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ANZ NZ's first-half profit edges up to $1.16 billion
Chief executive Antonia Watson says the flat result reflects the state of the economy.

NZ banks face repaying $9.2b in cheap Covid loans in coming months
The money was borrowed during Covid times at a very low interest rate.

NZME board battle – Takeovers Panel clears Jim Grenon of any code breach
It says Grenon's move and association with Caniwi did not exceed 20% of voting rights.

Leighton Roberts: Lessons from Warren Buffett for Kiwi investors
OPINION: Buffett emphasised patience and understanding businesses over market trends.

Market close: Contact-Manawa deal boosts NZ sharemarket
New Zealand shares ended strongly after better jobs data and on takeover news.

Airfares: Commerce Commission explains why it doesn’t want a competition study, but tells airlines to watch out
Is the system 'broken' or is NZ just too tough for more aviation players?

Airlines, airports welcome visa change for foreign language speakers
Airline supply issues, bevy of charges could be dragging down tourism recovery, some say.

Auckland Airport regulation risk overhyped: Analyst
Could the airport lose its 'dual till' model and become a victim of Nanny State rules?

Jobless rate better than expected, part-time worker increase credited
The labour market remained weak and disinflationary, economists say.

'Largest portfolio' – $600m+ deal for seven NZ hotels to be sold
Hotels in Auckland, Rotorua, Wellington, Christchurch and Queenstown are to be sold.

Inside Economics: How much Government debt is too much?
OPINION: Liam Dann takes a deeper dive into the week's economic news.

Airfares too high? Take the bus, InterCity says ahead of new electric bus launch
A new electric city bus is coming. Long-haul EV buses may be viable in a year or so too.

Market close: SkyCity shares fall 6% as NZX 50 trades flat
The casino operator has downgraded its earnings guidance for the second time.

Key says Trump using tariffs largely for leverage – but has fears for NZ film industry
The former Prime Minister also sees confidence returning to the New Zealand economy.

'Back to life': Baywatch legend's Kiwi series rescued after TV firm's collapse, debts
David Hasselhoff tells of love for NZ and joy of saved show despite Stripe Studios' debts.

Govt warned it'll be lumped with bigger bill than insurers if disaster strikes
Insurers pass Reserve Bank stress test, but it worries about the Government's finances.

'Decades of experience' – Craig Heatley company, Hoppers plan $220m marina
A forecast 140 jobs are to be created over 30 years if plans are allowed to proceed.

'No-brainer': NZME chair on why she'll step down early; Steven Joyce opens up on board bid
Barbara Chapman: 'Focus of last few months has been on preserving editorial independence'.

Up in Smoke: Why NZ's medical cannabis industry is struggling to make ends meet
After tragic cases, a new industry touted as a potential saviour has run into roadblocks.

Property Insider: What could the future hold for ex-Auckland Star site? Architects explain champion Te Arai home design
'Somebody, please build something here – anything' debate on a site empty for 36 years.

Nearly 500k people behind on loan payments, mortgage arrears hit eight-year high
The OCR has fallen 200 basis points since August, but home owners are still struggling.

Market close: NZ sharemarket rebound continues
Composure is returning to markets after an unruly April.

Media firm board battle: Ex-National Govt Cabinet minister in line to be NZME chair
A potential compromise is on the horizon in NZME's board battle.

Floating rate fad helps Westpac's profit grow 10%
Bank reports $525 million profit in six months.

NZME’s new-look exec: Editor-in-chief to top table, chief commercial officer leaving company
The changes come a month before the company's critical shareholders' meeting.

AI could make crashes worse, amplify herd behaviour: Reserve Bank
One expert says the report doesn't go far enough, another says it overplays the risks.

Air New Zealand's 787-9 Dreamliner retrofit: CEO Greg Foran on big investment, top job
Advances in the digital world will be replicated in the flight experience, Foran says.

Almost 40% of retail crime not being reported to police
Retail NZ members reported more than 140,000 crime incidents in 2023-2024.

From politics to police: Former Herald political editor's new role as a senior public servant
Claire Trevett in key media relations role; Well-known ex-TVNZ reporter also joins police.

NZ's biggest business park getting new hub
After around 20 years of intensive development, the 109ha business park is now finished.

On The Up: Small Business - Wheelie good branding with The Cartery
Charlene White talks to Tom Raynel about her event-management business, The Cartery.

Unemployment set to rise to highest level in nearly a decade
Labour market data will also reveal how fast wages are rising.

'Body-packed five cartons': Man busted smuggling cigarettes at Wellington airport
Illegal tobacco operations sell from Facebook marketplace, churches and language schools.

On The Up: Pandey business starts new hotel brand with $8m refurbishments
The four new Edit Hotels & Resorts are located in Auckland, Picton and Hanmer Springs.

Opinion: How Trump's trade moves may upend Powell's achievements
Business uncertainty from US tariffs may lead to a recession.

Sasha Borissenko: Banking on blame - scam reforms too little, too late
OPINION: NZ's scam prevention lags behind global standards - here's why.

Diana Clement: Simple steps to cut banking costs and save big
OPINION: Banks earn billions while Kiwis pay avoidable fees and interest.

Inside the secret 3-year criminal case against Auckland's luxury doggy daycare
Prosecutors claim the firm earned $180k in extra profits by ignoring resource consents.

Liam Dann: Are Kiwis about to be hit with an ‘austerity Budget’?
The Finance Minister faces a difficult balancing act with this month's Budget.

Steven Joyce: The Maga model stumbles amid Canadian, Australian elections
Canada's Liberal Party made a stunning comeback, winning a plurality of seats.

Fran O'Sullivan: Nicola Willis needs to address NZ Super age now
OPINION: Talk of 'no frills' and 'lolly scrambles' in the Budget is just a distraction.

Mary Holm: Trying to time the share or property market is a fool’s game
OPINION: You never know when bad luck might strike.

Darcy Ungaro: Will Trump make me lose my money?
OPINION: When market jitters hit, check you're not derailing your investment strategy.

Market close: Mainfreight drives another strong NZ finish
Logistics firm's rally helped push the New Zealand sharemarket to a higher close.

Adrian Orr surfaces for farewell party with Reserve Bank staff
The party and gift combined cost more than $6000.

'Reckless': Martin Cooper and real estate agency fined for non-compliance
Business under pressure during Covid times and 'significant' sales downturn: Martin Cooper

‘State-house boy from Naenae’ to property magnate: Sir Bob Jones' colourful, controversial life
He didn’t suffer fools, loved boxing, smoked a pipe and liked to buy buildings on corners.