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Economy
Inflation lands back in band at 2.2%
But the annual rate of non-tradable inflation remains high, at 4.9%.
Law & Regulation
Lawyers evaporated from Watson’s orbit in US insider case
SEC filings show lawyers withdrew from case one by one.
Infrastructure
KiwiRail accused regulator of 'unnecessary delays'
Maritime NZ makes 'no apologies' for how it handled Aratere grounding.
Primary Sector
PGG Wrightson wants to 'rule a line' under boardroom fallout
Its largest shareholder tried and failed to bump half of the board this year.
Markets
Meridian, Genesis explain a tough winter
The dry winter and gas crisis cost Meridian Energy $200 million.
Policy
Business of Government
First thoughts from Brian Roche on being made commissioner
Our weekly round-up of public sector news and analysis – but mainly Brian Roche.
Technology
Narrative Muse sticks to its story
The company is under fire over a $500,000 government grant.
Markets
‘Bifurcated’ NZ tech stocks buoyed by a few strong players
While listed tech outperformed the market, fewer than half the companies’ prices were up.
Markets
Analysts raise NZX Ltd target price after guidance lift
Jarden analysts said NZX is 'doubly exposed' to a decreasing OCR.
Law & Regulation
Sailing race organiser wins $100k debt dispute
Organiser argued pandemic cancelled event so it did not have to repay debt.
Law & Regulation
David Chaplin: Crypto lessons on the world stage
Govts need to introduce "appropriate investor protection measures" for crypto-assets.
Opinion
Law & Regulation
David Chaplin: Crypto lessons on the world stage
Govts need to introduce "appropriate investor protection measures" for crypto-assets.
Finance
Paul McBeth: Much ado about shorting
Short-selling stocks isn’t quite the blight that critics make out.
Economy
Pattrick Smellie: Learning to love foreign direct investment
The Government is sprucing up the welcome mat for foreign investment.
Property
Maria Slade: No oversight of a sector handling millions
Not regulating property managers is like putting on a new dress without doing up the zip.
Work
Why bosses love talking about their fast-food jobs
From Kamala Harris to your own boss, a McDonald’s stint is a badge of honour.
Business Advice
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Business
Bragging about what you've achieved? Make it funny
‘Humourbragging’ can help you to seem less conceited when boasting.
Fail File
Fail file: Film director Kevin Denholm
The Anglican priest is behind some of NZ's best-loved ads.
Opinion
Rachael Judge: Questions remain on ‘gateway test’ for contractors
Employee or contractor – the issue is vexed.
Sponsored
Price shocks, rural ruin and rolling blackouts: the cost of a hasty transition to renewables
Expert warns fast switch to renewables risks more rural job losses
Sponsored
Cloud can be an engine for top-line growth
New report reveals AI impacting cloud platform choices.
Sponsored
Businesses struggle to manage skyrocketing tech costs amid AI boom
A new report shows only 57% of Australia and New Zealand leaders have a clear understanding of their tech expenses.
Investigations
Retail
Exclusive
Former Harvey Norman contractor assesses legal action
Like Uber drivers, Lachlan MacDonald believes he was an employee.
Finance
Exclusive
Tech entrepreneur Ashutosh Sharma made bankrupt
Sharma styled himself as a prolific company founder and high-flying businessman.
Material Matters
In-depth
Offsite building industry struggling to stay afloat
Govt's pausing of projects and economic downturn have had a devastating impact.
Top Gainers
| Promisia | $0.340 | 13.33% |
| Rakon | $0.710 | 7.58% |
| 2 Cheap Cars Group Ltd | $0.770 | 2.67% |
| Seeka | $2.740 | 2.62% |
| Foley Wines | $0.790 | 2.60% |
Top Decliners
| Being AI Ltd | $0.560 | -3.45% |
| Cooks Ordinary Shares | $0.290 | -3.33% |
| Synlait | $0.400 | -2.44% |
| Smartshares Asia Pacific | $2.473 | -2.37% |
| Smartpay Holdings Limited | $0.835 | -2.34% |
Top Gainers
| Pacific Edge Limited | $0.150 | 7.41% |
| STRAKER TRANSLATIONS LIMITED | $0.440 | 6.41% |
| Synlait | $0.385 | 5.48% |
| Harmoney Ordinary Shares | $0.400 | 4.23% |
| Fletcher Building | $2.920 | 3.55% |
Top Decliners
| Smartpay Holdings Limited | $0.730 | -17.65% |
| Serko | $2.450 | -3.85% |
| DGL Group | $0.520 | -2.80% |
| Kathmandu Holdings | $0.440 | -2.22% |
| Heartland Group Holdings | $1.000 | -2.11% |
Technology
Pinpoint Earth's technology targets illegal fishing worldwide
The Nelson-based startup has joined forces with an Indian satellite company.
Investments
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Markets
Volatility defined last quarter for Sharesies investors
The Sharesies Index revealed increasing caution from retail investors.
Markets
NZX raises earnings guidance by 10%
NZX said the lift comes after 'strong performance across all business lines'.
Markets
Free
Generate commits another US$25m to private assets
Generate is increasing its exposure to private assets as its funds grow.
Markets
NZX main board to get bitcoin ETF
NZX-owned fund manager Smart has teamed up with US investment giant Black Rock.
The Life
Cars
New Mini Cooper Convertible coming to NZ
Mini has also packed the vehicle with advanced digital services.
Technology
Review: Google's TV Streamer 4K does what you need
Why you need the device – and why you don't.
My Net Worth
My Net Worth: Datacom AI director Lou Compagnone
'The best advice I've been given is to leap and the net will appear.'
My Net Worth
My Net Worth: Mark Heine, Eroad co-chief executive
From a young age, the tech company leader has been driven by a love of learning.
Markets
Primary Sector
PGG Wrightson wants to 'rule a line' under boardroom fallout
Its largest shareholder tried and failed to bump half of the board this year.
Property
Du Val Lakewood Plaza entities owe $16.2m
Not a cent of what's owed over the Manukau apartment tower has been paid, BDO says.
Law & Regulation
Lawyers evaporated from Watson’s orbit in US insider case
SEC filings show lawyers withdrew from case one by one.
Energy
World
IEA trims oil-demand forecast for third consecutive month
Demand for oil will not grow as fast as expected, according to new forecasts.
Primary Sector
Markets
PGG Wrightson wants to 'rule a line' under boardroom fallout
Its largest shareholder tried and failed to bump half of the board this year.
Sustainable Finance
Climate change
Breathing space proposed for climate reporting businesses
The XRB is proposing to delay the introduction of some climate disclosure rules.
Public sector
Policy
Business of Government
First thoughts from Brian Roche on being made commissioner
Our weekly round-up of public sector news and analysis – but mainly Brian Roche.
Media
World
Influencers reshaping how young get political news
Popular TikTokers commanding huge audiences on social media.
Infrastructure
Transport
KiwiRail accused regulator of 'unnecessary delays'
Maritime NZ makes 'no apologies' for how it handled Aratere grounding.