BDBDBanking and financeNZ dollar falls as investors look for insightThe New Zealand dollar fell ahead of a speech by Federal Reserve chair Janet Yellen.15 Apr 06:12 AM
BDBDBanking and financeNZ dollar held its gainsThe New Zealand dollar held its gains of last week against the greenback before public statements by Federal Reserve chair Janet Yellen amid speculation she may clarify the central bank's view on the start of any interest rate hikes in the US.14 Apr 04:15 PM
BDBDEconomyNational house prices at record highHouse prices around the country have hit a new high with the median price now topping $440,000 but sales are down 10% on last year. (+infographic)10 Apr 10:00 PM
BDBDBanking and financeDollar falls against AussieThe Kiwi dollar extended its decline against its trans-Tasman counterpart after figures showed Australian unemployment unexpectedly fell last month.10 Apr 08:56 PM
BDBDEmployment'Stonking' business confidence, with a note of cautionBusiness confidence remains at multi-decade highs for the first three months of the year, although the strong upswing of previous quarters has flattened out07 Apr 10:28 PM
BDBDBanking and financeDollar holds ground on expectations of upbeat business confidence07 Apr 08:37 PM
BDBDBanking and financeDollar falls on lower dairy commodity pricesThe kiwi was the worst performing currency tracked by Reuters overnight, falling as low 85.45 US cents after rising as high as 87 cents earlier this week.02 Apr 08:17 PM
Banking and financeAust businesses urge caution on interest ratesAustralian business groups are urging the Reserve Bank to exercise caution before considering raising interest rates, given improving signs in the economy are not yet widespread.01 Apr 11:10 PM
Banking and financeIMF says kiwi dollar overvaluedThe New Zealand dollar is overvalued by between 5 and 15 per cent, the International Monetary Fund reckons.31 Mar 03:15 PM