AgribusinessEconomy grows despite woesPopulation growth, construction and tourism offset declines in NZ dairy prices.01 Mar 04:00 PM
AgribusinessTechnology could unwind decade-long trend in tradeTo the extent that robots become a less expensive input than labor in the production process, multinationals will be encouraged to "onshore" output to move it closer to their customer bases.29 Feb 05:10 PM
BDBDAgribusinessTrade surplus surpriseNew Zealand unexpectedly posted a trade surplus last month as exports rose more than forecast, with higher shipments of wood, dairy and fruit.26 Feb 08:56 PM
AgribusinessObama optimistic about TPPPresident Barack Obama told governors Monday that he remains "cautiously optimistic" that Congress will approve a sweeping trade deal with 11 Pacific Rim nations this year.22 Feb 11:00 PM
AgribusinessDark clouds loom for Ports of AucklandExcess supply in industry augurs tough six months.22 Feb 04:00 PM
BDBDAgribusinessPorts of Auckland lifts first-half profit 9.5pcPorts of Auckland posted a 9.5 percent increase in first-half profit as the country's third-biggest port slashed its maintenance bill.22 Feb 12:30 AM
BusinessTop tips for Kiwi business in IranNZ Trade and Enterprise has released a new set of guidelines for doing business with post-sanctions Iran.22 Feb 12:20 AM
EditorialEditorial: US elections take adverse turn for NZThreats to tear up Trans-Pacific Partnership have damaging implications for our trade.12 Feb 04:00 PM
BusinessPeru trade minister answers TPP criticsMagali Silva says small countries need to enter mega-regional agreements to thrive, writes Fran O'Sullivan.08 Feb 09:20 PM
BusinessTPP high on Parliament's agendaFierce debate that surrounded the TPP signing will move to Parliament today as the Government starts the process to ratify the huge trade deal08 Feb 04:30 PM
BusinessFran O'Sullivan: Welcome for NZ's new man in WashingtonUnited States Trade Representative Mike Froman has rolled out a welcome mat to newbie ambassador to the US, Tim Groser.05 Feb 04:00 PM
AgribusinessStan Walker speaks out against TPPMusic sensation Stan Walker has spoken out against supporting the Trans-Pacific Partnership (TPP).03 Feb 06:40 AM
OpinionRaybon Kan: TPP - what could go wrong?Free study far easier to boast about than secretive trade deal that prioritises multinationals.02 Feb 08:30 PM
BusinessFocus already on expanding TPPAs nations gather in Auckland to sign giant trade deal, NZ eyes role as secretariat to steer in more members.02 Feb 04:00 PM
OpinionWaitangi grandstanding wasted opportunity for MaoriThis year's Waitangi "issue" has been selected. It has been determined that the TPP is the most pressing issue on the Maori agenda, writes Jon Stokes.02 Feb 04:00 PM
OpinionMaking world safe for big businessBenefits from tariff cuts under the TPP trade pact will amount to a mere $40 a year for every New Zealander, writes Tim Hazledine.02 Feb 04:00 PM
BusinessLobbyists plump for TPP in open letter to KeyBusiness and industry group leaders have lent their support to the TPP free trade agreement in an open letter to Prime Minister John Key.01 Feb 04:00 PM
AgribusinessBeijing seeks to restrict formula brandsAsia's biggest economy looks to limit manufacturers to three labels and impose stricter safety procedures.01 Feb 04:00 PM
EconomyMaori see TPP benefits, risksSome Maori business leaders say there are risks with the TPP, but people should look at it again to see the benefits it offers for the Maori economy.01 Feb 04:00 PM
OpinionCharles Finny: TPP deserves praise from Maori, not condemnationFormer MP Hone Harawira has stated some complete falsehoods about Trans Pacific Partnership, Maori and the Treaty of Waitangi, wirtes Charles Finny.31 Jan 04:00 PM
OpinionFran O'SullivanFran O'Sullivan: Tune up for trade pactsTrade liberalisation is an ongoing process and there is still much for NZ to aim for.31 Jan 04:00 PM
OpinionStephen Jacobi: What Labour's not seeing in TPP dealIn an open letter to Andrew Little, Stephen Jacobi argues Labour should take closer look at the TPP deal.31 Jan 04:00 PM
AgribusinessTPP: Here's what the world is sayingHere's what the international media think of the Trans-Pacific Partnership (TPP).27 Jan 11:00 PM
AgribusinessPM: We're eyeing up surplus Crown landThe Government is eyeing up surplus Crown land to boost Auckland's chronic land supply shortage.26 Jan 11:30 PM
BusinessTPP national assessment analysis releasedThe release comes two weeks earlier than expected in a bid to counter opposition.25 Jan 10:20 PM
EconomyKeep calm and carry on - analystsLocal fund managers are not pushing the panic button despite plunging world sharemarkets and plummeting oil prices.21 Jan 04:00 PM
BusinessPM will back TPP on maraePrime Minister John Key says he will promote the merits of the TPP free trade agreement on the lower marae at Waitangi.21 Jan 04:00 PM
AgribusinessTPP ministers to sign deal at SkyCitySky City's been named as the location for Asia Pacific trade ministers to sign the Trans Pacific Partnership deal on February 4.20 Jan 09:30 PM
EconomyWhy cheap oil is not an economic blessingThere are two different flavors of "supply side" economics.20 Jan 06:00 PM
EconomyGlobal survey reveals bosses' fears about year aheadNew research has revealed a gloomy outlook among chief executives, particularly about growing geopolitical risks.19 Jan 04:00 PM
EconomyIran's back, but goalposts have shiftedIt won't be business as usual for Iranian oil exporters. Much has happened since sanctions were tightened.17 Jan 07:43 PM
BDBDBusinessJapanese firm plans $23m Otago sawmilling expansionThe New Zealand forestry unit of Japan's Oji Group plans to invest $23 million to consolidate and expand capacity at its sawmilling and drying facilities in Otago.15 Jan 10:42 PM
