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Could the RBNZ set off fireworks?
Economy

Could the RBNZ set off fireworks?

The Reserve Bank of New Zealand is widely expected to keep rates on hold at 5.5%.

Rebecca Howard 27 Nov 2023
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Directors slightly less down on the economy
Economy

Directors slightly less down on the economy

Board directors have dropped their focus on AI and technology over short-term pressures.

Greg Hurrell 24 Nov 2023
Carbon certifier spurns local
Primary Sector

Carbon certifier spurns local

The move is because NZ carbon credits do not comply with international certification.

Ian Llewellyn 23 Nov 2023
EU votes through NZ FTA
News in Brief

EU votes through NZ FTA

A controversially limited free trade deal with the EU has been approved.

Staff reporters 23 Nov 2023


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