New forecasts from the NZIER say the economy is growing slowly this year and keep growing next year, but exports are threatened by a potential global slowdown.

Academic says it's important for banks to be seen as socially responsible.

Two companies associated with Terry Serepisos have been placed in receivership.

How much is too much to pay for rent?

New Zealand house prices appear to be overvalued by up to 25 per cent, the International Monetary Fund says.

The banks are desperate to lend...