They might not be wearing flash clothes, but some are earning huge dollars.

Grant Robertson says that New Zealand's economic foundations are strong.

Federica Mogherini says the EU is always a solid, reliable partner.

COMMENT: It's a bit like putting the produce laden cart before the lumbering Clydesdale.

Jacinda Ardern marked her return by launching 'Trade for All: have your say' consultation.

PM expected to make a trade announcement and face questions on economy and Wally Haumaha.

A symbol iconic of American life is struggling against the tough trade conditions.

COMMENT: Innovative companies and start-ups are expanding in the US tech sector.

NZ Ambassador to US to return home of his own volition.

Jump in second-half domestic enrolments relieves financially strapped polytechnics.

Influential billionaire Charles Koch warns Trump's policies could have a dire effect.

COMMENT:Trump's stance takes a socialist twist as US taxpayers pay farmers for their milk.

The tradesman said he felt betrayed after losing his job.

Rising demand for imports has widened the trade deficit to $4 billion.

COMMENT: For now, global sharemarkets are taking trade uncertainties in their stride.

David Parker welcomes UK move on FTA as he prepares for more trade talks in Mexico.

The economies included in the CPTPP account for 13.5 per cent of world GDP.

The stakes here are enormous.

Mike Hosking talks to Steven Joyce and Grant Robertson regarding fiscal hole. / Newstalk ZB

Dubbed China's richest bitcoin billionaire Li Xiaolai is the founder of Beijing's Bitfund

COMMENT: Presdient Donald Trump's trade war is turning the anecdotes against him.

Trump's threats to leave the WTO could have major repercussions.

Trump pulls the trigger on a trade war with China - which immediately plan to respond.

Unless a last minute deal is reached the US-China trade war begins tomorrow night.

The local economy remains solid, but there are increasing signs of a slowdown.

COMMENT: Recession worries are edging on to radar screens.

The cryptocurrency's 2018 crash may help cement its place in the bubble record books.

Traditional ad agencies are already under pressure from the likes of Facebook and Google.

Winston Peters says New Zealand is sticking with "Asia Pacific" rather than "Indo Pacific"