Local firms eye 2026 growth but fear rising costs and inflation
Nearly two-thirds of SME owners say they feel positive about 2026. Source: NZ Herald Business News
Hirepool posts $13.5m loss, directors push out debt refinancing deadline
Hirepool’s net loss blew out to $13.49m in 2025 as hire revenue slumped. Source: NZ Herald Business News
Intrepid Travel NZ boss on growth, Haka Tours deal and AI plans for 2026 – Summer questions
Simon Mckearney talks optimism, challenges and the key issue for the 2026 election. Source: NZ Herald Business News
Thinking of starting a business? Key advice from small company founders
Reporter Tom Raynel spoke with 52 founders nationwide during 2025. Source: NZ Herald Business News
Small Business: Rotate founder on taking quality resale furniture online
Maxine Glogau talks to Tom Raynel about her small marketplace start-up Rotate. Source: NZ Herald Business News
W cosmetics brings K-beauty brands to Auckland with Sylvia Park opening
A second W cosmetics store is planned for Westfield Newmarket in 2026. Source: NZ Herald Business News
NZ sharemarket drops on more AI worries on Wall Street – Market close
The NZ sharemarket was down again after the Nasdaq dived 1.8%. Source: NZ Herald Business News
Hansells Masterton receivership: Brand still owes $6.89m after sale to Hart family company
Total liabilities have fallen from $10.8m at its receivership in April. Source: NZ Herald Business News
Aussie deal boosts Freightways but NZ sharemarket falls – Market close
The NZ sharemarket ended down on Wednesday despite a strong move from Freightways. Source: NZ Herald Business News
Auckland online retailer The TV Shop charged for falsifying customer reviews
The company also prevented low rating reviews from being published on its website. Source: NZ Herald Business News