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Current account deficit lowest in 20 years
NZ's annual current account deficit reached its lowest level in more than two decades in the year to March, new figures show.

Cosmetics ingredient could get under skin
Kiwi women are applying makeup that contains potentially toxic materials which have been removed from stores overseas.

Fancy a feed of fancy crab? Sorry, there's a catch ... well, no catch
Auckland supplies of an imported seafood delicacy have run out.

Cult coffee not to be pooh-poohed
Kopi luwak is a blend made from the droppings of small cat-like creatures found in Indonesia, and costs $50 for 50g here.

<i>Fran O'Sullivan: </i>Tango with Russia shows promise
There's been a victory in the long quest for a Russia free trade deal.

Specialist companies see big opportunities in store
Specialist companies see big opportunities in store with prospects of a Russian trade deal.

First NZ annual trade surplus since 2002
NZ recorded its first annual trade surplus in nearly eight years in the year to April, Statistics NZ says.

March trade surplus as exports top $4bn for only the second time
Dairy products helped push the value of exports to more than $4 billion for only the second time on record.

India free trade deal could mean big things for NZ agriculture
A free trade deal with the highly protected Indian economy could mean big things for New Zealand agriculture exporters.