Wake Up Call: the big two supermarkets under scrutiny
Markets Free

Wake Up Call: the big two supermarkets under scrutiny

The Commerce Commission begins public hearings today into New Zealand's supermarket sector and Foodstuffs and Woolworths' alleged excessive profits.

Staff reporters 21 Oct 2021
MIQ system investigated as being 'unfit' and 'unfair'
Coronavirus

MIQ system investigated as being 'unfit' and 'unfair'

The chief ombudsman has decided to investigate the contentious MIQ voucher booking system, and wants to ensure the agency has a plan to adapt the system going forward.

Staff reporters 20 Oct 2021
RBNZ reviewing policy on branches of overseas banks
Finance

RBNZ reviewing policy on branches of overseas banks

The Reserve Bank said it faces inherent limitations in regulating branches of overseas banks.

Staff reporters 20 Oct 2021
Freightways beefs up chilled food with $10m purchase
Markets

Freightways beefs up chilled food with $10m purchase

Freightways has added a fleet of 20 temperature-controlled vehicles, hoping to capture more market share in the growing chilled food delivery market.

Staff reporters 20 Oct 2021