Small BusinessConfidence lowest for Auckland businessesMost small to medium-sized companies are optimistic about the future but confidence in Auckland remains lower than in the rest of NZ, a survey has found.04 Oct 03:00 PM
EconomyFarmers 'won't go on spree' despite payoutDon't expect dairy farmers to be hitting the tractor stores or real estate offices anytime soon, despite the upgrade in their payout.22 Sep 04:00 PM
EmploymentLight at the end of the tunnel? Economic growth prospects riseFor the first time in over a year economic growth prospects have been revised upwards, an economic think-tank says.22 Sep 12:00 AM
New ZealandRecession 'done and dusted' – economistsJumping dairy prices and an improving employment market show the recession is over, say economists.21 Sep 03:40 AM
OpinionJohn Roughan<i>John Roughan</i>: Key has a green light from Goff to venture where politicians fear18 Sep 04:00 PM
Small BusinessWill National's revised emissions trading scheme have an effect on the economy?15 Sep 10:26 PM
Small BusinessMixed quarter for manufacturing sector Manufacturing sales volumes rose in the June quarter, but the value of sales fell as a result of lower prices.15 Sep 12:00 AM
New ZealandHalf of insulation scheme users low-income - GovtMore than half of the 8000 houses insulated under the Government's scheme belong to low-income earners, Energy Minister Gerry Brownlee says.14 Sep 11:18 PM
Small BusinessQuarter of job scheme places taken upEmployers have snapped up more than 1000 places under the Government's new Job Ops subsidy scheme for young people.14 Sep 04:00 PM
New ZealandRich keenest on hand-out for insulationBig earners are lining up for the home insulation subsidy, a survey suggests, prompting fears middle income earners will miss out. 14 Sep 04:00 PM
Official Cash Rate<i> Dollar Outlook:</i> Kiwi may grind higher as greenback stays out of favour14 Sep 03:30 AM
New ZealandLabour backs property tax, but not on family homesLabour leader Phil Goff says his party is prepared to discuss a capital gains tax with the Government, opening the way for an accord on a tax.13 Sep 04:00 PM
