New ZealandExploiting Russia sanctions 'a bad look'John Key says major companies have been asked not to exploit the gap left by other countries' trade sanctions on Russia because to do so would be a "terrible look" for NZ.16 Nov 04:00 PM
OpinionLiam DannLiam Dann: South Korea open for businessThe free trade deal announced with South Korea is extremely good news for a number of our export industries, writes Liam Dann.16 Nov 04:00 PM
BDBDCompaniesNZ part of global push against tax avoidanceThere is broad global support for moves to curb international tax avoidance, Finance Minister Bill English said on the sidelines of the G20 Leaders' Summit in Brisbane.16 Nov 04:00 PM
WorldNo trade with RussiaPrime Minister John Key says Russia has tried to reignite free trade talks - but New Zealand has made it clear it will not budge until Russia buckles to international demands over Ukraine.15 Nov 04:00 PM
BoxingUFC: Chance for Hunt to prove himselfMark Hunt readily tells people he is the best fighter on the planet and the time has come to prove it.14 Nov 04:00 PM
OpinionJohn RoughanJohn Roughan: TPP still the most promising talks in townSitting around the big table in Brisbane this weekend, the 20 leaders should take a good refreshing breath of the Pacific air, and drink plenty of the water.14 Nov 04:00 PM
OpinionFran O'Sullivan: Flexibility needed for trade pactsHere's the challenge for Prime Minister and Tourism Minister John Key when he hosts President Xi Jinping in New Zealand next week.12 Nov 11:08 PM
BDBDBanking and financeNZ dollar jumps vs. pound after Bank of England low inflation warning12 Nov 08:45 PM
Small BusinessHippies back at Vic ParkThe rebirth of an old market, once teeming with hippy and bohemian traders and curious customers, has lured three Aucklanders back to Victoria Park where they spent happy times as teenagers.12 Nov 04:00 PM
New ZealandG20 hotels: Leaders spend upOne leader is staying in a luxury suite that costs $2782 a night, while another will be bunking down in a relatively cheap $344-a-night room.11 Nov 11:52 PM
WorldAbbott confronts Putin over MH17It wasn't quite a 'shirtfront' but Tony Abbott has confronted Vladimir Putin over Russia's role in the downing of flight MH17, calling for an apology and compensation.11 Nov 08:07 PM
ConstructionLabour calls for building competitionLabour's housing spokesman Phil Twyford has raised concerns about anti-competitive building industry practices after the world's second biggest wallboard maker said it was reviewing its structure in New Zealand.11 Nov 04:00 PM
OpinionAudrey YoungAudrey Young: Trade on the agenda but war on the mindThis year's Apec has been as much a security summit for Prime Minister John Key as a trade and economic summit.11 Nov 04:00 PM
AgribusinessOpen Country says expect reduced dairy payoutPrivate dairy ingredient manufacturer Open Country Dairy has told its suppliers to expect a reduced payout in a range of $4.70 to $4.90 per kg of milksolids for 2014/5.11 Nov 01:08 AM
New ZealandThey come in peace (shoot to kill?)Apec shirts mocked for their similarity to <i>Star Trek</i> uniforms, but there's no shirtfronting as Tony Abbott and Vladimir Putin pose for a portrait.10 Nov 09:38 PM
OpinionEditorial: NZ well placed to ensure qualityThe diversity of the countries within the Asia-Pacific Economic Co-operation bloc has meant it has stayed on the backburner. Until now, that is.10 Nov 04:00 PM
Banking and financeFighting fund to finance TPP battleNew Zealand businesses are planning a "fighting fund" for a pro-TPP campaign once a deal is finished and in the public arena, Prime Minister John Key was told.10 Nov 04:00 PM
New ZealandTPP discussion a 'solid meeting' - KeyPresident Barack Obama emerged from a meeting of leaders involved in the Trans-Pacific Partnership negotiations, including Prime Minister John Key, adamant the deal would be done.10 Nov 10:08 AM
Banking and financeChanges to LVR policy signalledLoan to value ratios on bank mortgage lending could be in for a change this week when the Reserve Bank releases its financial stability report.09 Nov 10:02 PM
New ZealandKey, Obama to press Japan on trade accordPrime Minister John Key will join United States President Barack Obama at a meeting in Beijing tonight to put heat on Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe.09 Nov 04:00 PM
New ZealandThousands protest TPPAThousands of New Zealanders rallied in the streets against a contentious trade agreement.08 Nov 10:56 PM
BDBDCompaniesNZ-India free trade talks back onStalled free trade negotiations with India have taken a positive step forward with a commitment to schedule the next round of talks.06 Nov 07:24 PM
BDBDBusinessKirk seeks to raise up to $44m in tech floatDavid Kirk, chairman of Trade Me Group and Kathmandu Holdings, is seeking to raise A$25 million to A$40 million ($44.5 million) in an initial public offer on the ASX of Bailador Technology Investments, an Australian and New Zealand tech fund.06 Nov 04:00 PM
BDBDBanking and financeDollar dips below key 77 US cent markThe NZ dollar fell below a key support level of 77 US cents, driven by optimism about the outlook for the world's largest economy.05 Nov 08:00 PM
