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Housing outlook hits record high
Expectations of house price inflation have hit a record high in ASB's quarterly survey, while the numbers who consider it a good time to buy a house continue to fall.
Capital fights on in shadow of Auckland
Wellington is a city facing challenges and great competition from Auckland but commentators say it is by no means "dying" as Prime Minister John Key has claimed.
Petition falls short on signatures
The Grey Power-led petition to force a referendum on the Government’s partial asset sales policy has failed because it did not have enough signatures.
Key's apology over 'dying' Wellington
Prime Minister John Key has offered "an unreserved apology'' to any Wellingtonian offended by his comment that the capital city was "dying".
NZ CFOs cautiously optimistic but global fears remain
New Zealand's chief financial officers are feeling cautiously upbeat but remain worried about challenges in Europe.
NZ outperforming Australia, says BNZ
A comparison of some recent economic data shows New Zealand outperforming Australia.
Europe forced to rethink austerity measures
Fearing that a generation of Europeans is doomed to joblessness, the European Union is quietly side-lining the doctrine of austerity and instead placing its bet on encouraging growth.
Auckland house prices slip in April
Average house prices in Auckland fell from a record high last month, snapping a three-month advance as more properties came to market, according to new statistics.
Business leaders slam power plan
Labour and the Greens have defended their controversial electricity policy after New Zealand's business leaders issued an open letter asking them to withdraw it.
World dairy prices drop 7.3pc (+graphic)
Prices have fallen more than 7 per cent in the latest global dairy auction held overnight. It comes after a slight dip in prices two weeks ago.
Property prices reach high
Asking prices for property in New Zealand reached an all-time high last month, according to new figures.
Backwater regions can learn from Waikato - Joyce
Economic backwaters like Northland and Gisborne should learn from the West Coast, Waikato and Taranaki.
Anoop Singh: Global outlook positive for NZ
The backdrop is positive for New Zealand and will help offset some of the more domestic headwinds that are emerging, writes Anoop Singh.
Council to discuss marine precinct
Ambitious plans to create a $150 million world-class marine industry precinct at Hobsonville near a vast new housing estate have met with a limp reception.
Construction industry most optimistic - outlook survey
Businesses remain in a buoyant mood, ANZ's monthly business outlook survey found.
ANZ result tipped as sign of banking downturn
A decline in revenue at the ANZ - the country's largest bank - could signal a down-turn in earnings across the industry, says an expert.