Bolt launches in Auckland against Uber and DiDi: An early morning price test
Newcomer says it will have no surge pricing – at least at launch. Source: NZ Herald Business News
Nicola Willis considers allowing KiwiSaver withdrawals for farm purchases; critic says she’s opening a can of worms
Finance Minister Nicola Willis is seeking advice from Inland Revenue. Source: NZ Herald Business News
Kiwis working for longer as youth employment and older workforce rises
Data shows we're joining the workforce earlier and continuing to work later in life. Source: NZ Herald Business News
NZX 50 gains 0.2%, SkyCity loses spot on the 20 – Market close
Scales Corporation shares are up after it upgraded guidance. Source: NZ Herald Business News
Genesis Energy merges retail brands to simplify operations
Frank will merge into Genesis between June and September, allowing customer choice. Source: NZ Herald Business News
A $529 phone, bought in March, can only make 3G calls; IRD’s AI warning; Musk’s pain is Beck’s gain; a self-employed Wellington man scores a $15,760 Google Cloud refund – Tech Insider
PLUS: Elon Musk's pain is Sir Peter Beck's gain. Source: NZ Herald Business News
Opinion: China offers NZ certainty and long-term prosperity – Ambassador Wang Xiaolong
Opinion: 'The key to our success lies in dialogue, collaboration and mutual benefit.' Source: NZ Herald Business News
NZ red meat exports up 34% in April, hitting $1.21 billion
Sheepmeat exports to the EU reached 8689 tonnes, up 53% in volume. Source: NZ Herald Business News
Wonky Box launches initiative to save flowers from landfill
Wonky Box will launch flower subscription boxes this month. Source: NZ Herald Business News
KiwiSaver hardship withdrawals hit new heights amid cost of living crisis
KiwiSaver hardship withdrawals have spiked to new highs. Source: NZ Herald Business News