Otago University senior lecturer Dr Muhammad Cheema says gold has not proven a reliable asset during recent times of turmoil.
Annual trade deficit widens by $1 billion to $5.5b.
A slow second half-year affects respectable result across business.
First report follows director's sudden death earlier this year.
Revaluation gains brought down the full-year result but occupation agreement sales are up.
Australia’s reliance on coal is good for the Kiwi renewables developer.
The telco provider says it's still on track for earnings growth next year.
A hearing date has yet to be agreed by the parties.
High Court increases penalty for Fair Trading Act breaches.
Financial markets are the most volatile they have been this year.