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NZ consumer confidence extends slide in subdued Xmas lead-up
New Zealand consumers are feeling the heat of global economic conditions, with optimism falling for a fourth month in the lead-up to the important Xmas shopping period.
Chorus signs up $1.35b bank funding line
Chorus, now officially demerged from Telecom, has just secured a $1.35b bank facility. Photo / Supplied
ANZ reveal record $1b profit
ANZ Bank has reported a 25 per cent rise in annual profit in New Zealand, beating the $1 billion barrier with the help of a 59 per cent fall in bad debts.
ANZ swoop on Vital blow for investors'
Macquarie analyst says greater cost may come in the long term.
NZ Dollar Outlook: Kiwi may keep falling
The New Zealand dollar may extend its decline this week as investors, nervous about the slow progress being made on Europe's escalating sovereign debt crisis, sell growth-linked currencies for the relative safety of the greenback.
Consumers still upbeat, but less confident long term - survey
New Zealand consumers are still upbeat about how the economy is tracking, though their long-term confidence has tapered off in recent times, according to the latest consumer confidence survey.