EconomyOfficials find lack of faith in Abenomics disturbingJapan's program of monetary stimulus, fiscal stimulus, and structural reforms hasn't created as much growth as proponents hoped it would.15 Aug 01:40 AM
EconomyHouse prices picked to keep risingRising interest rates have yet to dent people's expectations that house prices will continue to rise over the year ahead, especially in Auckland and Canterbury.14 Aug 05:00 PM
Banking and financeGerman yields near 1pc as Japan-style risks growECB reluctance to adopt full-scale quantitative-easing policies is prompting German comparisons with Japan's stagnation over the past 15 years.13 Aug 04:20 AM
BDBDEconomyHouse sales down across New ZealandHouse sales fell 13 per cent in July as winter cooled the appetite of house hunters, but the national median price is still up $31,000 from a year earlier.12 Aug 03:35 AM
BDBDEconomyProperty values up, but at a slower pace - QVRising interest rates, LVR restrictions and the onset of winter have taken the heat out of the housing market, according to just released QV figures.07 Aug 12:17 AM