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New York Stock Exchange to close over coronavirus fear

The New York Stock Exchange will temporarily close its historic trading floor.

NZ stocks open soft, F&P Healthcare gain offsets deeper loss

The New Zealand sharemarket opened weaker after another decline on Wall Street.

NZ dollar flirts with Aussie parity; markets in freefall

The Aussie may fall further today if the Reserve Bank of Australia takes drastic action

NZX in talks to allow larger capital placements without shareholder approval

Negotiations amid reports a queue of companies wanting to raise cash is forming.

NZ shares rise as global Govt response calms investors

Investor panic subsided and New Zealand.

NZ dollar falls as investors flee to safety over pandemic fears

The kiwi was trading at 59.60 US cents at 5pm.

Local market set for better day after Wall St rally

There was more optimism on Wall Street overnight.

NZ shares recover as Govt unveils $12.1b crutch for business

New Zealand shares recovered from an early selloff.

Aussie market opens more than 7% down

Volatility is expected to continue as virus fuels further travel restrictions.

NZX50 drops, Tourism Holdings plunges 30% as borders close

Travel sector stocks took a hit when the New Zealand sharemarket opened weaker.

Big firms imposing tougher travel, meeting restrictions

Big firms are starting to roll out major policy changes in response to coronavirus.

James Lee: GFC memories influencing today

After 12 years of relative calm, investors are faced with new challenges.

NZX50 slumps almost 5% as pandemic triggers global selloff

The S&P/NZX 50 Index dropped to its lowest close since April.

NZ dollar falls as virus cases, economic impact mount

The kiwi was trading at 61.27 US cents at 5pm.

How to protect your investments from coronavirus

Coronavirus proof your portfolio and prepare for more market volatility ahead.

NZ dollar hits 10-year low as world markets descend into turmoil

The New Zealand dollar hit a 10-year low after more turmoil emerged on financial markets.