Retailers had a busy day.
Turnover across the main board was $141.4 million, of which Summerset accounted for $12.7 million.
The prospect of lower interest rates spurred gains among property companies.
NZME hit a seven-week high as it raised its earnings outlook.
And outside the benchmark index, Comvita sank, as its scheme looks like it’s been rejected.
Fisher & Paykel Healthcare beat expectations when reporting a 39% increase in first-half profit.
The a2 Milk Co led the benchmark higher as China eyes softer yuan.
