NZ annual trade deficit smallest in six years
Low imports led to a narrowing of the trade deficit.
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Formal free talks agreement begin for free trade deal as UK enters post-Brexit world.
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Fonterra is revisiting its capital structure but all signs are for slow progress.
Commerce Commission complaint laid about influencer Simone Anderson
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Shipping industry warns of trade logjam as crews remain stranded
Up to 400,000 crew remain stranded either at sea or at home by travel restrictions.
Trade Minister accuses EU of protectionism
Trade Minister accused European Union of protectionism after details of offer leaked.
Comment: NZ's trade reputation through the roof
Comment: Our reputation as a producer of food and beverages has never been higher.
Liam Dann: Why Australia will recover faster than NZ
Comparisons with our neighbours across the ditch are fun but not necessarily relevant.
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Silver lining in delay of NZ's $54m Expo push in Dubai
But leader of programme says fresh date could be key part of export reboot
Govt freezes Customs fee hikes to help exporters and importers
The Government has put a freeze on planned customs fee increases.
Trade ministers urge governments to march ahead on open trade, not retreat
More trade barriers would be the worst possible response to global economic uncertainty
Billboards to feature small business in free initiative to boost post-lockdown restart
Free ads with no strings attached for small businesses bouncing back from lockdown.
Liam Dann: Why oil crashed ... and why petrol prices haven't
Last week's oil crash was a history-making twist in a time of already epic events.
Local Focus: Rotorua businesses nervous about opening up in level 3
Optimism and dread in equal measure for businesses. Made with funding from NZ On Air.
Don McKinnon: Pandemic upheaval is a time to reveal our nation's spirit
COMMENT: We need to remain sure-footed on our relationships with other countries.
Could next season's milk price be better than thought?
Not everyone is gloomy about next season's milk price.
Liam Dann: Why strong lockdown gives NZ the economic edge
New Zealand needs to be smart about attracting new investment and finding new markets.
Double digit unemployment could see 275,000 Kiwis out of work
Finance Minister says unemployment headed to double digits, but real picture may be worse.
Covid-19: Mitre 10 confirms job losses
Cuts affect 5 per cent of Mitre 10's support centre team who were on fixed-term contracts.
Philip Burdon: Coronavirus and a new world order
COMMENT: The global consequences are going to be profound strategically and economically.
Investors brace for tough week as NZX dips
The local NZX-50 slumped again this morning following Wall Street's weekend lead.
Half-million infected as global economic toll rises
Global efforts to flatten the curve of COVID-19 brings economic damage into acute focus.
S&P: China now a bright spot as US outlook darkens
China's economy shrank dramatically the first quarter but is moving into recovery.
Coronavirus: New Zealand and Singapore commit to keeping supply chains open
NZ and Singapore have struck a deal to make sure medical supplies aren't held up.
Local Focus: Apple industry is immune to virus
Apple industry says fruit selling well overseas. Made with funding from NZ On Air.
The 2020 recession is 'here and now' - S&P Global
NZ faces at least three quarters of negative growth, global recession now inevitable.
Analysis: Only way is down for petrol as oil slump deepens
Crude oil prices have slumped again as Saudis dig in for showdown with Russia.
Liam Dann: Covid-19 is like a box of chocolates
It's a worry when a Hollywood star is more reassuring than the US President.
Liam Dann: Oil crash could be coronavirus GFC moment
A high stakes showdown between Russia and Saudi Arabia has rattled already weak markets
'Going into full price war': Oil plunges, fuel prices to follow
Oil prices have crashed further after Opec and Russia failed to reach a deal on supply
Hamish Rutherford: Time to consider lifting coronavirus travel ban?
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