World markets rose overnight after intervention by the Bank of England and the European Central Bank eased fears about the European debt crisis.

New Zealand shares rose yesterday, with OceanaGold, ANZ, Westpac and AMP leading the gains as equities reflected more optimism over Europe.

Outgoing NZX chief executive Mark Weldon has knocked back speculation that he has political ambitions. Market watchers are giving a mixed verdict on his ten years at the helm.

The 'New Telecom' - formed when its Chorus network business is split off in November will be the third biggest company on the NZX and a potential takeover target.

Mark Weldon has announced he is stepping down as chief executive of NZX Ltd, the operator of the New Zealand Stock Exchange. NZX has just confirmed Weldon told the board he will step down as chief executive in the first half of next…

Now the dust has settled on 'Double-Downgrade Day', it's worth looking at what it all means.

A week of market volatility has not been enough to put off New Zealand's gold investors.