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Stock Takes: Baby milk trade faces regulation
Australasian infant formula stocks have proved a pretty good bet lately.
'This economic downturn is awesome'
COMMENT: No inflation, interest rates are set to fall again and the Government is promising a spend-up to make Auckland even cooler, writes Liam Dann.
Is there an efficient and easy way to set goals?
Deep motivation and big picture thinking are at the heart of goalsetting, writes Robyn Pearce.
Brent Sheather: As simple as possible, but no simpler
Brent Sheather talks over simplification.
Christopher Niesche: Woolworths' bright idea ... that wasn't
This is a story about Countdown's owner and one of the biggest ever corporate bungles.
Liam Dann: It's time to think radically
We are going to have to start thinking more radically about how we change the housing dynamic in Auckland, writes Liam Dann.
Fran O'Sullivan: Crackdown threat to property boom
A Chinese crackdown on capital flight has the potential to bring the Auckland housing market's bull run to a grinding halt, writes Fran O'Sullivan.
Small Business: Flexible working - Keri Johnston, Irricon Resource Solutions
Small Business editor Caitlin Sykes talks to business owners about flexible working.
John Drinnan: Tremors from over the Tasman
Long-awaited Australian law reform could shake up New Zealand media, too.
Brian Fallow: Bad news for oil, good news for NZ
Oil prices have hit record lows - and expect them to go lower.
Fran O'Sullivan: Body corp moves by Govt long overdue
Body corporates are governed by executive committees elected by members (owners), writes Fran O'Sullivan. Their competency ranges from highly skilled professionals to the palpably incapable.
Small Business: Flexible working - Ryan Baker, Timely
Small Business editor Caitlin Sykes talks to business owners about flexible working.
Liam Dann: Why low prices are bad news
Inflation is at its lowest since 1999 - and that's at the heart of the biggest problem facing the economy.
Small Business: Flexible working - Richard Poole, GrownUps
Small Business editor Caitlin Sykes talks to business owners about flexible working.
Liam Dann: Optimists winning again
Current market turmoil aside things look good for solid growth through 2016.
What scares big business the most
These are the problems and crises that keep companies up at night.
Fran O'Sullivan: Climate, China and property head NZ's risk list
Next week's World Economic Forum meeting in Davos will provide key insights into the major risks this year.
Juha Saarinen: iTravel and iTravails
Juha Saarinen talks iTravel and iTravails tips for those travelling to unfamiliar destinations.
McClay ready to make his TPP sales pitch
COMMENT: Trade Minister Todd McClay is not an openly combative politician, writes Fran O'Sullivan.
John Drinnan: Sky TV's big battle
The mainstream battle for pay TV subscribers will likely heat up during the New Year.
All companies need to innovate or die
IP firm AJ Park says entrepreneurs that created companies such as Uber, Dropbox and SurveyMonkey are showing us the future of business.
The best ways to pay off Christmas bills
Five expert tips on how to make your money go further this year.
Get financially fit and retire happy
What's a new year without resolutions? Here are some expert tips for retirees.
Fran O'Sullivan: White gold, trade deal, the flag
What caught the eye in 2015 -- business columnist Fran O'Sullivan looks back at an eventful year.
Ten tips to be a better investor
Barry Ritholtz talks 10 tips to be a better all-around investor.
Bernard Hickey: The big booms and busts of 2015
Bernard Hickey: This has been a big year for the NZ economy, ranging from an extended slump for the dairy payout to a big boom for tourism and Auckland house prices.
Mary Holm: Bonus hard to find in Bonus Bonds
Mary Holm talks kids, Bonus Bonds and buying a home.
Brian Gaynor: Focus on funds not without its risks
Exchange Traded Funds (ETFs), or passive investment funds, have grown rapidly over recent years.
Brian Fallow: Making a market in carbon
The Paris Agreement on climate change ticked one essential box from a narrow national point of view: it countenances the use of international trading in carbon credits to meet countries' emissions targets.