War-driven fertiliser shortage risks higher fresh food prices for shoppers
Much of the Middle East’s fertiliser production – like crude oil and gas – has to pass through…
China consumer inflation hits three-year high as producer deflation eases
BEIJING, CHINA – NOVEMBER 6: Women wearing Qing Dynasty-style costumes take photos inside the Forbidden City on November…
Oil shock sees markets plunge: What the big price spike means for the economy
“Unfortunately, things are likely to get worse before they get better. We’re bracing for much higher volatility, with…
Fed Governor Miran says job losses in February add to the case for more interest rate cuts
Federal Reserve Governor Stephen Miran said Friday that the weak February jobs report bolsters the rationale for the…
Petrol and Diesel Prices Soar, Reaching New Seven-Day High
The recent surge in petrol and diesel prices in the UK has led to widespread panic among drivers.…
Middle East war shakes sharemarkets as bond yields and oil prices jump
New Zealand 10-year bond yields are at 4.51% from 4.35% at the start of the week, while the…
Petrol prices increase by as much as 14 cents in first week of Middle East conflict
At BP Wanaka, petrol hit $2.90 this week. Meanwhile, the price of 95 octane petrol has already surpassed…
Australian watchdog warns petrol companies over Middle East fuel price hikes
NRMA spokesman Peter Khoury told news.com it usually takes between seven and 10 days for any increases in…
New Zealand prices of ‘anything attached to fuel’ will rise, logistics boss warns
He said he expected to see an impact in fuel pricing soon which would flow through to freight,…
China sets lowest GDP growth target on record at 4.5% to 5%
Xi Jinping, China’s president, center, attends the opening session of the Chinese People’s Political Consultative Conference (CPPCC) at…
Five in a row: GDT streak continues with 5.7% surge – NZ Herald
Five in a row: GDT streak continues with 5.7% surge NZ HeraldButter price pain set to stay as global…
China is set to kick off its big policy meeting. What will be the key announcements?
A Chinese People’s Liberation Army (PLA) soldier stands guard in front of the National Museum of China in…