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Trade
Turbulent times at Airwork
Late accounts and a securities case. The problems keep piling up for Airwork.
Markets
Market close
NZ sharemarket lifts off after Auckland Airport numbers
The S&P/NZX 50 Index closed at 12,943.57, gaining 59.19 points or 0.46%.
Markets
NZD outlook: 2025 more about surviving
The kiwi shed more than 11% in 2024, and we already see more downsides.
Property
Analysts expect RV companies to raise equity
“We expect investor support for a capital raise," Jarden's Arie Dekker said.
Policy
Changes to work visa rules spark hope and concern
Market wage requirement replaces median wage rule but will it be properly enforced?
Markets
Cross-border rules on aviation emissions give airlines easy ride
Around 80% of Air NZ's emissions from jet fuel are from international flights.
Markets
Best of BusinessDesk
Rate decision odds are tight, NZD set for a wild ride
It did turn out to be an understatement.
Technology
US announces new restrictions on AI chip exports
Beijng called the announcement "a flagrant violation" of international trade rules.
World
South Korean police detain impeached president
Thousands of police gathered in one of Seoul's ritziest neighbourhoods for the arrest.
Retail
Star on a losing streak, but what about SkyCity?
Australasian casinos are disproving the idea that the house always wins.
Economy
Business confidence stutters into 2025
Nothing to stop a 50 point interest rate cut next month, says NZIER.
Opinion
Cameron Bagrie: 'I'll be back': Concerns grow about US inflation
US inflation data is due out on Thursday.
Climate change
Pattrick Smellie: BlackRock gives foreign investment a bad name
If it had set out to be disliked in NZ, BlackRock would be succeeding handsomely.
Policy
He Poneketanga
Deb Te Kawa: Let the people hold the paintbrush
Central government works best when communities get a real say.
Best of BD
Dileepa Fonseka: My top columns from 2024
From Spark losing its literal Mojo to fleeing talent and overpriced houses.
Energy
The billionaire who bet on coal's future – and won big
Low Tuck Kwong has built a fortune from the world’s dirtiest fossil fuel.
Business Advice
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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.
Law & Regulation
Rachael Judge: Getting recruitment right
An element of luck is always involved in recruitment processes.
Sponsored
Why Kiwis are embracing Bitcoin ETFs
The once hard-to-access investment option is becoming mainstream.
Sponsored
Boost worker health, boost results
Research shows flexible workspaces improve health and productivity
Sponsored
The AI tech revolutionising safety in high-risk NZ workplaces
Around forklifts and machinery, Viewtech detects danger instantly.
Investigations
Public sector
Public sector redundancy payments to reach $250m
Mass restructuring of the public service decimated some ministries' staffing.
Finance
Carbon Catchup: Who's up, who's down?
12 companies from the NZX50 increased their direct emissions compared to last year.
Top Gainers
| PaySauce | $0.225 | 7.14% |
| Millennium & Copthorne Hotels New Zealand | $1.800 | 5.88% |
| Burger Fuel Group | $0.395 | 5.33% |
| New Zealand King Salmon Investments | $0.230 | 4.55% |
| The Bankers Investment Trust | $2.570 | 4.05% |
Top Decliners
| T & G Global | $1.550 | -6.06% |
| Asset Plus | $0.200 | -4.76% |
| Fonterra Shareholders' Fund | $4.875 | -4.41% |
| Bremworth | $0.405 | -3.57% |
| Rakon | $0.600 | -3.23% |
Top Gainers
| AFT Pharmaceuticals | $2.700 | 5.88% |
| Summerset Group | $11.990 | 4.17% |
| Sky Network Television | $2.490 | 3.78% |
| Vulcan Steel | $6.150 | 2.17% |
| Auckland International Airport | $7.840 | 1.96% |
Top Decliners
| NEUREN PHARMACEUTICALS LIMITED | $11.040 | -8.08% |
| AROA BIOSURGERY LIMITED | $0.745 | -5.84% |
| Fonterra Shareholders' Fund | $4.470 | -3.72% |
| Tower | $1.180 | -2.14% |
| Vista Group International | $2.820 | -2.12% |
Technology
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World
Latest tech looks to help world's ageing population
Robot puppy for dementia patients, in-toilet gadget for medical checks.
Investments
Markets
Why James Miller is joining Fletcher’s board
James Miller says directors need to step up when companies face difficulties.
Markets
Aroa’s largest study a leg-up to persuade surgeons
Soft tissue repair products show cost savings and faster wound healing.
Opinion
Simon Robertson: Back to the Future: predictions for 2025
Trump's agenda, Musk's ending of wokeness, bitcoin, and other predictions.
Markets
Global private equity firm snaps up 50% of Craigs
Partnership with TA Associates tipped to accelerate Craigs' growth.
Economy
Trump, tariffs and tailwinds: NZ firms keep eye on US
M&A could surge, while tax credits and tariffs could hurt under Trump administration.
The Life
My Net Worth
Part 3: The best of My Net Worth from the past year
Pearls of wisdom from some of NZ's most perceptive business leaders.
Services
Why chefs are losing their appetite
Fine dining is losing its shine for a generation of chefs.
Best of BD
Best of BusinessDesk: restaurant reviews
Dine out on some of our top culinary finds from 2024.
My Net Worth
Part 2: The best of My Net Worth from the past year
Pearls of wisdom from some of NZ's most perceptive business leaders.
Markets
NZ sharemarket lifts off after Auckland Airport numbers
The S&P/NZX 50 Index closed at 12,943.57, gaining 59.19 points or 0.46%.
Property
Markets
Analysts expect RV companies to raise equity
“We expect investor support for a capital raise," Jarden's Arie Dekker said.
Energy
The Wall Street Journal
The billionaire who bet on coal's future – and won big
Low Tuck Kwong has built a fortune from the world’s dirtiest fossil fuel.
Primary Sector
News in Brief
Nick Beeby appointed CEO of NZ Meat Board
Nick Beeby has been permanently appointed the chief executive of the New Zealand Meat Board (NZMB).He has been acting in the job since Sam McIvor, also the CEO of Beef + Lamb NZ (BLNZ), left the role in July last year.Beeby joined NZMB as general manager of quota and information...
Sustainable Finance
Finance
BlackRock writes down fund after SolarZero collapse
SolarZero was placed into liquidation in November.
Public sector
Policy
Changes to work visa rules spark hope and concern
Market wage requirement replaces median wage rule but will it be properly enforced?
Media
World
The real-life violence that inspired Squid Game
Riot police ended workers' occupation of Korean car factory in 2009.
