
Trump economy ‘already ending badly’
'Baked-in incoherence' will stop Trump producing a coherent new world order.

Cameron Bagrie: Banks' incredible ‘downturn’ numbers
We desperately need an appetite for risk in this economy.

The Ryan Doctrine: Legacy of an auditor general
Trust in the public sector and timely performance reporting are key concerns for Ryan.

Former school lunch provider in liquidation
Secret Chef stopped trading in December last year.

David Chaplin: Why women win the long-game in KiwiSaver
Average KiwiSaver balances are a small victory for women in the gender wars.

‘The whole back end is down’: James Pascoe stores face IT issues
The issues have led to at least one temporary store closure.

Sarah Mitchell: When the fast-track isn’t the best track
Key considerations for businesses and the Fast-Track Approvals Act.

$150m Manukau Supa Centa up for sale
It's considered the largest centre ever offered for sale in New Zealand.

Dileepa Fonseka: Trump, trade, and NZ’s next move
US power is not predictable nor reliable, but what does this mean for New Zealand?

My Net Worth: Allana Coulon, managing partner, MartinJenkins
"When something needs to get done, you pitch in, help out, and get it done."

Review: Dinner with the friendly Ghost
"Ghost Street is about flavour – big, expressive and comforting flavours."

Fail File: Raynor Asher, KC
'Such joy that is available should be taken without hesitation or reservation.'

Simon Robertson: Transparency: the biz case for shining a light
US Supreme Court jurist highlighted the value of publicity in fighting corruption.

On The Money: Shihad, woke, a grocery breakfast, and more ...
No prizes for guessing which investment summit attendee is a Shihad fan.

‘Grossly unfair’: Staff at Hatch owner FNZ revolt over capital raise
Some employees say their retirement funds have disappeared due to dilution.

Property manager Haven Living in liquidation
It was the second attempt to wind up the firm, following an earlier $1.5m deal with IRD.

FNZ employee shareholders revolt over latest capital raise
Long-standing employees believe new raise halves their holdings.

Data shows the effect of fickle weather on energy system
Electricity generation wound back as industrial demand reduced.

Air NZ’s NY flights moving to new terminal
Advanced technology and expanded facilities will provide a smoother travel experience.

Aussie infra investor commits to five NZ PPP bids
Plenary says NZ is a 'priority market' and confirms Northland Expressway bid.

Cameron Bagrie: ‘Boom, bap, boom’: A rating downgrade roll
A margin of excellence rating downgrade could dent NZD sentiment.

Peter Griffin: A creator-led answer to the mediapocalypse
Each wave of redundancies is hollowing out our mainstream media outlets.

Golden visas spark 409% rise in NZTE page views
International investment agency kicks off visa roadshow amid investor frenzy.

NZ exporters face ‘regulatory whiplash’ from possible EU backsliding
The trading bloc is pulling back on climate and sustainability reporting.

Libelle’s downfall raises question about school lunch procurement process
Group has been under fire since start of term.

Banks' net interest margin spread between NZ and Australia increases
Net interest margins were flat at 2.34%.

‘I don’t really sleep enough’: Chris Bishop is ‘frustrated’ at the pace of change
Minister sees a chance to make a difference in important areas.

Manawa takeover: Contact pushes back against regulator’s arguments
Follow the law, is Contact's message.

Libelle’s downfall raises procurement process question
Plus: The Pita Pit and Subway deal that could have been.

David Chaplin: The 125-year investment birthday celebration
“Good investment decisions ... can sometimes have disappointing outcomes.”

Supreme Coffee pursuing ‘aggressive growth’ in Aus
The private equity-backed coffee business acquired a roastery in Sydney last month.

David Downs: Why Aotearoa NZ’s brand matters in today’s world
NZ's brand is strong, and it matters.

Milking the Markets: Potential Mainland IPO taking shape
René Dedoncker and Paul Victor are racking up Airpoints this week.

Port retries fast-track bid after little blue penguin setback
Port of Auckland is seeking consent for two major wharf projects.

Trump’s trade war to sideline NZ business investment
The effects NZ businesses forecast from latest tariff moves.

Maria Slade: Staying afloat is a case of ‘subbie beware’
A construction industry veteran offers advice born of cold, hard experience.

My Net Worth: Nick Stanhope, chief executive, AIA NZ
"Everything in life is part of learning."

Orr the Money: Tariffs, frying pans, and mOrr ...
The people that sacked themselves this week, and those that didn't.

Controversial developer plans new style of high-returning investment
Anthony Corin has two failed projects behind him.

Controversial developer offers new high-returning investment
Anthony Corin says by removing the middlemen, he creates returns of 25% to 30%.

Tech titans eye NZ’s new golden visas
Investors with tens of millions were 'priced out of the market'. Not any more.

Company for procuring Cook Strait ferries officially registered
Ferry Holdings Ltd is meant to lead procurement of two new Cook Strait ferries.

Satellite broadband battle heats up Downunder
Amazon's fledgling Kuiper satellite service takes on Elon Musk's Starlink.

Why New Zealand’s ‘No 8 Wire’ thinking won’t cut it
BCG report says NZ has been spreading its bets too thin to hit the jackpot.

Concerns raised before school lunch suppliers won contract
Officials had concerns about Compass and Libelle in September.

Adrian Orr stands up Ben Bernanke as he goes on leave
The former chairman of the US Federal Reserve is due at a Wellington conference.

Why RBNZ Governor Adrian Orr left now: A plausible theory
The list of reasons for choosing to go now is surprisingly long.

Miraka CEO Karl Gradon resigns citing personal and family reasons
He has led the Māori-owned dairy processor since 2022.

Sweeping tariffs threat for NZ agriculture
'Have fun!' Trump tells US farmers - but President provides few details.

Hellers private equity owner backs NZ IPO
Public listing of the sausage maker would be juicy for NZ investors, Adamantem says.

Govt green fund knocked back BlackRock
Global investor failed to convince NZ to invest in $2 billion sustainability fund.

Tough times continue for retirement village sector
Property market won't offer relief in the next three years, industry leader says.

Pāmu to stick with Synlait Milk in the South Island
Synlait has been working hard to retain its suppliers.

Pāmu to stick with Synlait Milk in the South Island
The processor has also kept another significant supplier.

NZ economic recovery: signs of life but pulse still weak
The recovery, barring an external shock, is forecast to pick up in the second half.

Prison, roading project among limited pool of ‘short-term’ PPPs
Investment summit 'not just about the short term or quick fixes', minister says.

A $12b plan to build a transtasman electricity cable
Taslink says electricity trading between NZ and Australia is possible.

The push for a 14% infrastructure tax rate
Corporates chase 14% tax rate on infrastructure and more deductions for foreign lenders.

School lunch supplier scrambles amid ‘manufacturing shortfall’
School lunch supplier forced to outsource about 40% of meals this week.

Property owners homeless after joint ventures gone wrong
Two homeowners are ruing the day they joined forces with developer Anthony Corin.

Dileepa Fonseka: More strategy and less secrecy for summit, please
What can New Zealand learn from a similar foreign investment push in the UK?

Connecting Northport to the rail network still years away
KiwiRail has acquired more than 90% of the land for its Marsden Point rail spur.

Market optimism dissipates as soft earnings season sinks in
Salt Funds director Matt Goodson said the disclosures left a lot to be desired.

Gentailers results show loss of confidence in gas
The lessons of last winter will be tested in the coming months.

Spark launches ‘cost-effective’ AI clone ad campaign for Skinny
No savings were quantified but lower costs are a feature of the ad campaign.

Xiaomi SU7 Ultra officially unleashed: ‘world’s fastest production four-door sedan’
The electric supercar can go from 0 to 100km/h in just 1.98 seconds.

The inside story of how Trump came to name the ‘Gulf of America’
Liberals' joke now symbolises the tenor of President's early days back in office.

Taiwan players go nuclear in Chinese invasion board game
The challenge is to thwart attackers until friendly forces arrive.

On the Money: Tall Blacks, Neal Barclay, cockroaches, Andrew Reding, Wayne Brown and more...
The flight from hell – for some passengers – and a fumigation task.

Fail File: Tracey Martin, Aged Care Association CE
'If you want what you want, don’t blink ... It’s like political chicken'.

Game on: tactical investing risks
Writing down your mistakes before they happen is easier than owning up to them later.

Vet wholesaler latest Ebos buy
Ebos group is expanding its animal care division by adding SVS Veterinary Supplies.

Police formal warning over Te Pāti Māori accounts
Late filing of accounts is a breach of the law.

Soft trading flips Ryman’s equity raise dynamics
Concern for retail shareholders has given way to concern for underwriters.

Port of Tauranga ups guidance as profits bounce back
After a challenging 2024 financial year, Port of Tauranga has bounced back

Cameron Bagrie: The rising cost of everything
You do not need to look far to see an entrenching inflation theme.

DDL receivers get High Court approval to modify land covenant
The DDL Homes group collapsed in 2022/2023 owing about $40 million.

DDL receivers secure lifeline for non-compliant homes
Court removes restrictions that could have prevented sales.

Higher volumes help Seeka return to profitability
Horticulture group reports a record profit of $29.7m.

Bleecker Street report brings down Rocket Lab share price
Law firm looking at whether the company violated securities law.

NZTA appoints delivery manager to steer massive work programme
Andrew Steven is former chair of Infrastructure NZ.

Economic recovery: Some green shoots, leaves not so much
Improving business sentiment has yet to translate into consumer confidence.

Mercer KiwiSaver funds dip into private debt investing
Providers need more options to generate returns, says Padraig Brown.

LNG imports too expensive, but bespoke option still on table
Scramble for gas cost Meridian dearly.

Mercury takes winter hit, prepares for the next
Lower generation and higher energy costs hit earnings.

Talley’s court scrap with Bathurst bursts into the open
Food group is trying to sue its joint venture shareholder.

For sale: Alliance Group's former Smithfield plant
Now-closed Smithfield freezing works site on the market.

Second attempt to liquidate Haven Living
At least two apartment complexes seek to recover hundreds of thousands of dollars.

Talley’s court scrap with Bathurst bursts into the open
First signs of why the Motueka food empire is suing its coal mining partner.

Port of Auckland reports $42m first-half profit
'We are well on our way to delivering a million dollars a week to the city'.

‘We’d welcome Fonterra IPO with open arms’: NZX
IPOs have been in short supply – but NZX could soon land a biggie.