CompaniesJitters see Carters float shelvedPlans for a sharemarket float of the Carters building supplies chain have been shelved amid ongoing market volatility that saw stocks tumble on exchanges from New Zealand to Japan yesterday.29 Sep 04:00 PM
BDBDCompaniesCarters IPO shelvedCarter Holt Harvey, owned by Graeme Hart's Rank Group, has shelved plans for an IPO in its Carters building supplies business.29 Sep 01:45 AM
Banking and financeForex firm appeals FMA deregistrationAn Auckland forex trading firm owned by a Pakistani national is challenging its deregistration by the FMA.29 Sep 12:30 AM
AgribusinessBeef exports hit record $3bBeef exports have hit $3 billion - a record high, driven by international shortages, rising local production, and a falling New Zealand dollar, Statistics NZ said.28 Sep 04:00 PM
BDBDCompaniesEmployment outlook takes a dipNew Zealand employment confidence turned pessimistic in the third quarter and fell to a three-year low.28 Sep 04:00 PM
AgribusinessJoyce bullish on new China dealsSteven Joyce doesn't want the Lochinver decision to cast a shadow over our relationship with China.27 Sep 09:31 PM
OpinionChristopher NiescheChristopher Niesche: Myer dragged through the mireChristopher Niesche writes: Myers is a far cry from the founder's early success story as 'mum-and-dad' retail investors head for the exits.27 Sep 08:17 PM
CompaniesDead-letter day arrives for Australia Post groupAustralia Post's survival hinges on its parcel business after the national postal service notched up its first loss in more than 30 years.27 Sep 04:00 PM
AgribusinessLochinver battle: China strikes backChinese billlionaire's company brings in the lawyers over New Zealand's decision to veto an $88 million bid to buy Lochinver station.27 Sep 04:00 PM
OpinionBrian FallowInflation? It's a mystery to manyAmong inflation-targeting central banks, it is essential for inflation expectations to remain anchored to their inflation targets, writes Brian Fallow. Credibility on that point is their stock in trade.24 Sep 09:55 PM
OpinionStock Takes: Duke 'still keen' on KathmanduWhat's next for Briscoe Group and its managing director Rod Duke?24 Sep 05:00 PM
AgribusinessDishing up export opportunitiesA business connection made over lunch has dished up an opportunity for Southland beef and lamb in the Chinese city of Xi'an.24 Sep 05:00 PM
OpinionMark Lister: Migration a blessing or curseMigration can be a double-edged sword, says investment adviser Mark Lister.23 Sep 07:15 PM
CompaniesKFC, Carl's Jr sales soarSales are up for Restaurant Brands, with even Starbucks up alongside its KFC and Carl's Jnr stablemates.22 Sep 11:45 PM
CompaniesVW claims NZ clear as scandal growsVolkswagen shares have plunged and its chief executive is in the gun after it was revealed the car company rigged its diesel vehicles to cheat emissions tests.22 Sep 05:00 PM
BDBDConstructionAllegro eyes listing for Carpet CourtAllegro Funds is optimistic its latest New Zealand investment, Carpet Court, is a candidate for potential listing.21 Sep 05:00 PM
AgribusinessSilver Fern hits road to Chinese buy-inSilver Fern Farms embarked on a roadshow to sell farmers on bringing in China's Shanghai Maling Aquarius as a shareholder in its newly formed venture.21 Sep 05:00 PM
BDBDBanking and financeNZ stocks caught up in global sell-offNew Zealand shares fell in a global sell-off yesterday, as investors were cautious about economic growth.21 Sep 05:00 PM
CompaniesReturns dip but sharemarket bulls still runningIt's premature to call an end to the bull market, but do investors need to pare back their return expectations?20 Sep 01:00 PM
OpinionStock Takes: Natural world a profit centreCynics might view vitamins and supplements as little more than snake oil, but Australasian investors are taking a bullish view on the natural products sector's growth prospects, particularly in China.17 Sep 05:00 PM
Banking and financeWatchdog warns of global debt crisisThe only global body to sound major warnings ahead of 2008 is worried debt levels have again reached extreme levels.16 Sep 01:09 AM
OpinionFran O'SullivanFran O'Sullivan: Offer co-op can't refuseIt will put Silver Fern Farms in a strong position, writes Fran O'Sullivan. But that won't stop the emotion over the injection of Chinese ownership into a company that other players were endeavouring to keep NZ controlled.15 Sep 09:38 PM
AgribusinessChina money eats meat industry debt mountainSilver Fern Farms says $261m Chinese input will help meat processor forge ahead with a growth strategy.15 Sep 07:45 PM
