World'Harrowing': The country that just issued man rare death sentenceA man 'seriously endangered national security'. Now his actions will cost him his life.06 Nov 06:46 AM
PremiumPremiumBusinessChina to hash out stimulus plan with American elections in its sightsTop lawmakers have so far refrained from unveiling a figure for the long-awaited stimulus.04 Nov 05:31 AM
New ZealandFrozen velvet exports to China set to resumeMPI and China’s customs authorities have been negotiating the issue since late 2023.04 Nov 02:00 AM
PremiumPremiumBusinessFisher & Paykel Appliances gets giant new $76m East Tāmaki warehouseBusiness has strong links to local community, having its HQ at East Tāmaki for decades.03 Nov 10:31 PM
PremiumPremiumBusinessZespri's grim warning over rogue Chinese production of NZ gold kiwifruitPirate kiwifruit: Zespri challenged in identifying where the fruit is going.31 Oct 09:06 PM
PremiumPremiumBusinessVolkswagen to close at least 3 German plants, cut thousands of jobsFinancial Times: The first closure of domestic plants in the company’s 87-year history.28 Oct 06:20 PM
PremiumPremiumCommoditiesChina's protein consumption has changed – RabobankRabobank says protein exporters need to adapt to changing consumer trends in China.27 Oct 02:00 AM
WorldTaiwan President 'won't yield an inch' in defence of island's territoryChina maintains military pressure on Taipei to accept its claim of sovereignty.25 Oct 06:05 AM
New ZealandCompany director 'blackmails' employee for $1.2m after he allegedly stole $400kJustice Lang said Hua Wu signed an agreement under duress – but took too long to complain.20 Oct 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumBusinessInside look: Mowbrays' Zuru expands Chinese factory to make big confectionary pushZuru's Henry Gordon talks about its plans to take on Kinder Surprise.18 Oct 02:34 AM
Business'Skyrocketing' rise of Temu revealed in new figuresTemu received a zero in the Baptist World Aid Ethical Fashion Report.17 Oct 12:32 AM
PremiumPremiumWorldKilling of Japanese boy leaves Chinese asking: Is this my country?New York Times: Stabbing of Japanese boy in China sparks outrage over rising nationalism.15 Oct 06:00 AM
PremiumPremiumBusinessTrio of economists wins Nobel Prize for work on wealth of nationsFinancial Times: Three commended for advancing understanding of inequality.14 Oct 06:10 PM
WorldChina military encircles Taiwan in 'warning' drillsBeijing has not ruled out using force to bring Taiwan under its control.14 Oct 04:52 AM
PremiumPremiumBanking and financeChina to borrow more to shore up economy, boost banksFinancial Times: Minister of Finance Lan Fo'an gave few details on the amount of funding.13 Oct 03:00 AM
PremiumPremiumAgribusinessZespri’s case against illegal gold kiwifruit planting goes to new court'Pirated plantings' in global kiwifruit marketer's case.09 Oct 11:30 PM
PremiumPremiumBanking and financeBattery makers aim to ease EV anxieties with 5-minute chargeFinancial Times: Industry says superfast charging for electric cars is on its way.08 Oct 07:22 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionLiam DannInside Economics: Could petrol prices and AI bubbles ruin the economic recovery?The global economy is on a roll with strong US data and China stimulus ... can it last?08 Oct 04:00 PM
New ZealandWomen's secret marriage ends with a court battle over $1m house and luxury carThe court found a 50/50 spilt of their property would be 'repugnant to justice'.06 Oct 03:00 AM
New ZealandIs Temu a threat to security? NZ officials won't sayUS lawmakers have sought an FBI briefing over whether Temu is a risk to national security.05 Oct 12:20 AM
PremiumPremiumBusinessMarket Watch: ‘Melt-up’ - what’s behind the record breaking stock surgeMiddle-East conflict aside, economic optimism is sweeping the world.02 Oct 10:42 PM
PremiumPremiumMood of the BoardroomPrime Minister Christopher Luxon finds right balance on geopolitical tightropePM Luxon has repositioned New Zealand closer to traditional security partners.02 Oct 03:59 PM
PremiumPremiumMood of the Boardroom‘Our two biggest trading partners at war would be a nightmare'Any disruption to China's trade with NZ would have far-reaching effects.02 Oct 03:59 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionMiles Hurrell: Fonterra on a mission to strengthen trade tiesOPINION: Strong trade relationships are vital to his co-op’s success.02 Oct 03:59 PM
Mood of the BoardroomMood of the Boardroom: Barfoot & Thompson’s Peter Thompson on rising insurance costsPlus the three biggest worries held by the real estate boss.02 Oct 03:59 PM
PremiumPremiumMood of the Boardroom'Smart, strategic and vital to our interests': Winston Peters ‘in his sweet spot'CEOs laud Peters ‘the best Foreign Minister New Zealand has ever had’.02 Oct 03:59 PM
PremiumPremiumMood of the BoardroomNZ CEOs reveal their preferences for the next US PresidentMany highlight their support for Vice-President Kamala Harris ‘best of bad options'.02 Oct 04:00 AM
PremiumPremiumEconomyChinese stocks surge 8.5% in best day since 2008Financial Times: Investors bet rally which began with Beijing’s stimulus package has legs.01 Oct 01:10 AM
PremiumPremiumLetters to the EditorLetters: Who made David Seymour boss of education?OPINION: 'What is the Minister of Education doing – in fact, who is the minister?'30 Sep 04:00 PM
New ZealandWoman's knife attack on ex-husband's new lover leads to prison and fight to stay in NZDonglan Wu is serving five years but has avoided deportation on humanitarian grounds.28 Sep 04:41 AM
PremiumPremiumOpinionFran O'SullivanFran O’Sullivan: How do we get China in the door?OPINION: Hurdles faced by Chinese firms and tourists are hampering bilateral relations.27 Sep 05:00 PM
AgribusinessAn acquisition for a2? Stock goes into trading haltTrade in a2 Milk shares has gone on hold pending an announcement.27 Sep 05:10 AM
PoliticsChina’s spy agency accuses NZ of ‘harassment’, ‘intimidation’ of Chinese citizensSIS confirms it has engaged with individuals connected with certain front organisations.27 Sep 02:21 AM
New ZealandChina launch of missile to the South Pacific 'concerning' - Winston PetersIt's the first time China has launched a missile into the Pacific in the past 44 years.26 Sep 09:13 AM