ConstructionConstruction growth may be keyManufactured exports have been faring much better than domestic sales.26 Nov 04:30 PM
BDBDBanking and financeNZ services sector expands at cracking paceNew Zealand's services sector grew at its fastest recorded pace last month as sales activity rallied, ending a recent horror run of data.18 Nov 10:30 PM
OpinionBrian GaynorBrian Gaynor: Higher bid price a credit to F&P directorsSale to Haier compares well to takeovers of other firms, including BNZ 20 years ago.09 Nov 04:30 PM
OpinionDita De Boni: Buy NZ, or it's goodbye NZBargain deals can have costly results. "I reckon it's high time consumers - especially those who can afford it - stepped up to the plate," writes Dita De Boni.08 Nov 08:30 PM
ManufacturingF&P takeover: Haier closer to full controlFull control of Fisher & Paykel Appliances is set to pass to Haier after the Chinese company reached the threshold necessary to trigger compulsory acquisition.06 Nov 05:35 AM
BDBDAgribusinessRakon cuts 60 NZ jobs in China, India moveRakon will cut up to 60 New Zealand jobs as it shifts more manufacturing to China and India in a bid to cut costs and widen profit margins.05 Nov 08:45 PM
Freight and logisticsHigh dollar takes wind from sailsNew Zealand boat builders are savvy and determined but the strong kiwi dollar is making it difficult for exporters to remain competitive.29 Oct 04:30 PM
ManufacturingF&P control likely to head offshoreControl of F & P Appliances is now likely to pass to China's Haier after it increased its takeover offer to $1.28 a share.18 Oct 04:24 AM
BDBDManufacturingF&P shares halt - Haier offer coming?Fisher & Paykel Appliances shares have been halted pending an announcement, prompting speculation about an offer from Chinese company Haier.17 Oct 09:30 PM
ManufacturingNuplex board wants pay hike as workers goNuplex Industries is seeking to increase its non-executive directors' fee pool by 28 per cent, as it plans to shut plants and lay off factory workers on both sides of the Tasman.17 Oct 04:30 PM
ManufacturingLow takeup for Haier F&P offerChinese whiteware giant's takeover bid stalls as shareholders opt to 'wait and see'16 Oct 04:30 PM
