'No' vote leads to stormy day of trading
Greece’s “no” vote on austerity measures lead to a tumultuous day of trading across equity markets – including New Zealand and Australia.
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World shares fall overnight on Greek fears
World shares have slumped on concern Greece is headed for default and exit from the euro zone.
NZD falls to fresh low
The kiwi dollar has fallen gain, as the Greece debt crisis pushes investors into 'safe havens".
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Traders in the local currency are sensitive to suggestions that the Reserve Bank may intervene in the market to lower its value.
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Wall St moved lower overnight with European equities as the posturing between Greece and its international creditors continued.
NZ dollar rises from 5-year low
The New Zealand dollar rose from a five-year low as investors weighed up the outlook for the US economy and interest rate increases.
World shares consolidate overnight
Global shares traded in a narrow range overnight as investors assessed data pointing to a brighter outlook and awaited Greek bailout news.
NZ dollar hits fresh five-year low
The New Zealand dollar hit a fresh five-year low as traders firm up expectations for more interest rate cuts.
Wall St up as Greece, US deals bolster mood
Wall Street rose overnight, pushing the Nasdaq to a record, amid optimism Greece and its international lenders are finally nearing a deal.
NZ dollar jumps above 70 US cents
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Dollar little changed after dip in dairy prices
The dollar was little changed, holding below 70 US cents, after a relatively small decline in dairy prices.
NZ dollar slips against euro overnight
The NZ dollar has slipped against the euro as breakdown in Greek debt negotiations stoke fears it will leave the Euro.
Greek dance worries world share markets
Wall St moved lower overnight amid concern about the hardening of stances in talks between Greece and its international creditors as this month's deadline looms large.
NZ dollar falls below 70 US cents
The NZ dollar touched 69.41 US cents ahead of the New York close, the lowest level since July 2010.