AirlinesMerger generates giant air networkUnited Continental's airline network map looks like an atlas attacked by a crayon-wielding 2-year-old. 09 Jan 04:30 PM
Official Cash RateRatings agency confirms 'heartland' bank ratingsThe new 'heartland bank' formed by Canterbury Building Society and Souther Cross will come into being tomorrow, with an investment grade crdit rating and NZX listing expected next month.05 Jan 08:00 PM
EconomyChinese company bid for PGG WrightsonChinese agricultural company Agria Corp is aiming to lift its shareholding in PGG Wrightson from the current 19 per cent to a majority stake in a bid with New Hope Group, one of China's largest agricultural and food corporations.23 Dec 10:13 PM
ConstructionCrane rejects Fletcher's $1b takeover offerCrane Group has told its shareholders to reject Fletcher Building's A$740 million ($989 million) takeover bid.19 Dec 11:20 PM
BDBDRetailMichael Hill family renews push for controlThe family of Michael Hill International's founder has renewed its attempt to take control of the jewellery chain.19 Dec 09:30 PM
BusinessCSR $2.3b sale going aheadNew Zealand regulators have given the nod to the sale of CSR's sugar and energy business, Sucrogen, to Asianagribusiness Wilmar International for A$1.75 billion ($2.3 billion).15 Dec 05:20 PM
ConstructionTarget wary of surprise Fletcher bidAnalysts mixed on wisdom of Crane takeover.15 Dec 04:30 PM
BDBDOfficial Cash RateChina adds to positive tone on world marketsEquities on Wall Street began the final five-day trading week of the year on a positive note amid takeover news and optimism about the global economy.13 Dec 06:45 PM
