EmploymentMore workers get wage rises, jobs softSalary and wage rates, including overtime, grew 1.7 per cent in the year to the December quarter, says Statistics New Zealand.31 Jan 10:30 PM
EconomyHousing data 'probably cannot get any worse' - economistBuilding consent figures fell sharply in December, with one economist saying they probably cannot get any worse.31 Jan 03:37 AM
Small BusinessPetrol prices push November retail sales upRetail sales rose a 1.5 per cent or $82 million in November from October, boosted by rises to vehicle and fuel sales, Statistics New Zealand says.20 Jan 10:30 PM
Small BusinessGuest nights up 2pc in November as NZers flock to AucklandGuest nights in short term commercial accommodation rose 2pc in November, as a big rise in domestic nights in Auckland more than overcame an overall fall in international nights.18 Jan 10:30 PM
AgribusinessNovember exports soar 19 per centExports were up 19 per cent in November with the annual trade balance for that month a surplus of $1.3 billion - the first since 2001.09 Jan 11:00 PM
AgribusinessTerms of trade up 3pc last quarterFalling fuel prices helped lift New Zealand's terms of trade 3 per cent in the September quarter.09 Dec 10:45 PM
BDBDEconomyConsumers loosen wallets in NovemberElectronic card transactions at retailers rose 1.1pc in November, after climbing 1.2pc in the previous month, says new data out today.08 Dec 11:00 PM
BDBDAgribusinessTrade deficit smaller than expectedNZ posted a smaller-than-expected trade deficit in October as the nation lifted exports, led by a surge in shipments of dairy and logs.28 Nov 10:43 PM
EconomyBig jump in Kiwis leaving NZMore Kiwis left to live permanently overseas in October than in any month since January 2009.21 Nov 10:30 PM
New ZealandMore births, and women still live longerAll NZ regions had more births than deaths in the past year, with Auckland contributing 45 per cent of NZ's natural increase.19 Nov 01:40 AM
