Fletcher Building construction sale to Vinci: What it means for dividends and debt
The sale is expected to cut debt back towards Fletcher Building’s target range. Source: NZ Herald Business News
NZ’s low productivity is often blamed on businesses staying small. That could be a strength in 2026 – Rod McNaughton
OPINION: A two-person export-focused start-up can outperform a 20-person local office. Source: NZ Herald Business News
Property Insider: Invites to $3b of projects in two days. What a way to start 2026
Ouch. Turning down an invitation to the ceremony marking the $2b Mainland event hurt. Source: NZ Herald Business News
ANZ’s new floating interest rate means an extra $12m in profit – expert
The rate rise to 5.79% could deliver ANZ about $12m in extra profit a year. Source: NZ Herald Business News
NZ sharemarket starts week down 1% – Market close
The S&P/NZX 50 Index closed at 13,580.29, down 137.81 points or 1%. Source: NZ Herald Business News
Christchurch-Vanuatu flights to start for first time this winter on Solomon Airlines
Island airline also announces Auckland expansion and multiple new Pacific routes. Source: NZ Herald Business News
‘She’s new in the job’ – Prime Minister and Finance Minister weigh in on Winston Peters’ rebuke of RBNZ Governor
The Governor should have sought advice before signing, the PM says. Source: NZ Herald Business News
Ruby High St store closing after 24 years amid Auckland CBD safety fears
Ruby's High St store, opened in 2002, was the brand's first retail space. Source: NZ Herald Business News
Dunedin to lose 3G tomorrow as One NZ begins shutdown
Many devices beyond phones rely on 3G. 2degrees' shutdown already underway. Source: NZ Herald Business News
$2500 a day: Dunedin hospital Crown manager’s fee more than doubles from previous roles
Evan Davies has been appointed Crown manager for the New Dunedin Hospital build. Source: NZ Herald Business News