NZ's monthly trade deficit narrowed in November as imports declined from earlier periods which were boosted by aircraft arrivals.

COMMENT: John Key was aware of the high stakes when it came to New Zealand and China, but his commitment was clear, writes Stephen Jacobi.

A Taiwanese investor is providing a shot in the arm which could be a "game-changer".

Wall Street moved higher, as did US Treasuries and gold, as investors remained upbeat about the outlook but also stocked up on more defensive assets.

China is to return a US Navy underwater drone after its military scooped up the submersible in the South China Sea.

Shopping centres were packed with shoppers today as the scramble to buy last-minute Christmas presents intensifies.

The price of whole milk powder, New Zealand's key commodity export, is likely to be little changed next week.

A new trade agreement is going to be a priority for New Zealand's new High Commissioner to London.

An "awkward" video of Theresa May at the EU summit has emerged in which the Prime Minister appears to be ignored.

Insider trading is a complex, controversial offence with a reputation for being under-detected and under-prosecuted but are the penalties fair?

Wall Street was mixed, after both the Dow and the S&P 500 touched record highs again, while oil prices rallied amid a fresh agreement

The business community is welcoming Bill English's appointment to Prime Minister, but asking: can he keep up Key's skillful diplomacy?

Fonterra has told investors in the cooperative's unit fund that it's critical the government continues driving regional and multi-lateral trade agreements.

Seasonally adjusted sales rose 1 per cent in the three months ended September 30, following a 1.7 per cent gain in the second quarter.

A young Christchurch builder allegedly sacked via text didn't tell his family and for a week pretended to go to work every morning.

Wall Street climbed to fresh records as optimism about the outlook for the US economy prevailed.

Wall Street rose, pushing both the Dow and the S&P 500 to record highs.

Outgoing Prime Minister John Key has been tipped as a potential candidate to head the International Monetary Fund.

John Key's surprise resignation has created an environment of uncertainty and leaves many unanswered questions, says Auckland Chamber

Wall Street rose, with the Dow climbing to a fresh record, as did oil prices.

Donald Trump issued a dramatic warning to companies that they would face "retribution" if they move American jobs overseas

The New Zealand business community says the economy is in good shape, but an impact could be seen at the next election.

Harmoney misled consumers into thinking they had been pre-approved for a personal loan.

COMMENT: John Key tries to smooth fears of a rising tide of US protectionism.

Trump is shocked that Carrier took him literally. That doesn't bode well for his many promises.

COMMENT: Every time I crossed a border in South America these past few weeks I was glad to be from New Zealand.

The US needs to continue to play a leading role when it comes to global trade agreements, Dennis Muilenburg says.

A New Zealand company is selling "tens of thousands" of canisters of New Zealand air to China every month.

Owners of a top Wellington restaurant could be left tens of thousands of dollars out of pocket from last month's earthquake.

Trade Minister Todd McClay will lead the first trade delegation from New Zealand to Iran in 12 years.