The kiwi shed more than 11% in 2024, and we already see more downsides.

“We expect investor support for a capital raise," Jarden's Arie Dekker said.

Market wage requirement replaces median wage rule but will it be properly enforced?

Around 80% of Air NZ's emissions from jet fuel are from international flights.

Australasian casinos are disproving the idea that the house always wins.

Industries will be presented with two options this month, the skills minister says.

US inflation data is due out on Thursday.

What happens when a pescatarian goes to the home of beef?

Large volumes across the Tasman weigh on New Zealand prices.

Gold gained 42% in NZ dollar terms last year, its value helped by falling interest rates.

The home goods store reported a 64.5% uptick in profits for 2024.

Central government works best when communities get a real say.

If it had set out to be disliked in NZ, BlackRock would be succeeding handsomely.

Pearls of wisdom from some of NZ's most perceptive business leaders.

The search is global and existing staff are welcome to apply.

Novitas says Pacific Edge’s CxBladder tests are ‘not payable’.

The downgrade comes ahead of Jan 26, when Briscoe's financial year ends.

From Spark losing its literal Mojo to fleeing talent and overpriced houses.

Five of our Fail File interviewees from the past year open up.

Fine dining is losing its shine.

Nine-metre prototype starts sea trials this month.

The vacuum retailer has relaunched its website in Australia.

Mfat’s cloud computing project suffered all sorts of issues in 2024.

NZ's 10th hottest year on record may also have been a world record-breaker.

Construction giant 'can be a great company again'.

Tahi Estate suffers setback in trademark spat.

This article was originally published on April 10, 2024.

Stephen Johnston has been watching markets since 1997.

Prices were up 24.7% in NZ dollar terms.

Miner Bathurst Resources suffered a financial hit from the West Coast tunnel closure.

Greenleaf Fresh administrators shut farmer down and seek a sale

Restoration funding is secured, but the theatre remains derelict.

This article was originally published in August 2024.

Soft tissue repair products show cost savings and faster wound healing.

The Clarkes have until next Wednesday to hand over items to PwC.

The golden run for gentailers as cash cows may be coming to an end.

The value of Infratil's holding has grown tenfold since acquisition.

Rail spur, port expansion and dry dock in line for fast-tracking at Northport.

Covid refugees facing a four-year time limit on tax status are forcing the issue.

Experts are picking a surge in mergers and acquisitions activity for 2025.

NZ's largest private company investor inked three high-profile deals in 2024.

A national conversation is needed on the affordability of NZ Superannuation.

Dine out on some of our top culinary finds from 2024.

Pearls of wisdom from some of NZ's most perceptive business leaders.

Housing market performance was ‘soggy’ in 2024.

From Budget 2025 to SolarZero hitting a big BlackRock.

We revisit those who shared what they learned about their failures and disappointments.

The job where your closest companion is a pager.

Jarden argues move would unlock new capital opportunities for NZX-listed companies.

For one highway, 90% of more than 12,000 submissions were against tolling.

From the Wall Street Journal: Analysts warn that the good times are not forever.

NZ needs to 'harden and defend' its critical infrastructure systems from attacks.

Flagship renewable fund acquired NZ solar pioneer for $110 million.

'Financial challenges' have affected vertical farmer's operations.

We revisit a popular BusinessDesk read from 2024.

Titles for Ingrid Collins, John Gallagher and Ted Manson.

Plant included in new legislation would provide up to 200 jobs.

Transpower chair Keith Turner says honour recognises electricity industry's dedication.

Decision on SkyCity’s suitability to operate Adelaide casino now expected in May.

Pearls of wisdom from some of NZ's most perceptive business leaders.

Drop represents a 62% decline since the 2022 peak.

Summer read: Capping stunts were an epic feature of graduation week in New Zealand.

Greg Hurrell's story was a popular read in November.

Revealing conversations with New Zealand’s top business and legal minds.

Five of our Fail File interviewees from the past year open up.

News, opinion, analysis from the world of investing.

Its shares have not traded in more than a year.

Murray Jones' story was one of BusinessDesk's most popular reads of the year.

From infidelity to bitcoin, these are our favourites.

'The liquidators reached a confidential settlement'.

Propellor Property Investments ordered to pay $136,671 in compensation.

Actually, the GDP figures weren’t all doom and gloom.

High Court asked to clarify use of certificates in wholesale investment sector.

It would be a serious dent in the Government's fiscal credibility.

A lot of work has to be done: here's how it's going to happen.

Independent Fisheries wanted to stay intact. Sealord agreed.

NZ Exchange-listed healthcare giant is scooping up market share across the Ditch.

An unsophisticated investor and healthcare worker's regrets.

This is despite it ditching its carbon neutral goal.

Thailand is looking at new markets for its famously stinky 'golden pillows'.

The country's biggest prescriber of medicinal cannabis is looking for $6 million.

A deep dive into the building materials sector has uncovered some surprises.

"You've got to take the opportunities that come along."

It has a stunning design, unmatched driving excitement and a big engine.

John Small temporarily steals Contact's Christmas and NZ's glum 2024 vibe.

Trump's agenda, Musk's ending of wokeness, bitcoin, and other predictions.

Contact wants 100% of the listed Manawa.

It is only a matter of time before Xero looks at listing its shares in the US.

The currency has increased in value from an estimated $24m.

For Contact Energy boss Mike Fuge, the night before Christmas was to be an exciting time.

Craigs has 650 staff and $32 billion in funds under advice.

It’s going to be one hell of a year.

The catalysts Xero needed: executive pay alignment and ambitious growth strategies.

Details of the dispute have yet to emerge.

Overseas carbon credits won't be cheap, as Treasury has warned.

The mayor wants to ditch the current plan change and lodge a new one next year.

Founder Andrew Wierda developed the prototype while working as a grad at EY.

2025 will be a year of change, restructures and ongoing fiscal constraints and restraints.

Coal is being replaced by expired covid tests and tyres with an eye on a 2030 target.