WorldGovt confirms New Zealand in 'ongoing discussions' around reopening Strait of HormuzTrump faces pressure to end the war, which is unpopular even with much of his base.30 Apr 11:24 PM
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WorldUkraine kills 12 Russian FSB officers in drone strikeThe EU has approved a €90b loan that Volodymyr Zelenskyy says will fund weapons.23 Apr 07:05 PM
WorldTrump issues ‘shoot and kill’ order in Strait of HormuzThe US President vowed US ships would attack any vessel caught laying mines.23 Apr 06:48 PM
Herald NOW BusinessAre equity markets being far too sanguine? Phil Borkin - JBWere | Herald NOW BusinessDespite oil prices sitting above pre-conflict levels and the Strait of Hormuz still shut, global equity markets have rebounded strongly. What gives? Video / Herald NOW BusinessWatch23 Apr 06:17 PM
PoliticsFinance Minister Nicola Willis gives economic updateFinance Minister on Iran conflict: Economic recovery "delayed but not derailed". Video / Mark MitchellWatch23 Apr 02:12 AM
PremiumPremiumBusinessHoarding is driving energy prices higher everywhereNYT: Vulnerable countries are facing oil shortages as wealthy nations hoard supplies.23 Apr 01:11 AM
New ZealandHow rising fuel costs are rapidly changing what we driveEV registrations have nearly doubled on this time last year.22 Apr 05:00 AM
WorldStrait of Hormuz blockade drives up costs at Panama CanalDaily Panama Canal traffic rose from 34 ships in January to 37 in March.21 Apr 10:44 PM
LiveWorldMiddle East conflict live updates: Russia calls for US-Iran to continue ceasefireThe Kremlin wants a long-term diplomatic solution to be found in the ongoing crisis.20 Apr 05:59 PM
WorldIran warns of retaliation as US ship seizure derails Pakistan talks pushWTI oil jumped 7.5% and Brent crude climbed 6.5% amid rising tensions.20 Apr 02:47 AM
WorldIran: US has violated ceasefire and we will respondDonald Trump said American forces had 'blown a hole' in an Iranian vessel.20 Apr 12:46 AM
WorldIran closes Hormuz Strait again, as Trump warns against 'blackmail'There are just four days remaining before the end of the two-week ceasefire.18 Apr 06:08 PM
World'Fragile situation': Luxon meets with world leaders as Iran declares Hormuz openThe UK and France have agreed to lead a 'defensive' force to protect the Strait of Hormuz.17 Apr 08:10 PM
WorldPM Luxon to join 40 world leaders for Strait of Hormuz crisis talks Leaders from 40 countries, including UK and France, are set to attend.17 Apr 01:12 AM
EnergyChannel's 'no comment' on ExxonMobil NZ speculation Channel Infrastructure would not comment on the reported $500m deal.17 Apr 12:57 AM
OpinionMiddle East crisis exposes NZ to global fertiliser shock: Where is the plan?Gulf states now supply 36% of global urea exports, led by Iran, Qatar and Saudi Arabia.16 Apr 06:00 PM
New ZealandIs the Red Sea the world's next major trade chokepoint?The Front Page: Iran's threat to choke key shipping lanes could cripple Saudi oil exports.16 Apr 05:00 AM
World'Ferocious' fire at Australia oil refinery will hit fuel supply - and pricesThe Geelong refinery supplies 10% of Australia's fuel and 50% of Victoria's.15 Apr 11:59 PM
BusinessTo hike early or not to hike? The OCR debateEconomists are at odds as to how soon the Reserve Bank should lift the OCR.15 Apr 10:37 PM
WorldIran warns it'll block Red Sea if blockade continues; US sending thousands more troopsUS and Iran agree to return to negotiating table for second round of talks, reports say.15 Apr 10:32 PM
WorldIranian sea trade blocked as six ships forced to turn back, US military saysChina’s Guo Jiakun calls the US move ‘dangerous’ and a threat to the ceasefire.15 Apr 06:33 PM
AnalysisStrait of Hormuz blockade: The realities the US ignores at its perilANALYSIS: Donald Trump has ordered a blockade of the pivotal Strait of Hormuz.15 Apr 06:00 PM
WorldTrump says Iran talks may resume this week; more than 20 ships transit Strait of HormuzUS Navy permitting 'freedom of navigation' for vessels heading to neutral ports.15 Apr 02:58 AM
OpinionGreg Smith: What investors should watch nextOPINION: Energy shock risks and why upbeat KiwiSaver balances may be masking trouble.14 Apr 05:00 PM
