Business stability slumps across Tasman

Analysts say Australian companies are facing an increased risk of financial problems or insolvency.

A Dun and Bradstreet report on corporate risk shows business stability is in decline.

The report found the number of companies at "moderate" or "very high" risk is the highest it has been in 18 months at nearly 38 per cent.

The report found the outlook was influenced by fuel prices and interest rates rises.

- RADIO AUSTRALIA