BusinessWhy home loan applicants might face an extra waitSome banks have paused pre-approvals, pushing new applications into early 2026.22 Dec 11:59 PM
PremiumBanking and financeNew Zealand's biggest 30 financial institutions rankedMotor Trade Finance debuts at rank 27 with assets of $1228m.22 Dec 04:00 PM
PremiumOpinionNadine HigginsNadine Higgins: How to get your money and mindset ready for a bumpy 2026OPINION: From survive to thrive: Small money moves to make 2026 work for you.20 Dec 08:00 PM
PremiumAgribusinessASB cuts milk price forecast to $9.20 after another weak dairy auction17 Dec 04:04 AM
BusinessAnother bank hikes mortgage rates by massive 30 basis pointsLonger-term mortgage rates are marching back up.11 Dec 09:57 PM
PremiumPremiumBusinessASB quietly stops offering some mortgage rate discountsBank's move comes as Westpac increases its mortgage and term deposit rates.11 Dec 07:16 AM
PremiumPremiumAnalysisLiam DannInside Economics: Why fixed mortgage rates are headed up already after Reserve Bank cuts ANALYSIS: Liam Dann takes a deeper dive into the week's economic news.09 Dec 05:00 PM
Herald NOWHerald NOW panel debateHerald NOW panel debates: Social media ban; Māori health authority disestablishment; ASB forecast.Watch07 Dec 08:35 PM
PremiumPremiumBusinessLast of the bad news? NZ set for economic revival in 2026 – what's fuelling the optimism?There are clear signs New Zealand's recovery is gathering pace, ASB economists say.07 Dec 04:00 PM
New ZealandDancing Queens: Kiwi leaders unexpectedly light up conference stage Christopher Luxon attended after opening New Zealand's first Ikea today.04 Dec 02:33 AM
Herald NOWMarket mood lifts: Kiwis more upbeat on house pricesASB’s Nick Tuffley explains what’s driving renewed optimism. Video / Herald NowWatch30 Nov 06:07 PM
Property'Milestone' - Stride to redevelop North Wharf on city's waterfrontSites to be redeveloped: hospitality on ground floors, offices above, two to three levels.25 Nov 07:36 PM
PremiumPremiumAucklandRemuera financier acquitted of money laundering in $800k scamJudge Paul Murray said the evidence was 'murky' but Michael Sperry's guilt was not proven.21 Nov 11:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandFury as Auckland professional avoids jail for role in $2m fraudThe Beca costings expert had been earning $200k a year plus bonuses.17 Nov 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumRetail‘Simply a victim of the economy’: Plant-based firm Grater Goods in liquidationFounder Clare 'Flip' Grater says the company was a victim of the weak economy.13 Nov 01:00 AM
BusinessASB’s latest legal fight adds to mounting regulatory troublesThe Commerce Commission alleges ASB has breached lending laws.12 Nov 02:23 AM
BusinessFMA files market manipulation case for trading of Steel and Tube sharesMarket watchdog alleges orders lacked a genuine commercial purpose.05 Nov 10:30 PM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand'I get paid a lot of money': Banker's $2m salary doubles over yearThe chief executive of Westpac's salary is 55 times the average Kiwi's. 05 Nov 03:57 AM
PremiumPremiumAnalysisLiam DannLiam Dann: ‘The worst is behind’ – Why economists see signs of turning point despite ugly job statsANALYSIS: Economists say the latest labour market data won't worry the Reserve Bank.05 Nov 02:22 AM
New ZealandBank introduces lowest advertised mortgage rate on the marketThe move puts it ahead of its competitors, which are offering one-year rates of 4.49%. 28 Oct 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumBusinessWhat’s at stake as Fonterra farmers decide fate of $4.2b Lactalis dealThe deal would see Fonterra’s Anchor and Mainland brands sold to Lactalis.27 Oct 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumPersonal FinanceKiwiSaver hits milestone moment — which are the top performing funds now?One KiwiSaver provider had an especially strong September quarter.22 Oct 11:00 PM
New ZealandBank cuts fixed-term mortgage rate with now-lowest 18-month dealIt comes a week and a half after the Reserve Bank cut the OCR down to 2.5%. 20 Oct 05:29 AM
BusinessControversial law change will no longer benefit ANZ in class actionGovernment strikes middle ground, as it retrospectively changes the CCCFA.19 Oct 09:00 PM
PremiumPremiumBusinessFintechs cheer open banking breakthrough - but key move still hangs in the balanceA good start, but less than halfway there.19 Oct 06:00 PM
PremiumPremiumInflationBad news for the Reserve Bank as inflation tipped to top 3%Stats CPI data key for next interest rate call.19 Oct 04:00 PM