EconomyGovt's operating balance healthier than expectedThe Government's bank balance is better than forecast ahead of next month's Budget, but its income from tax has taken a hit.08 Apr 11:22 PM
New ZealandRental property tax creates 'wrong incentives' - TreasuryTreasury Secretary John Whitehead says the rental property tax scheme creates the wrong incentives.01 Apr 03:00 PM
Personal FinanceAnother finance company collapsesVision Securities has gone into receivership, but Treasury says $28m of investors money is safe.01 Apr 01:45 AM
New ZealandSix departments in the gun as Govt hunts for leakersUp to six Government departments face investigation in the hunt for the sources of leaked Cabinet papers.18 Mar 03:00 PM
Official Cash RateFinancial markets now 'back to normal' says EnglishNew Zealand's financial markets are "back to normal", says Finance Minister Bill English.10 Mar 12:15 AM
New ZealandCity powerless on its biggest issueThe Government intends to give control of transport in the Super City to a largely unelected board.08 Mar 03:00 PM
OpinionFran O'Sullivan<i>Fran O'Sullivan</i>: Key's credibility on line with finance hub16 Feb 03:00 PM
InvestmentChange in property rules 'inevitable'The status quo for property investors cannot be sustained, Tax Working Group member John Shewan says.09 Feb 09:52 PM
InvestmentRelief in property circles as most tax options ruled outThe vice-president of the Property Investors Federation is relieved that most housing tax options were ruled out in Prime Minister John Key's speech yesterday, but he is wary of what is to come.09 Feb 03:00 PM
PoliticsFive big takeouts that business expects from Key's speechHow will business judge John Key's economic plans? Pretty well - if he meets the five key criteria, writes Fran O’Sullivan.07 Feb 10:30 PM