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Opinion: Green shoots emerge as business confidence rebounds

The Fonterra payout this season is the highest in history.

Opinion: What employment law reform could mean for NZ workers

A $180,000 income threshold will affect unjustified dismissal rights.

Opinion: Rotorua deserves answers on housing crisis impact

Local readers have their say.

Opinion: History shows average market forecasts often miss the mark

OPINION: The market has risen in 93 out of 125 years, with 47 years over 20%.

How much should councils borrow?

Opinion: Importance of balancing long-term spending with immediate economic constraints.

Opinion: Why NZ's interest rates may stay below US levels

The Federal Reserve is likely to keep rates unchanged next week.

Mark Lister: Why 2024 proved the need for global investment

OPINION: NZ investors are urged to diversify globally after local returns lagged in 2024.

Opinion: Local Government Act needs urgent reform for accountability

OPINION: The act has critical deficiencies that undermine its goals.

Mark Lister: Are you prepared for a Trump victory?

OPINION: If Trump wins another term, there are several takeaways for investors.

Comment: The challenges facing co-governance

The Rotorua co-governance discussion echoes broader debates within NZ and overseas.

Mark Lister: Comparing shares and property

OPINION: Experts suggest owning both asset types for balanced wealth creation.

Letters to the editor: Kudos to Rotorua Hospital staff

Opinion: Our readers have their say.

Mark Lister: Analysts predict brighter future for shares amid easing rates

OPINION: For these past four years New Zealand has been an underperformer.

Mark Lister: What 2025 could hold for the NZ dollar's fortunes

OPINON: Whether a stronger currency is good or not depends on your perspective.

Federal Reserve cuts rate by 0.50%: What it means for markets and inflation

OPINON: The Federal Reserve has started its easing cycle with a bang.

Mark Lister: Is now a good time to buy a house?

OPINION: The worst is behind us.