Kiwi slides vs Aussie as strong jobs data spurs on RBA rate hike bets.
Complaint follows articles about failed insurer CBL and suspected drug trafficker
Scott Technology reports net profit up 62%.
Strong rally fades as profit worries outweigh trade optimism.
Nearly all investors voted in favour of selling.
Overall net rural confidence is still negative, with farmer concerns about government policy persisting.
Benchmark whole milk powder fell but most other categories rose.
Investors fear the worst about the first quarter US earnings season that starts next week.
Business chamber says opportunities to raise capital are going begging.
Banks meet deadline of providing individual work plans.
