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Shariah-compliant KiwiSaver scheme makes good returns for ethical investors

Shariah-compliant KiwiSaver scheme makes good returns for ethical investors

By Fiona Rotherham Oct. 10 (BusinessDesk) - The fledgling Amanah KiwiSaver which is based on Islamic Shari’ah investment principles has made a 13.3 percent return for the three months ending Sept. 30. The Auckland-based scheme, set up as the only one of its type in March, a...

10 Oct 2014
Fresh Appeal says sky the limit as it targets airlines for fruity snacks

Fresh Appeal says sky the limit as it targets airlines for fruity snacks

By Fiona Rotherham Oct. 10 (BusinessDesk) - Fresh Appeal, a privately owned company which is commercialising technology to preserve cut fruit, is expanding into airline catering in the expectation it will provide a substantial new source of revenue. Auckland-based Fresh App...

10 Oct 2014
NZ log export log prices lift on Chinese buying, lower kiwi, lower shipping

NZ log export log prices lift on Chinese buying, lower kiwi, lower shipping

By Tina Morrison Oct. 10 (BusinessDesk) - New Zealand export log prices have lifted from a two-year low as Chinese importers resume buying and local returns are bolstered by a decline in the New Zealand dollar and cheaper shipping costs. The average wharf gate price for New...

10 Oct 2014