Banking and financeNZ's biggest bank boosts profit 24pcSustainable growth was among the reasons cited for raising profit.01 May 10:23 PM
Banking and finance'Paw-ternity leave' for pet-owners on riseCompanies are offering employees paid time off to look after their fur-babies.28 Apr 01:05 AM
OpinionDo young companies need a board to grow?COMMENT: Problems can rise in scaling start-ups into a larger sustainable company.27 Apr 11:19 PM
AirlinesWhich NZ firms have the best reputation?Which companies do Kiwis trust the most?25 Apr 05:03 PM
Small BusinessSME growth hits two-year high'It's been a solid start to 2017 with good growth prospects for small businesses.'20 Apr 06:56 PM
Banking and financeRadical changes coming to your bankBank branches the size of garden sheds staffed with baristas could be the future.06 Apr 07:15 PM
Banking and financeJob vacancies booming but wage increase yet to comeNew data from Trade Me sees more job vacancies - but the average wage is yet to rise05 Apr 11:59 PM
BDBDBanking and financeBusinesses optimistic in March quarterKiwi firms pared back their level of optimism in the first three months of the year.03 Apr 10:44 PM
TechnologyVoice technology to improve bank securityThe technology can tell the difference between identical twins and will help catch fraud.03 Apr 04:02 AM
Banking and financeOz stocks fall $32b on Trump worriesMarkets spooked by concern at US President Donald Trump's ability to deliver on plans.22 Mar 07:11 AM
Aged careSuper change: 'It gives people time'A 20-year wait in lifting the age for superannuation eligibility from 65 to 67 will give the country time to adjust to the change, say business commentators.06 Mar 04:00 PM
BDBDBanking and financeNZ business confidence slips in FebruaryNew Zealand business confidence slipped in February while remaining relatively optimistic.28 Feb 12:47 AM
Banking and financeWhen would banks give police your data?The country's biggest banks all have different positions on the circumstances under which they would give up your data to the authorities.20 Feb 04:53 AM
BDBDBanking and financeStrong earnings gain in NZ for ANZANZ New Zealand boosted first-quarter earnings 18 per cent, benefiting from cost-cutting and smaller hedging losses.16 Feb 10:34 PM
Banking and financeBank profits down first time in 7 yearsBank profits fell for the first time in seven years last year on the back of growing competition and a squeeze on bank margins.15 Feb 05:07 PM
New ZealandCar scam: Cash for some but still no carAn online car dealer who took deposits but failed to supply cars to at least 16 people has now paid refunds to at least three complainants.14 Feb 05:59 AM
Banking and financeParliament may back domestic violence leaveLabour and Act say they will back a Green Party proposal to give domestic violence victims up to 10 days' paid leave.13 Feb 05:13 AM
OpinionImproving board effectivenessCOMMENT: Boardroom conversation is an art form for some and a learned skill for others.12 Feb 11:14 PM
Banking and financeHousing shortfall reaches 60,000The gap between housing supply and demand in New Zealand is growing by 40 homes a day.12 Feb 08:43 PM
Small BusinessMP urges support for domestic violence leaveSupporters of a bill seeking to legislate for domestic violence leave are urging for it to be sent to select committee, saying victim's lives depend on it.12 Feb 04:00 PM
Banking and financeBiggest risks to the banksNew Zealand's big banks need to become simpler, smaller and better in tune with their customers to survive the big challenges facing 09 Feb 04:00 PM
Banking and financeRates could be put on hold for 2 yearsReserve Bank Governor Graeme Wheeler is expected to move his lips when he delivers his Monetary Policy statement on Thursday, but not much else.06 Feb 05:00 PM
OpinionDiana ClementDiana Clement: KiwiSaver break really not as goodThe word "holiday" gives the wrong impression that it's something good.28 Jan 04:00 PM
OpinionBrian GaynorFears over finance company saleCOMMENT: The sale of UDC Finance continues a disturbing trend over the past 30 years.28 Jan 06:00 AM
OpinionAre directors performing at their best?COMMENT: Governance cannot be that bad, given the growing interest in directorships from many individuals.23 Jan 11:06 PM
TechnologyDitch the wallet, buy by phoneCarrying a wallet full of credit and debit cards may soon be a thing of the past as more consumers sign up to pay-by-phone technology.21 Jan 04:00 PM
BDBDBanking and financeShares mixed as market stays quietA2 Milk jumps as Bellamy's cuts revenue forecast.11 Jan 04:12 PM
Banking and financeNZ's biggest finance firm sold to ChinaANZ Bank sold New Zealand's biggest finance company, UDC Finance, to Chinese logistics and financial services company.11 Jan 04:56 AM
BDBDBanking and financeANZ sells UDC Finance for $660 millionThe deal is subject to various approvals and is expected to be completed late in the second half of the year.10 Jan 09:03 PM
BDBDAged careOverseas trading buoys sharesWall Street set the tone for the Asian trading session04 Jan 04:00 PM
TechnologyFacing up to the synthetic foods challengeTelling the story of New Zealand's sustainable production system and naturalness will be critical in a world of increased competition 16 Dec 11:00 PM
BDBDBanking and financeANZ's UDC finance unit posts record profitANZ Bank New Zealand's UDC finance unit has posted a record annual profit, driven by booming car sales and strong growth in forestry, transport and construction.08 Dec 01:25 AM
Banking and financeNo Xmas $800 share bonus for ANZ staffTougher times in banking mean 5000 ANZ staff will miss out on an $800 share bonus this year.04 Dec 09:57 PM
BDBDBanking and financeNZ business confidence slipsNew Zealand business confidence fell in November as pessimistic manufacturers offset upbeat farmers, construction firms and service companies.30 Nov 01:21 AM
