PremiumPremiumAgribusiness'Marked improvement': Synlait's recovery sees major earnings liftSynlait expects an annual net loss of $27m to $40m, down from a $182.1m loss in 2024.29 Jul 10:33 PM
PremiumPremiumEmploymentConstruction jobs down more than 12,000 in a year, more youth out of work'Once you're out, it's hard to get back in' – but an economist says one region's thriving.28 Jul 05:44 AM
WorldOver 3000 Boeing workers reject new contract, strikes loomBoeing workers in Missouri and Illinois rejected the company's contract offer.27 Jul 10:32 PM
WorldEU strikes trade deal with US, averts 30% tariffs threatThe EU will face 15% tariffs on exports to the US, avoiding a trade war.27 Jul 10:19 PM
PremiumPremiumAgribusiness reportNew Zealand's sporting chance to boost trade with IndiaSports diplomacy is not just a government concern, businesses can also benefit.23 Jul 10:04 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionAnne GibsonProperty Insider: Why Fletcher Building is selling its $60m Penrose siteOPINION: After 52 years making Gib in Penrose, Winstone Wallboards' 5ha site is for sale.21 Jul 09:00 PM
PremiumPremiumManufacturingElectric motorbike maker Ubco saved by rich-list familiesThe company will stay in Mount Maunganui.21 Jul 08:32 PM
WorldItaly cracks down on sweatshops supplying Armani and DiorAbout 20% of Lombardy’s 10,000-plus textile workshops and factories are Chinese-owned.21 Jul 06:00 PM
PremiumPremiumPropertyOn The Up: 'For mum or dad' - transportable homes are retirement village alternativesFamilies with extra ground on their properties are buying small homes for ageing parents.20 Jul 09:00 PM
PremiumPremiumConstructionNick Mowbray's vision for cut-price homes - and when company could launchZuru has invested more in this venture than its consumer goods division.18 Jul 06:00 AM
Property'We're saying no' – house-building boss on timber price hikesNew Zealand's busiest house builder v timber giant on price rises planned from October 1.17 Jul 05:07 AM
PremiumPremiumManufacturing'Deserves a second chance': New Zealand firm revives East ImperialThe new manufacturer is a family-owned business which makes many other popular drinks.13 Jul 11:00 PM
New ZealandTransforming waste into eco-friendly fruit traysHawk's trays are used by NZ & Australian producers to export apples and avocados globally.11 Jul 05:00 PM
AgribusinessAustralian regulator clears Lactalis' proposed acquisition of Fonterra businessesThe ACCC found the acquisition unlikely to lessen competition in Victoria and Tasmania. 10 Jul 12:48 AM
PremiumPremiumEnergyMercury inks long-term power deal to support NZ packaging giantThe deal will support Mercury to build more renewable power generation.08 Jul 12:35 AM
New ZealandEnd of an era: Kinleith workers mark closureWorkers gathered in Tokoroa after a chapter of 71 years closed on June 30.07 Jul 11:46 PM
PremiumPremiumRetailKiwi beverage maker leaves $7m in unpaid debtsLiquidators recovered $370,646 from assets, but many creditors remain unpaid.06 Jul 09:20 PM
New ZealandOn The Up: McKay leads Samoa's green transport with solar-powered electric catamaransThe five solar and battery-powered electric boats will be built in Whangārei and Samoa.04 Jul 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumPoliticsSpecial tax change for fossil fuel companies was proposed ahead of BudgetMinisters opted to instead set money aside for stakes in new gas fields instead.03 Jul 04:50 AM
New ZealandLast paper machine shuts at Kinleith, 150 jobs lost in major transitionThe Kinleith mill's last paper machine has stopped, cutting about 150 jobs.29 Jun 10:09 PM
AirlinesAlaska Airlines 737 blowout: Probe points blame at Boeing, federal officialsA 737 Max fuselage panel broke free shortly after takeoff in January 2024.25 Jun 06:32 AM
BusinessHow US trade policies are driving toy prices to record highsToy prices rose a record 2.2% between April and May, far outpacing inflation.24 Jun 11:07 PM
PremiumPremiumBusinessDanone's NZ profits surge, dividend doubles to $19.8m Revenue increased 32% to $591.99m.24 Jun 05:00 AM
PremiumPremiumSmall BusinessOn The Up: A royal new venture with King Bees HoneyCate and Mike King talk to Tom Raynel about their new business King Bees Honey.22 Jun 05:00 PM
GDPStronger-than-expected GDP signals no rate cut in JulyThe Reserve Bank had forecast 0.4% gross domestic product growth for the first quarter.19 Jun 02:01 AM
PremiumPremiumRetailAsahi’s zombie company: The Better Drinks Co posts 10th consecutive lossThe company made another multimillion-dollar loss as Asahi struggles to keep it afloat.17 Jun 11:59 PM
WorldVietnam lawmakers abolish district-level governmentThey merged provinces, cutting nearly 80,000 jobs.16 Jun 05:27 AM
BusinessHoney Puffs and Weeties come to an end; crafty pensioner who stockpiled 36 boxesSanitarium farewells some iconic cereals that have been produced for up to eight decades.12 Jun 06:00 AM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand60 jobs gone: Ballance boss tells of 'very difficult' announcement 'I really feel for all those impacted by this decision, including their wider families.'06 Jun 08:31 PM
PremiumPremiumManufacturingNZ manufacturers record strongest quarter in seven yearsThe only sector to report a decline in revenue was clothing, footwear and accessories.05 Jun 05:00 PM
PoliticsWorkSafe shake-up starts with hotline for ‘overzealous’ road cone useRoad cone hotline for public to report excessive cone use launches today.02 Jun 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumManufacturingOne of our newest knights and his incredible backstory of creating a $660m company in his garage'I don’t care if it’s Martha Stewart or the bloody Pope. I’m not taking [Made in NZ] off.'02 Jun 05:23 AM
Retail'Pretty special': Sistema founder's surprise at receiving knighthoodPlus: Several other prominent business people have been honoured.01 Jun 05:02 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionLiam DannLiam Dann: Town v Country – Big cities left behind in economic recoveryOPINION: A two-speed economy is developing which could cause headaches for the RBNZ.31 May 05:00 PM