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Sharesies to host online trading of Fonterra shares
Co-chief executive Leighton Roberts said the agreement offered a new line of business and should improve liquidity in Fonterra shares.
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PGW cuts earnings forecast by $7m
18 Apr 2024Weaker agricultural market conditions have forced the rural services company to cut its full-year earnings forecast.
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How homebuyers are second guessing the Reserve Bank
18 Apr 2024New data shows borrowers seem to have decided mortgage rates have peaked .
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Business performance sentiment hits record low
18 Apr 2024A positive post-election glow has given way to a gloomy economic outlook.
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AI skills linked to higher salary, productivity, new jobs - report
18 Apr 2024Generative AI could dramatically boost overall productivity with workers in line for much bigger salaries, a global tech giant says.
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Why the latest inflation figures aren't all good news
17 Apr 2024The easing of the annual inflation to its lowest level in three years might be met with applause, but economists are cautious to celebrate. Video
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Inflation drops to 4 percent
17 Apr 2024The annual inflation rate has fallen to its lowest in nearly three years. Audio
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Crowdfunding service Equitise loses licence to operate
17 Apr 2024Crowdfunding investment service Equitise has lost its licence to operate.
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Air NZ announces first electric plane flights
17 Apr 2024The cargo-only route will go several times a day, carrying mail and parcels for NZ Post. Audio
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'NZ's money must innovate' - Reserve Bank considers a digital dollar
17 Apr 2024New Zealand could be using a government-backed digital currency by the end of the decade.
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Former building inspector accused of bribery and corruption
17 Apr 2024A former Auckland council building inspector and a company director are facing charges for bribery and corruption.
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OceanaGold believes new electric excavator key to decarbonisation
16 Apr 2024A North Otago gold mine has powered up an electrifying new addition to help it become more sustainable.
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Air New Zealand to absorb cost of new sustainable jet fuel at this stage
16 Apr 2024Air New Zealand is increasing its use of sustainable jet fuel in a bid to cut carbon emissions but the expensive, difficult to source fuel will still be less than 1 percent of the airline's total fuel… Audio
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The 'remarkably different' beer hops of Taranaki
17 Apr 2024A Taranaki brewer is excited about the distinctive flavour of beer made from hops grown in the region's hill country.
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What is happening with the housing market?
12 Apr 2024Analysis - Policy changes, a steady OCR rate, low construction costs, and the high cost of home ownership are impacting a "flat" housing market. Audio
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Commerce Commission wants Chorus to cut capital spending plan
18 Apr 2024Chorus says it has already pared back its spending by $200m in February to $1.3 billion.
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How planes from NZ might end up making rain in Thailand
16 Apr 2024Aotearoa's only commercial aircraft manufacturer says it new plane is ideal for hot, high places with humid conditions. Audio
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Food delivery service Menulog quits NZ, says market too small
16 Apr 2024New Zealand's size was insufficient to maintain a healthy business in the market.
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One NZ faces court action over alleged 111 calling breaches
16 Apr 2024The telco has failed in its responsibility to provide vulnerable consumers with a means of calling 111 in a power cut, Commerce Commission says. Audio
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Supermarkets told supply contracts must be properly negotiated
16 Apr 2024The Grocery Commissioner says suppliers shouldn't feel pressured into signing an agreement with supermarkets without the chance to negotiate the terms.
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Woman turns plumbing plan into more than a pipe dream
16 Apr 2024A woman who has proved herself in a male-dominated trade wants to own a business so she can give others a break. Audio
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As it happened: Uncertain future for Newshub staff as Stuff takes over 6pm news
16 Apr 2024Stuff will drop the Newshub name as it takes over Three's 6pm bulletin with fewer than 40 of 250 staff to be brought over.
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Business owners and locals on edge after 'horrific' ram raid
15 Apr 2024Crime is a problem across the Waitematā Local Board area, its deputy chairperson says, with local workers sharing their own experiences.
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Another company reaps benefits of shorter working weeks
15 Apr 2024Staff at Te Miro Water get paid for 10 days work every fortnight - but they're currently only working nine of those. Audio
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Air NZ signs deal for sustainable jet fuel
16 Apr 2024The agreement with Finnish company Neste was announced as part of the Prime Minister's trade trip to South East Asia.
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Housing market activity picking up, new data shows
16 Apr 2024Housing market activity last month was boosted by a 23 percent increase in the number of listings.
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Builder 'pulls the pin' as recession, high interest rates hit construction industry
Tony Boyce threw "mega bucks" into his company to try keep it afloat but with no work coming in, he has to close it down for good. Audio
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Inflation set to cool, but not enough for Reserve Bank's expectations
16 Apr 2024Annual inflation looks set to cool further, but the numbers are still set to come in hotter than the central bank's expectations.
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