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Farnborough air show takes off
Boeing and Airbus have racked up billions of dollars worth of aircraft sales at the Farnborough Airshow.

Olam takeover promises much-needed Farming Systems capital
NZ Farming Systems Uruguay shareholders have been told not to sell their shares into an Olam takeover offer, at least until seeing an independent appraisal.

Olam launches full takeover for NZ Farming Systems Uruguay
Singapore's Olam International has announced a full takeover bid for NZ Farming Systems Uruguay.

Signs of US weakness hits world markets overnight
Stocks in Europe and the US fell after worse-than-expected US economic data bolstered concern about growth.

IMF head says Asia will help prevent global double-dip
Economic growth in Asia and Latin America will help the rest of the world avoid a double dip recession, says the head of the IMF.

Biggest fall in food prices for 50 years
Food prices dropped by 2 per cent in the past year - the largest annual fall since records began more than 50 years ago.

Access to Ikea goods in NZ comes at a cost
A Parnell business is making Ikea products available to Kiwis - at a premium.

NZ dollar edges higher against greenback, euro
The New Zealand dollar edged up against the greenback and euro overnight as markets waited for firms in the United States to start reporting second-quarter earnings results

NZ dollar pushes higher
The New Zealand dollar pushed up to its highest level in more than a week.

Made in NZ (yes, still)
Global recession hit hard, but it hasn't killed off New Zealand manufacturing. Suzanne McFadden went looking for signs of life.

NZ dollar peeks above US71c on risk appetite boost
The NZ dollar peeked above US71c for the first time since late June as good economic data from the US and Australia restored faith in the global economic recovery.

Govt uses rugby diplomacy to boost China ties
The Government is using "rugby diplomacy" - sending former All Blacks to China - to strengthen trade links.