BDBDCompaniesGold hits record price overnightGold hit a record high on world markets overnight, but equities fell as investors worried about the impact on consumer spending and corporate profits of high oil prices.02 Mar 07:15 PM
BDBDEnergyOil, gold prices soar on Libya turmoilInvestors flocked to oil and gold on world markets overnight amid escalating tensions in the Middle East, with violence in Libya gathering steam.21 Feb 06:30 PM
CommoditiesPicking top of Fonterra's auction price proves trickyPrices in Fonterra's latest online auction have been pushed to record levels but recent volatility means picking the top of the cycle is proving tricky.20 Feb 04:30 PM
BDBDOfficial Cash RateCommodities rally overnight on China demandStocks on Wall Street were mixed as investors awaited a fresh reason to extend the rally, while commodities including oil, gold and copper were boosted on hopes that Chinese demand would remain strong.14 Feb 07:00 PM
CompaniesIncrease in cocoa prices could see cost of chocolate riseCocoa prices shot up this week after the Ivory Coast said it was contemplating an export ban.25 Jan 11:09 PM
BDBDEconomyNZ dollar climbs on rising world food pricesThe New Zealand dollar climbed back above 77 US cents as food inflation fears prompted investors to seek out commodity-linked currencies.17 Jan 08:30 PM
EconomyRising food prices good for economy, say expertsFood looks set to cost more at the till this year, although economists say higher commodity prices are good news for the economy.17 Jan 04:30 PM
BDBDOfficial Cash Rate<i>Dollar Outlook:</i> Kiwi may break 78c on strong commodities, CPIThe New Zealand dollar will probably test US78c this week as the currency rides the wave of stronger prices for raw materials.17 Jan 01:45 AM
BDBDOfficial Cash RateCorporate results, Japan boost mood on Wall StStocks on Wall Street were up as investors' confidence was underpinned by better-than-expected US earnings and international support for Europe's debt.11 Jan 07:00 PM
BDBDOfficial Cash Rate<i>Dollar Outlook:</i> Kiwi faces heavy start to 2011 against greenbackThe New Zealand dollar faces pressure in its first full week of trading in 2011 as support for the greenback is bolstered by upbeat US data and renewed fears about European debt.10 Jan 01:00 AM
BDBDOfficial Cash RateCommodities slide on world markets overnightCommodities slid, taking stocks on Wall St. lower overnight, amid concern that rising food and raw materials prices would cut into corporate profits.04 Jan 06:45 PM
Official Cash RateGoldbugs see no end to price risesGold investors have high hopes about price rises continuing in 2011.24 Dec 04:30 PM
AgribusinessDairy prices up 2.4pc in overnight auctionDairy prices in Fonterra's latest online auction are up 2.4 per cent.15 Dec 06:45 PM
Agribusiness<i>Brian Fallow:</i> Good news, bad newsIf the good news is that the Reserve Bank expects rates to be lower for longer, the bad news is why it thinks that.08 Dec 09:45 PM
