Christopher Luxon v Chris Hipkins: What voters should expect from a PM – Bruce Cotterill
OPINION: Voters appear to have forgotten Labour's record, Bruce Cotterill argues. Source: NZ Herald Business News
Nicola Willis sets up election fight over ‘fiscal credibility’ vs Labour’s ‘fiscal indulgence’ – Fran O’Sullivan
OPINION: Nicola Willis has set a 2028-29 surplus goal and a 40% net debt track. Source: NZ Herald Business News
Mount Maunganui landslide: Businesses hit hard call for urgent help
Two owners call for more council and government support. Source: NZ Herald Business News
Zespri Red80 launch to boost RubyRed kiwifruit supply for growers
Zespri plans 100ha of Red80 licences for growers in 2026. Source: NZ Herald Business News
Student loans v savings: Should parents invest $10k or pay uni fees? – Mary Holm
OPINION: Parking the $10k in a low-fee fund while loans stay interest-free can work well. Source: NZ Herald Business News
Drury mega property subdivision collapses after police meth money probe
Large development on Auckland's fringe folds after being linked to 'Honey Bear' meth ring. Source: NZ Herald Business News
NZX tumbles on resurgent AI fears, with index down 2.9% this year – Market close
The NZX 50 Index slumped 333.3 points or 2.46% to 13,198.18. Source: NZ Herald Business News
300GB of data stolen: Napier law firm Langley Twigg gains injunction as hacker appears to offer files online – Tech Insider
PLUS: Eroad boss quits, David Kirk scores, Judith Collins' parting gift to Rocket Lab. Source: NZ Herald Business News
Huntly Power Station battery project hits milestone with delivery of 172-tonne transformer
The 100MW battery will store enough power for about 60,000 homes for two hours. Source: NZ Herald Business News
‘Decent economic growth’ as NZ manufacturing expands – survey
Production and new orders led the gains, with both posting readings above 56. Source: NZ Herald Business News