Construction activity strength surprises
Economy

Construction activity strength surprises

Westpac had been forecasting a 1.1% rise in construction activity – it was 3.8%

Ian Llewellyn 06 Dec 2022
NZHG reports higher profit despite margin squeeze
News in Brief

NZHG reports higher profit despite margin squeeze

New Zealand Health Group (NZHG) has reported an increased net profit before tax, but said underfunding of the sector remains a challenge to margins.NZHG’s businesses, including Geneva Healthcare, HealthCare NZ, Solora, NZ Care, Umbrella, MySkill, Freedom Medical Alarms and Explor...

Ian Llewellyn 06 Dec 2022
Greenpeace accused of derailing emissions reductions
Law & Regulation

Greenpeace accused of derailing emissions reductions

Greenpeace legal action will delay hydrogen development, says Hiringa Energy.

Ian Llewellyn 06 Dec 2022
Uncertainty looms over last carbon auction
Policy

Uncertainty looms over last carbon auction

The next trigger point for carbon price movement will likely be government announcements.

Ian Llewellyn 05 Dec 2022