PremiumPremiumBanking and financeNZ banks expected to weather Covid-19 storm but risks remainBut risks remain from the pandemic lasting longer and delays in a vaccine.15 Jul 05:00 PM
BDBDBanking and financeNZ banks' credit losses to rise to 12x 2019 level - S&PA contracting economy and rising unemployment will affect banks' asset quality metrics.10 Jul 12:42 AM
PremiumPremiumBanking and financeThe end of face-to-face banking? Covid lockdown hastens branch closuresMore than 30 branches have closed since March 26.03 Jul 05:00 PM
Banking and financeBank profits dropped 20pc in March quarter, full impact still to be revealedA significant increase in impaired assets has dragged down bank profits.02 Jul 06:00 PM
BDBDBanking and financeMortgage wars should spark boost to lendingMortgage lending was slashed to about half of normal levels last month due to Covid-19.27 May 10:34 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionJenny Ruth: RBNZ's awkward about-face on bank capital rulesThe new bank capital rules have been deferred until July 1 next year.26 May 10:46 PM
PremiumPremiumBanking and financeLike Y2K again: Banks get ready for negative interest ratesBanks have to check everything from their legal documents to technology systems.25 May 05:37 AM
New ZealandWorking from home goes on for thousands of corporate workersIt'll be a slow return to the office for many of those working for corporates.14 May 07:18 AM
PremiumPremiumBanking and financeWhat bank bosses want to see in Budget 2020What do bank bosses want to see in the Budget to help business?13 May 07:22 PM
Banking and financeTwo more major banks ditch chequesNumber of customers using cheques has been steadily declining over the past five years.12 May 11:05 PM
PremiumPremiumBanking and financeS&P expects NZ banks' Covid-19 losses to peak at $4.7bSimilar comments made about Australia's four major banks, which own NZ's 'big four'.12 May 10:48 PM
PremiumPremiumBanking and financeRevealed: Just $23m of $6.25b Govt-backed loans made by banksTake-up of the Business Finance Guarantee Scheme has been slow.08 May 05:58 AM
Banking and financeBNZ boss defends banking sector after govt criticismBNZ boss Angela Mentis says banks are playing their part to keep businesses going.07 May 07:32 PM
PremiumPremiumBanking and financeBNZ accused of sabotage by former business partnerClaims of deceit and conspiring against the company behind failed Swipe HQ.05 May 05:40 AM
Banking and financeNZ banks defend Covid-19 response after criticismNZs banks have 'blown the chance' to show customers they care during the crisis.04 May 08:45 PM
PremiumPremiumBanking and financeProperty lifeline: More than 100,000 Kiwis taking mortgage reliefNew data shows more than 100,000 households are seeking mortgage relief from their bank.29 Apr 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumSmall BusinessBNZ boss: Businesses in better shape than post GFCBNZ's latest half year result took a Covid-19 hit but the CEO remains confident.28 Apr 05:55 AM
BDBDBanking and financeBNZ reports cash earnings of $562 million in six monthsDirectors to donate 20 per cent of their fees for the next six months to charities27 Apr 03:30 AM
PremiumPremiumBanking and financeNew numbers show Kiwis rushing to banks for mortgage helpThe number of New Zealanders seeking help from their bank to pay the mortgage has surged.08 Apr 05:00 PM
Banking and financeBanks get credit rating downgrade on tough economyTougher economic conditions has seen Fitch lower Australian bank ratings by one notch07 Apr 09:44 PM
PremiumPremiumBanking and financeHow business is trying to survive the pandemicThis one key move might help many businesses stay afloat.02 Apr 04:46 AM
PremiumPremiumBanking and financeBNZ takes a more cautious approach to judging company solvency"Our obligations to ensure we are lending responsibly don't change', the bank said.01 Apr 12:39 AM
Banking and financeCoronavirus: 10,000 plus Kiwis seek home-loan reliefThousands of people have asked about taking a home-loan holiday.30 Mar 04:46 AM
Banking and financeBank call centres overloaded, customers complain of two-hour waitBanks are still working through details of the government's six month mortgage relief.25 Mar 04:38 AM
Banking and financeCoronavirus: Bank waives contactless debit fee for small businessesOne bank has moved as pressure mounts over contactless payment as a health issue.18 Mar 06:53 PM
BDBDBanking and financeNZ bank credit losses will rise from low levelsBanks are well-placed to weather the coronavirus fallout, S&P says.17 Mar 06:36 PM
PremiumPremiumBanking and financeBank to virus-hit firms: Ring us sooner rather than laterIf you are in trouble call us now says bank boss.12 Mar 04:33 AM
PremiumPremiumBanking and financeInside a multi-million-dollar, eight-year divorce scrapSarah Sparks split from Greg Olliver eight years ago - and now it's heading to court.06 Mar 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumBanking and financeProperty developer's trust shows $15m after $93m debt dealA property developer's trust had $15m just years after a deal over $93m in debt.06 Mar 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandProperty developer's 'bad faith' in 'acrimonious' divorce caseA court found a property developer acted in "bad faith" trying to control ex-wife's debts.05 Mar 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumBanking and financeWhy bank advertising has skyrocketedWhy big banks are spending up large to get your attention.26 Feb 04:00 PM
Banking and financeThe great NZ money industry: Banks make $5.71 billionBank profits have fallen slightly in the last year.18 Feb 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumBanking and financeCredit card wars: Who really pays the price?Switching card companies is a hassle for consumers but could be a win for banks.07 Feb 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumBanking and financeContinuous Disclosure: BNZ float more wishful thinking, going for goldThere is appetite for a bank float but is there desire to sell it?23 Jan 10:00 PM