Waikato child drummer Indy Thomson, 10, takes family rock band on tour
“Kids will tell you what they really think.” It’s an observation that comes from experience. Indy first joined…
Tech drags down world stocks, oil dips on supply hopes
“The market likes to take two steps forward, one step back, and that’s the step-back phase.” After falling…
Middle East unrest and inflation worries push NZ shares lower – Market close
Today’s trade was set against another flare-up in the US-Iran conflict, which has essentially closed the Strait of…
Raglan World Surf League traffic plan hailed as buses move 5350 fans
“You can imagine how that could easily translate into chaos but it didn’t, so we’re pretty stoked with…
Whangārei CBD safety and parking worries spark call for urgent action
Perceived safety and social behaviour were key concerns, while car parking was also a worry for CBD businesses.…
Poll shows energy prices, global instability now greatest worries for New Zealanders
The polling, conducted between March 19 and 23, showed global conflict and international instability were key drivers of…
Iran conflict hits plastic supply chains as NZ manufacturers face 20-30% price spike
Speaking as part of her Iran update today, Finance Minister Nicola Willis said that while the Government had…
Dow surges above 50,000 for first time as US stocks regain mojo
US stocks had been under pressure this week, with the Nasdaq falling the last three sessions following big…
NZ sharemarket drops on more AI worries on Wall Street – Market close
“You’re obviously seeing investors rotate out of some of those high-flying tech and AI stocks that have done…
Wall Street jitters: KiwiSaver managers trim tech exposure amid AI bubble fears
KiwiSaver providers generally have exposure to US stocks because they account for about 60% of the world market.…
Reserve Bank sees house prices at the upper end of sustainable; worries about struggling businesses, pricey tech stocks and health insurance
The Reserve Bank said the impact on New Zealand exporters had been limited so far, with many diversifying…
China deflation worries flare as CPI falls more than expected – Nikkei Asia
China deflation worries flare as CPI falls more than expected Nikkei AsiaChina’s economy under pressure as consumer slump deepens Macau…