on regional development?OPINION: Lies, damned lies and ministerial briefings on regional development.13 Feb 10:35 PM
InflationFood prices on the rise again - milk, eggs and chocolate lead the wayDespite a monthly rise, annual price increases were the lowest since November 2021.13 Feb 10:29 PM
Official Cash RateRetail spending rebounds but monetary policy still holding us backElectronic card transaction data for January showed a bump in spending.13 Feb 10:21 PM
InflationWall Street tumbles after worse-than-expected inflation dataData forced investors to question hopes that have sent Wall Street to record heights.13 Feb 07:15 PM
PremiumPremiumOfficial Cash RateNew funding needed to urgently refurbish Reserve Bank's cash vaultThe project is deemed high-risk and of national significance.13 Feb 04:00 PM
Official Cash RateRBNZ survey: Inflation expectations continue to fallBusiness leaders remain downbeat on economic growth prospects.13 Feb 04:34 AM
PremiumPremiumInflation'We disagree': Economists push back on need for more RBNZ rate hike expectationsEconomists are divided over whether a higher OCR is needed to beat inflation.12 Feb 04:10 AM
PremiumPremiumOpinionLiam DannLiam Dann: Could Year of the Dragon deliver a cure for global inflation?OPINION: Falling prices in China could flow through to cheaper imports here and globally.10 Feb 04:00 PM
Official Cash RateGrim warning: ANZ picks two more Reserve Bank rate hikes aheadStrong employment data will force RBNZ to lift the OCR in February and April, ANZ says.09 Feb 03:27 AM
PremiumPremiumEmploymentPower list: New Zealand’s highest paid charity executivesAnalysis of financial records ranks New Zealand's highest-paid charity bosses.09 Feb 03:00 AM
PremiumPremiumEconomyTeacher-turned-brewer of Cowabunga calls in liquidators'It’s a crowded market. They were unable to make a go of it.'08 Feb 11:18 PM
PremiumPremiumEmploymentIndevin confirms wine bottling move, redundancies, pledges help to workersDecision made after purchase of Villa Maria led to search for new bottling operation.08 Feb 11:11 PM
PremiumPremiumEditorialEditorial: Time for NZ to acknowledge the dragon in the roomOPINION: While geopolitical tensions dominate debates, China's economic growth flags.08 Feb 04:00 PM
EmploymentWorkers in Australia set to get right to ignore bosses after hoursUnreasonable contact from employers would be banned under the laws.07 Feb 08:24 AM
PremiumPremiumEmploymentCould today’s low unemployment number mean another interest rate hike?Analysis: Stronger-than-expected jobs data plays into the RBNZ's inflation concern.07 Feb 02:06 AM
EconomyChinese shares jump as Beijing steps up moves to boost sagging marketsChina has redoubled efforts to revive its wobbling financial markets06 Feb 11:41 PM
EmploymentJobs surprise: Unemployment rate rises, but slowdown not as bad as expectedNew data shows the labour market holding firm despite record immigration.06 Feb 10:01 PM
EmploymentWhat to expect from today's unemployment dataNew Labour data expected to paint a mixed picture of employment market.06 Feb 04:01 PM
PremiumPremiumEmploymentJobs data preview: The good news and the bad newsLabour market data due on Wednesday will offer clues to the extent of economic slowdown.04 Feb 11:30 PM
PremiumPremiumEmploymentThe Kiwi architecture company that made summer time hours permanentDirector says: "5.30pm feels like a really long day, particularly this time of the year".04 Feb 11:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionLiam DannLiam Dann: Why we’re doomed to hold interest rates too high for too longThey say Monetary Policy is a blunt tool, but does it need to be quite so blunt?03 Feb 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumEconomyMarket Watch: Why your KiwiSaver is looking so healthy... and could a Trump win sink it?Wall Street has been on a roll but there are some big risks lurking in 2024.02 Feb 08:00 PM
PremiumPremiumEmploymentOne NZ fronts on decision to crimp working-from-home, details drawbacksPlus: Remote workers bear the brunt of layoffs.02 Feb 02:00 AM
EconomyResidential building consents fall from all-time highJust 80% of consents result in construction now, down from 95% previously: one estimate.02 Feb 01:11 AM
PremiumPremiumEditorialEditorial: Hang in there - this tough economy might not lastOPINION: Business confidence is riding high, with expectations of better times ahead.01 Feb 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumEconomyEconomists forecast NZ GDP growth will be better than expectedImmigration to drive stronger economic growth this year, says Infometrics.01 Feb 04:00 PM
EmploymentMinimum wage to rise by 2 per cent - slowest rate in a decadeThe cost of living is likely to rise by more than the minimum wage.01 Feb 01:12 AM
Official Cash RateAnnual household living costs increased 7 per cent - who was hit hardest?The cost of living is outpacing inflation - up 7 per cent. But there is good news.31 Jan 10:52 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionBryce Wilkinson: Working-age welfare trap a big problem for allOPINION: Our welfare system is a problem for beneficiaries and taxpayers alike.31 Jan 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumEconomyMood of the sales team: New survey reveals outlook at sharp end of business worldThe Mood of the Sales Leader survey offers a 'rosier' outlook but with tough months ahead.30 Jan 04:00 PM
Official Cash Rate'We still have a way to go' - RBNZ says the inflation fight isn't overRBNZ chief economist pushes back against dovish financial markets.29 Jan 09:26 PM