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The Prime Minister's reshuffle was much needed but some ministers got off too lightly.
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Sluggish local demand and gathering storm clouds over the country’s trade outlook.
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Matthew Hooton: Luxon promises laser-focus on economy, but will his aim be off?
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Kiwi sharemarket rises from lull after rally in the States
Volumes were steady with 22.9 million shares worth $98.56m changing hands.
Westpac's Satish Ranchhod on food price inflation
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Food prices rise in December, driven by dairy, fruit, cooking oil
Non-alcoholic drinks and tobacco registered the biggest annual price increases.
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Kennards Hire is seeing inquiries grow for equipment, as its competitor reported a loss.
Letters: Politics trumps massive public interest in Treaty bill
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Loss of 190 jobs at ProLink, recruiter owes $3.8m
Migrants lose jobs at company linked to woman previously jailed over fake birth documents.
Renewed US trade war threatens China's 'lifeline'
Exports have historically been a key engine in the world's second-largest economy.
Employment confidence rises despite looming 5% unemployment rate forecast
Job market may have stabilised despite concerns over jitters.
Mortgage calls: When will borrowers see value in long term rates again?
Some may accept short-term pain for long-term gain.
Business confidence picks up, even in construction, NZIER says
More businesses entered the New Year with an optimistic mindset.
Lifestyle Magazine Group has $70,000 deficit, NZ Life & Leisure magazine continues with new owner
Printer Webstar is owed $67,000, trade creditors $28,000; the total owed is $95,000.
Job market: Nearly 6000 new roles filled in November, Stats NZ says
Service industries fuelled more hiring but bank says it could be 'temporary respite'.
New home consents up in November but down 12% annually
House-building costs only rose 1.1% in 2024, well below 2022′s increases.
New EMA boss John Fraser-Mackenzie: 2025 will still be a tough year
Summer questions: New head of business group on the outlook for 2025.
Survey of 200 Kiwi executives reveals a surging top concern
A report card for the Govt's first year and firms' top priorities, worst fears for 2025.
Nicola Willis on 2024, this year’s flat Budget and universal entitlements
The Finance Minister backs a call to look at targeting some currently universal benefits.
Nigeria to include ‘illegal’ activities when calculating GDP
Informal economy's shady deals could be included in new economic data.
'Expect sub-5% home loan rates'
A broker cites the potential for some mortgage rates to fall in the next month or so.
From police to Fifo: Hāwera family finds financial success in Oz
The family of five are in a far better financial position than they were in NZ.
Te Pāti Māori calls for deadline extension and Justin Trudeau resigns | NZ Herald News Update
Te Pāti Māori calls for deadline extension for Treaty Principles Bill submissions and Canada's Liberal Party in need of new leader following Justin Trudeau's resignation.
Inflation concerns pull rug out from Wall Street rally
Concerns Donald Trump's plans will reignite US inflation.
Inside Economics: What is the current account deficit and can the nation survive it?
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Richard Prebble: The New Year resolutions the Government should make
OPINION: It cannot continue with the same policies and expect different outcomes.
‘Sales declined significantly’: Barfoot & Thompson on December residential trade
'Given challenges, Auckland housing market came through the year in good shape.'
75% of completed units in new $450m village unsold: Summerset
Just 25% of units finished at new St Johns village are under contract: 75% unsold so far.
Economists pick the three big issues for NZ in 2025
Last year inflation was the big worry but it has now fallen down the list.
Green Building Council chief plans to bike less, run more
'I'll be camping in Aotearoa’s beautiful great outdoors. Wish us luck and sunny days.'