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Why more than half of Kiwis regret their career choice

New Zealand workers also expect to delay retirement amid cost of living pressures.

Tower shares dominate trading as NZ sharemarket rebounds

The S&P/NZX 50 Index closed at 12,312.6, up 42.6 points or 0.35%.

‘Such big development potential’ - why Queenstown place went for $45.5m

'The price was big because the sale included so much flat land.' - local investor

Oliver Faull: Family lessons shape Swiss-Belhotel hotel career

Faull is part of the Swiss-Belhotel global hotel chain. His family’s values influenced his approach to the hospitality industry. Video / Dean Purcell

February a strong month for NZ red meat exports

Exports reached $1.1 billion - a 25% increase compared to February 2024.

'Astounded': NZME shareholder hits back at board for 'personal attack' over text message

Troy Bowker says he believes in free speech; CEO, BusinessDesk founding editor respond.

Second time lucky: Auckland DJ software firm sells in $175m deal

The Commerce Commission blocked a previous sale to Pioneer DJ.

This tip could help boost your mortgage strategy

Experts suggest considering the two-year 4.99% rate for stability.

Stocks mark worst month in years as Donald Trump’s tariffs loom

NYT: The S&P 500 registered a 5.8% decline in March, its worst month since December 2022.

Woolworths wins consent for giant $213m land deal in Christchurch

Overseas Investment Office approval comes day after Govt announces supermarket crack-down.

Bank offers retirees loan to buy into village without selling house first

The offer for those waiting for a more favourable housing market comes at a price.

Olivado liquidation: Seeka boss explains why they bought the company

New boss hopes to keep jobs, liquidator says claims still coming in.

ANZ Business Outlook: Slowly improving but it ‘isn’t easy’

Business confidence is steady but inflation pressures have risen, an ANZ survey says.

Market Watch final: Lessons learned from 9 years of market watching

Business editor-at-large Liam Dann talks with Pie Funds CIO and founder Mike Taylor about lessons learned from 9 years of market watching.

Market Watch: Wall St has a history of ignoring political turmoil – can it last?

In the final episode of Market Watch, we look back at nine years of share market growth.

Business travellers want more face-to-face action

Video calls not cutting it for companies wanting to build strong bonds, travel firm says.

RBNZ to review controversial bank rules, championed by Adrian Orr

Decision comes as banks lobby for loosening of rules.

Contact-Manawa takeover decision delayed

If the deal proceeds, it would make Contact the second-largest generator in New Zealand.