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New data shows economy holding up despite business gloom
Two sets of data indicate the economy is still ticking away.
Two sets of data indicate the economy is still ticking away.
Argentines are struggling in what was once one of the world's most prosperous nations.
The New Zealand dollar dropped to a new two-and-a-half year low.
VW Polo buyers face delays due to the high demand.
The survey is the final set of data economists will use to firm up latest GDP forecasts.
The tax working group is expected to release its interim report this month.
COMMENT: The US President is at least partly responsible for some progress of the economy.
A new fund represents a big step towards greater economic sovereignty for Māoridom.
Comment: Don't expect changes to the corporate tax rate, or any shifts in GST.
COMMENT: Ten years on we are still living with the fallout.
A decade after the Lehman Brothers collapse, risk of another debt crisis is growing.
Investors flocked to Japan's currency in the lead up to Trump's latest tariff decision.
Everyday items are set to become much more expensive for Americans.
There is concern that debt laden emerging markets won't cope with rising interest rates.
Card spending in August goes against talk of sliding business confidence.
The signs are that methane from livestock will be treated differently to CO2 emissions.
Business might be gloomy, but the money keeps rolling in.
Germany, China and Italy are also facing declining business confidence.
COMMENT: Business is waking up to the need to reduce carbon emissions
COMMENT: Ignore business confidence; it's a politically biased gauge.
COMMENT: I'm open-minded about a CGT. I just worry the politicians will get it wrong.
With the market tipping near its Everest, many investors are wondering whether to sell.
COMMENT: Confidence is relative and depends on which business world you are talking to.
Switch away from fossil fuels means worldwide economy will need to change, scientists say.
Comment: The cycle is past its peak, but this economy isn't falling off a cliff.
Higher depreciation, and a generation revaluation have knocked net profit
EDITORIAL: Business confidence should be lifted by the PM's speech yesterday.
COMMENT: Successful businesses are resilient and cope with change, writes David McLean.
COMMENT: The new chair pitched a tired old complaint that's worked for the co-op before.
The NZ Institute of Economic Research has revised down growth outlook but remains positive