Official Cash RateEconomy on the mend, but global threats loom, says NZIERNew forecasts from the NZIER say the economy is growing slowly this year and keep growing next year, but exports are threatened by a potential global slowdown. 31 Aug 01:00 AM
Official Cash RateLatest turmoil could hit local bank costs says BNZ The US and European sovereign debt crises will likely push up the cost of funding for NZ banks, the head of the BNZ says.07 Aug 08:00 PM
OpinionAmanda Morrall: How much rent can you afford?How much is too much to pay for rent?24 May 11:45 PM
EconomyParker: Christchurch facing 'glorious challenge'The Christchurch City Council has met for the first time since last month's quake, with Mayor Bob Parker saying the city "will have fight for its place in the sun again"...30 Mar 11:11 PM
EconomyPaying for Christchurch: Uncle Bob wants youThe Japan tsunami has derailed the Government's plan to put out the begging bowl to the world to pay for the rebuilding of Christchurch. 19 Mar 04:30 PM
BDBDOfficial Cash RateEarthquake flattens already weak economic outlook: NZIERThe economy will now barely grow at all in 2011, because of a "noxious mix" of spiking global petrol and food prices along with the impact of the second Christchurch earthquake, says NZIER.28 Feb 08:30 PM
Small BusinessNZIER 90-day research fatally flawed, says unionResearch showing the 90-day trial law had helped more people get work in small firms is 'fatally flawed' says the Council of Trade Unions.13 Feb 10:30 PM
BDBDOfficial Cash RateNZ business bouncing back, oh so slowly: NZIERThe economy rebounded in the December 2010 quarter, after contracting in September, according to the latest Quarterly Survey of Business Opinion.10 Jan 10:15 PM
BDBDOfficial Cash Rate<i>Dollar Outlook:</i> Kiwi faces heavy start to 2011 against greenbackThe New Zealand dollar faces pressure in its first full week of trading in 2011 as support for the greenback is bolstered by upbeat US data and renewed fears about European debt.10 Jan 01:00 AM
BDBDAgribusinessDairy dollar boosts Kiwi incomes - reportNew Zealand's 4.4m cows are providing 26pc of our exports, and the money earned flows right through the economy to urban communities, according to new research.07 Dec 09:20 PM
EconomyStruggling retailers up ante on dealsAppliance stores hit by dwindling sales are offering free televisions when customers buy refrigerators, and grocery vouchers when they buy ovens.31 Oct 04:30 PM
BDBDEmploymentEconomists trim NZ growth forecastsEconomists have wound back their expectations for NZ's recovery.20 Sep 11:00 PM
BDBDOfficial Cash RateQuake throws lifeline to building industry - Fletcher shares riseThe Christchurch earthquake is expected to provide a much-needed lifeline for NZ's beleaguered construction sector.06 Sep 02:30 AM
