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<i>Dollar Outlook:</i> Kiwi faces heavy start to 2011 against greenback
The New Zealand dollar faces pressure in its first full week of trading in 2011 as support for the greenback is bolstered by upbeat US data and renewed fears about European debt.
Time for corporate America to confirm Wall St optimism
It's time now for corporate America to confirm the optimism that has led shares on Wall Street to six weeks of gains.
Ratings agency confirms 'heartland' bank ratings
The new 'heartland bank' formed by Canterbury Building Society and Souther Cross will come into being tomorrow, with an investment grade crdit rating and NZX listing expected next month.
Commodities slide on world markets overnight
Commodities slid, taking stocks on Wall St. lower overnight, amid concern that rising food and raw materials prices would cut into corporate profits.
Leading questions: Sarah Mehrtens
Business leaders share their approach to money and lessons they've learned.
Goldbugs see no end to price rises
Gold investors have high hopes about price rises continuing in 2011.
Bank urges taxpayer to relax ban on cash bonuses
Royal Bank of Scotland wants to start paying its top performers cash bonuses of up to £50,000 again.
<i>Bernard Hickey :</i>Why Australian banks are crucial if NZ goes bankrupt
What would happen if the world judged New Zealand Inc was unable to service its debts?
China adds to positive tone on world markets
Equities on Wall Street began the final five-day trading week of the year on a positive note amid takeover news and optimism about the global economy.