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Economy
Analysts struggle to find upside from Trump tariffs
‘They've forgotten the lessons of the Great Depression,’ one analyst said.
Markets
S&P/ASX200 takes a tumble on Trump's Liberation Day, Asia to follow suit
The fall may be short lived now there is more certainty.
Law & Regulation
NZer put $15m in betting accounts without proper checks: Austrac
The businessman deposited nearly $15m in Entain betting accounts, watchdog claimed.
Primary Sector
Primary sector exporters digesting US tariffs’ impact
The 10% tariff will take effect on April 5.
Primary Sector
Mainland registered as Fonterra moves closer to divestment
The dual-track process appears to be picking up speed.
Property
‘Cowboys’ the reason for building consent delays
Building inspectors hit back at Minister Penk’s claims they are holding up consents.
Retail
Hospitality tech firm Bustle brewing up success
App for cafes is steaming ahead with a plan to grow to 5000 customers in three markets.
Transport
Iata calls for urgent airport pricing reforms
Auckland Airport's monopoly means it can game the regulatory process, Iata says.
Primary Sector
Synlait confident it has enough milk for next two seasons
Farmers had until Monday to withdraw their cease notices.
Policy
Workplace safety: Compliance equals protection
The Govt says health and safety obligations will be clearer within a new system of rules.
Opinion
Deb Te Kawa: Fixing the public service
Public Sector Act reform rightly aims at results, rather than cuts.
News in Brief
Opinion
Public sector
Deb Te Kawa: Fixing the public service
Public Sector Act reform rightly aims at results, rather than cuts.
Finance
Andrew Body: Willis can do more to fix banking competition
A competitive banking system needs more than lower capital adequacy ratios.
Technology
Peter Griffin: Off-the-shelf AI leading the way
Long-promised productivity gains from AI will soon be reflected in NZ's economy.
Investments
David Chaplin: Rātā tests trust boundaries with fund buy
The community trust sector has been veering into more exotic investment territory.
Technology
These people found fame and money – on LinkedIn
Mixing the personal with the professional on the formerly staid site is paying off.
Business Advice
Work
For Pete's sake, will you please shut up and let me work!
Tips for politely fending off chatty co-workers so you can do what you're paid for.
Finance
The invisible chair: Wayne Boyd
One of NZ's best, lowest-profile directors reflects on a career in governance.
Law & Regulation
Bronwyn Heenan: Important consultation on managing psychosocial risks at work
Have your say on important mental health legislation.
Sponsored
Commercial property trends: AI, sustainability and growing confidence
Falling rates and green tech shape property investment’s future.
Sponsored
Continuing Arnold Downer’s legacy: infrastructure, inclusion and impact
‘The Downer difference’ in action: building communities, creating lasting change.
Investigations
Business of Food
Business of Food
Grocery reform: Breaking up a Monopoly
Advice from a former minister as Government tries to increase supermarket competition.
Officials warned Libelle could fail to deliver school lunches
First report shows over $14 million owing.
Editor's Picks
Exclusive
Libelle's downfall raises procurement process question
Plus: The Pita Pit and Subway deal that could have been.
Top Gainers
| AoFrio Limited | $0.111 | 6.73% |
| Synlait | $0.800 | 6.67% |
| Blackpearl | $0.730 | 4.29% |
| Foley Wines | $0.620 | 3.33% |
| Serko | $3.900 | 2.63% |
Top Decliners
| T & G Global | $1.650 | -4.62% |
| Freightways | $10.270 | -4.47% |
| Smartshares US Large Growth ETF | $11.653 | -3.85% |
| Australia New Zealand Banking Group | $31.400 | -3.80% |
| Westpac Banking Corporation | $34.150 | -3.78% |
Top Gainers
| Synlait | $0.725 | 6.77% |
| Pacific Edge Limited | $0.130 | 4.35% |
| Harmoney Ordinary Shares | $0.470 | 3.41% |
| Mercury | $5.290 | 2.76% |
| Gentrack Group | $10.210 | 2.62% |
Top Decliners
| Vulcan Steel | $4.440 | -3.70% |
| BATHURST RESOURCES LIMITED. | $0.730 | -3.33% |
| XERO LIMITED | $151.060 | -3.03% |
| STRAKER TRANSLATIONS LIMITED | $0.485 | -3.00% |
| Sky Network Television | $2.250 | -2.22% |
Technology
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Opinion
Peter Griffin: Off-the-shelf AI leading the way
Long-promised productivity gains from AI will soon be reflected in NZ's economy.
Investments
Economy
Analysts struggle to find upside from Trump tariffs
‘They've forgotten the lessons of the Great Depression,’ one analyst said.
Markets
Behind the rise of shareholder activism
Activists can be seen as 'baddies', but a new report says there are benefits.
Opinion
David Chaplin: Rātā tests trust boundaries with fund buy
The community trust sector has been veering into more exotic investment territory.
Primary Sector
Who is Mainland Group's chair-elect Liz Coutts
From CEO at 31 to one of NZ's most sought-after directors.
Markets
NZME board drama: shareholder showdown delayed
NZME says crunch governance meeting will now be in June after it received legal advice.
The Life
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Cars
Review & road trip: Porsche 911 Carrera GTS T-Hybrid
It’s not exactly an eco-hybrid, although it does provide more performance.
Books
Review
Was it, in fact, Yoko's career that was derailed by the Beatles?
Biography offers a welcome reassessment of the artist’s place in cultural history.
Editor's Picks
My Net Worth: Brooke van Velden, Cabinet minister
"There is strength in being a leader who listens, who doesn't just dictate."
Art
Review
Tennessee Williams classic comes alive to new audience
The ballet tells the old story in a new way.
Markets
Economy
Analysts struggle to find upside from Trump tariffs
‘They've forgotten the lessons of the Great Depression,’ one analyst said.
Property
Law & Regulation
‘Cowboys’ the reason for building consent delays
Building inspectors hit back at Minister Penk’s claims they are holding up consents.
Law & Regulation
News in Brief
Telco fined $325k for misleading 'free' roaming claim
Telco 2degrees has been fined $325,000 after admitting it made misleading claims about its “free” Aussie business roaming plans.The Commerce Commission took action last year after claims made by 2degrees in its advertising campaign between 2020 and 2023 created an impression that...
Energy
Primary Sector
Mineral sands miner appoints new chair for expansion era
Debbie Birch joins the group as it seeks consent for a major new mine near Hokitika.
Primary Sector
Markets
Primary sector exporters digesting US tariffs’ impact
The 10% tariff will take effect on April 5.
Sustainable Finance
Sport
Breakers basketball sale: Who are the Grice brothers?
Meet the siblings behind the ownership change at the franchise.
Public sector
Opinion
Deb Te Kawa: Fixing the public service
Public Sector Act reform rightly aims at results, rather than cuts.
Media
Markets
Behind the rise of shareholder activism
Activists can be seen as 'baddies', but a new report says there are benefits.
Infrastructure
Politics
KiwiRail reveals $8m cost of McKinsey contract
Rail Minister Winston Peters calls it an unacceptable payment.