Nasdaq-listed packaging company Pactiv Evergreen will be taken private in merger with Novolex.
University of Auckland academics say modernisation of company regulations should go further.
In the worst year for commercial property in at least a decade, 2024 saw the market fall to less than $6b in deals, down from $10b pre-pandemic.
ANALYSIS: Major projects and acquisitions initiated under Elliott are yet to deliver, and pose challenges for his successor.
The founder of TRG Natural Pharmaceuticals is applying to liquidate the firm, much to the surprise of small shareholders.
Regulator files court action against Christchurch Casinos alleging ‘multiple breaches’ of AML legislation.
Racing Minister Winston Peters says after three reviews too many dogs are still being hurt.
Torchlight owns the Hanley’s Farm property development in Queenstown.
‘It’s disappointing the Shareholders’ Association thinks if you’re there too long it’s time to cut the throat,’ Hallenstein Brothers founder says.
High Court orders repayment of $2.8m looted from company in attempt to thwart damages award.
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Workplaces nationwide are staging their annual Christmas party but what are the hazards beyond a hangover?
ANALYSIS: A well-diversified New Zealand bond portfolio should include both corporate and government bonds.
ANALYSIS: The share price has climbed over 60% in the past year.
ANALYSIS: Performance benchmarking potentially provides both clients and advisors immediate feedback on whether having fun is actually worthwhile.
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New chief executive Nuno Matos will take over in July next year.
Accounting irregularities from Comvita's China subsidiary hinder results by about $2 million.
Clarification of the consultancy’s sale raises questions about disagreement between David and Courtney McDonald.
RBNZ top brass address pointed questions from MPs at select committee about performance, inflation, and access to money.
Inflation could get shaken about by President-elect Donald Trump’s strict trade promises, Christian Hawkesby tells NBR.
Central bank top brass front MPs for questioning after yesterday’s 50bps rate cut, while ANZ business survey highlights pain.
But New Zealand businesses could actually benefit, says the former PM.
Todd McClay says New Zealand has to ‘stand up for itself’.
Budget cuts ‘not sustainable in the long term,’ says Jane Wrightson.
As one navigates life after cutbacks, the other is desperate to grow – what we learned from the Māori Affairs Committee scrutiny hearings about Te Arawhiti and Tupu Tonu.
Chris Finlayson KC says today’s Supreme Court ruling on the Marine and Coastal Area Act means there’s no need for the Government to be hurrying through law changes.
Country's longest running litigation against the Crown is set to last longer, after the Government lodged an appeal against last month's High Court judgment awarding a significant sum to Māori descendants of the Nelson Tenths.
The country’s biggest lines monopoly wanted to charge one owner $72,000 to move an electrical box 200mm.
Infrastructure company sells underperforming catering brand businesses to Doltone Hospitality, signals more divestments to come.
The sector is a key exporter, but it wants help to get out of the starting blocks.
Former Bluechip boss received just under A$1.7m for his role in the scam.
The travel industry has welcomed the move, saying it will be good for travellers and enhance competition.
The former Bluechip boss is awaiting sentencing after being found guilty of conspiracy charges in Australia.
The government agency said the sale of its stake in Kami improved the cashflow outlook of its Aspire fund.
The round was led by existing investor Inter Ikea and deep tech VC firm Pacific Channel.
Tradie-centric software-as-a-service business delisted from the NZX in February.
News shows and programmes over 35 years from TV3 have been donated to Ngā Taonga national archives.
Rodney Wong will receive the Institute of Directors’ gong of Distinguished Fellow.
Report identifies lack of competition in electricity and banking as contributors to low productivity.
LISTEN: Are the Prime Minister's policies prolonging the recession? Luxon also talks job cuts, cost of living, Māori-Crown relations, and coalition wrangling.
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Financial services provider would be the first international digital bank in New Zealand, if approved.
Survey reveals one in five believe they have been approached about a scam over the past year.
The equity crowdfunding platform has started offering professionally managed funds, which invest in ‘alternative assets’, to its customers.
Commerce Commission alleges the supermarkets engaged in inaccurate pricing and misleading specials in possible breach of the Fair Trading Act.
The Court found that overseas shareholders can be subject to a liquidator’s demand for information.
Funds used to pay the Du Val founders’ rent and livings expenses are ‘close to exhausted’, judge says.
Firm disbanded local restructuring business due to ‘changing market dynamics’.
But annual review finds overall standard of auditing in New Zealand remains strong.
Pro bono clearinghouse Te Ara Ture will lead the initiative, which sets an annual target of 25 hours per lawyer.
The primary production select committee wants to ensure taxpayers are getting the most bang for their buck.
A fall in licence revenue is expected to hinder the kiwifruit marketer's results.
Kāinga Ora said a recent cost analysis indicated it could save roughly 34% using nylon carpet.
The French-owned make-up giant reported its 2023 financials.
Financial statements for the pet retailer co-owned by Woolworths showed an 86% decline in profit.
Warehouse Group interim chief executive John Journee last week said it could compete with Kmart.
Recession, what recession? Top three apartments priced at a combined $44m as buyers snap up 24 of 30 apartments in the upmarket Albert Street tower.
Supply and demand office imbalance in Wellington CBD, while Auckland tenants start getting picky about eco-credentials.
The company has settled its long-standing debt with the tax department.
No initial public offering for the bank right now, but maybe later, as Govt acts on Commerce Commission advice on banking sector.
In a flat market, the value of the much awaited Canva IPO has also been dialled down from US$40b to US$26b in the last year.
SolarZero collapse a ‘surprise’, Cecilia Tarrant says.
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WATCH: Emergency Management and Recovery Minister Mark Mitchell on why the emergency management system needs an overhaul.
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Representing the 500 or so descendants of the former eastern Māori MP Wi Pere, the trust generates above-average returns from 7000 hectares of hill country and a relatively small 79ha horticulture unit.
Earlier this year Sir Michael held a private golf tournament at his exclusive golf course, The Hills, to raise money for environmental conservation organisation Southern Lakes Sanctuary.
With a property portfolio worth more than $140m, McHardy has a 20% stake in New Zealand Pastures.
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The extension to 10 days follows an inquiry into the 2017 disruption.
Schedule changes on December 9 will affect services between February and June.
Mark Schollum will join the company in March 2025.
Nick Chapman announced amid firm-wide promotions.
Dame Paula Rebstock will be chair; Paul Reid, deputy chair; and Brodie Stevens and Linley Wood will be new directors.