NZ sharemarket ends up again, end of year in sight – Market close
All today's action was on Wall Street, with technology stocks linked to AI bouncing back. Source: NZ Herald Business News
Genesis Energy faces complaint over alleged Huntly power plant code breach
The authority says missed instructions can risk regional power outages. Source: NZ Herald Business News
SolarZero collapse: Liquidators claw back $2.7m but creditor claims two trusts owed $979m
Liquidators say they are still investigating the company a year after they were appointed. Source: NZ Herald Business News
Why home loan applicants might face an extra wait
Some banks have paused pre-approvals, pushing new applications into early 2026. Source: NZ Herald Business News
FMA board shake-up as Steven Bardy named deputy chair from 2026
The appointment comes as FMA chair Craig Stobo is under investigation. Source: NZ Herald Business News
Deloitte Top 200 2025: Top 30 financial institutions lift profits 10.6% in 2025
Motor Trade Finance debuts at rank 27 with assets of $1228m. Source: NZ Herald Business News
NZ sharemarket starts Christmas week up 1.31% – Market close
Fisher and Paykel led the way with 99 gainers and 41 decliners on the main board today. Source: NZ Herald Business News
FMA warns Chance Voight investors over Bernard Whimp payment requests
Bernard Whimp is seeking investor 'donations' to cover his mounting legal costs. Source: NZ Herald Business News
NZ retail spending picks up before Christmas but is still down on last year
Consumer spending through Worldline NZ’s payment network picked up in mid-December. Source: NZ Herald Business News
Couple lose complaint over 5-year fixed home loan and $50k break fee
The couple faced an estimated $45,000 to $50,000 fee to exit their deal with a bank. Source: NZ Herald Business News