Xero slowed its quarterly cash burn during July to September as customer receipts rose more quickly than its wage costs.

Stock markets have hit a bumpy patch with the global equity benchmark now down by around 11% in US$ terms since its 2015 high point.

The sharemarket's October dream run came to an end this week.

NZX may face the uncomfortable prospect of dropping out of its own benchmark index if its terrible share price performance doesn't improve.

The Shareholders Association says the PGC situation is 'farcical' but the NZX says there's no reason for de-listing PGC.

Financial risk insurer CBL Corporation has made its stock market debut this morning, raising $125 million. Its shares opened at $1.74 each.

NZX Regulation has suspended Pyne Gould Corp shares from trading for the second time in as many years.

A nationwide series of charging stations for electric vehicles such as the Tesla Model S would boost their acceptability and popularity, writes Juha Saarinen.

An insider trading inquiry into A2 Milk Co suitor, Dean Foods, is understood to have scuppered its takeover attempt.

Todd is the chief operating officer and finance director of Kathmandu - which is the subject of a hostile takeover.

Dairy giant yesterday revealed its latest payout forecast, dealing a blow to individual farmers, and the wider economy.

More than 50 jobs could be cut at Ports of Auckland if a proposal to partially automate straddle operations is approved.

Briscoe Group managing director Rod Duke defends his failed Kathmandu takeover offer saying it "fully reflects the value".

Kathmandu today rejected a takeover offer from Briscoe's Rod Duke.

IkeGPS is mulling a US listing but is first looking for a cornerstone shareholder from its major market.

The Super City has earned $391 million from shares in Auckland Airport and Ports of Auckland, which could be sold by the cash-strapped council.

Briscoe Group's takeover push for outdoor equipment and clothing retailer Kathmandu is gaining momentum.

The sale of shares in Auckland Airport and Ports of Auckland will be included in a wide-ranging review of new financing sources for Auckland Council.

Auckland Council's shares in the city's international airport and port facilities would be eagerly snapped up, say market players.

The sale of Auckland Council shares in Auckland Airport and Ports of Auckland looks set to be debated by councillors tomorrow.

UPDATED: A2 milk is forecasting earning to triple in 2016 with sales expected to rise faster than forecast.

New Zealand shares rose, buoyed by the prospect of lower interest rates making returns on equities more attractive.

With half of 2015 done and dusted, it's probably a good time to take stock of the sharemarket's winners and losers in the year to date.

The case is playing out in the Court of Appeal with the Crown arguing for the release of cloned devices and passwords.