AI adoption low among NZ SMEs despite positive impacts, survey reveals
Gen Z leads AI adoption, with 93% using tools, compared with 17% of Boomers. Source: NZ Herald Business News
Zuru’s Nick Mowbray says mass-market construction company building towards launch
Zuru has invested more in this venture than its consumer goods division. Source: NZ Herald Business News
NZ sharemarket closes up more than 1% as heavyweight stocks rally – Market close
The NZ sharemarket rallied today as key weighted stocks had strong performances. Source: NZ Herald Business News
AI start-up Speak eyes $4t market with personalised shopping tech
Speak plans to expand into Australia and the US, targeting skincare and supplements. Source: NZ Herald Business News
Australian lender JustFund expands to NZ, aiding divorce legal costs
Aussie lender JustFund aims to bring over 100 Kiwi law firms on board by the end of 2025. Source: NZ Herald Business News
Push Gummies halts sales amid creatine content-level controversy
A British fitness influencer has questioned the level of creatine in the product. Source: NZ Herald Business News
NZ sharemarket steady as Australian regulator clears path for Fonterra consumer arm sale
The NZ sharemarket was steady, while the Nasdaq hit another record high in the US. Source: NZ Herald Business News
NZ sharemarket dips as Reserve Bank holds OCR steady – Market close
The S&P/NZX 50 Index closed down 0.7% as the Official Cash Rate stayed at 3.25%. Source: NZ Herald Business News
Small Business: How a fishing show led to the creation of Parachute First Aid
Kate Mounter on her first aid kit business Parachute First Aid. Source: NZ Herald Business News
Ruby opens recycled clothing store in Newmarket amid thrifting boom
Miller-Sharma aiming for 25% of revenue from non-new clothing by 2030. Source: NZ Herald Business News