Top business stories from nzherald.co.nz for Wed, Apr 01:
Bollard concerned about higher long term rates
Reserve Bank Governor Alan Bollard has taken the unusual step of issuing a statement expressing his concern at a recent rise in long term wholesale interest rates.
How long to fix a mortgage? The pros and cons
ASB bank economists have today published their latest home loan rates report, written before Bollard's announcement this morning.
Fletcher Building looking to raise over $500m
Construction giant Fletcher Building has announced plans to raise between $465 million and $505 million of new equity to reduce net debt.
NZ broadband dramatically improved, says new report
New Zealand's broadband speed and quality improved in the last quarter of 2008 as newer, faster ADSL2+ technology was installed.