BDBDBanking and financeCharge for bad debt 'unusually low' - BNZBNZ had a 64 per cent drop in its provision for bad and doubtful debts in the first half.10 May 03:00 AM
OpinionLiam DannLiam Dann: Economy caught in the cross currentsNews on jobs and dairy prices a worry when Govt spending is at low ebb04 May 05:30 PM
Banking and financeBig bank profits surge to $3.3b in 2011Last year was one of the strongest in recent times for the profitability of New Zealand's banks.23 Apr 06:30 PM
OpinionAaron Hing: In a debt-swamped world investment caution is keyNZ is very exposed with its high level of external borrowing, says Aaron Hing28 Dec 04:30 PM
Personal FinanceBeware mobile phone and bank fees on holidaySurprises are often a pleasant part of travel but an unpleasant and costly one may await on the return home.27 Dec 04:30 PM
KiwiSaverDiana Clement: Singles need financial safety nets tooSingles may not outnumber those in couples, but they're a big chunk of the population. 18 Nov 04:30 PM
WorldDark mood in election year as American Dream faltersDespair over political deadlock may yet produce a watershed poll result.06 Nov 04:30 PM
Aged careSuper value: Giving KiwiSaver a pushSimon Collins reports on ways compulsory retirement saving could be made fairer.14 Oct 04:30 PM
Small BusinessRetail store wars move onlineOutrage over the price of All Blacks jerseys was just the latest sign of how internet buying has changed the retail game, reports Karyn Scherer.13 Oct 04:30 PM
OpinionKerre McIvorKerre Woodham: Debt trap for those who can't afford a car but need one01 Oct 04:30 PM