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Study Finds New Wave Of ANZ SMBs Are Technology Savvy & More Confident About Business Growth In 2025 Than Other Regions
Wed, 19 Mar 2025 11:57:47 +1300 | Constant Contact
The company’s latest Small Business Now report surveyed 1,600+ small business owners with less than 100 employees in Australia, New Zealand, Canada, the United Kingdom and the United States.More >>
New Director For The NZCIO Office In Taiwan
Wed, 12 Mar 2025 11:00:16 +1300 | Business Central
Mr Langley will take up his position in Taipei, succeeding current Director Mark Pearson. More >>
Going For Growth: New Procurement Rules
Wed, 12 Mar 2025 08:15:23 +1300 | New Zealand Government
The new ‘economic benefit’ test will require government agencies to consider the wider benefit to New Zealand of awarding contracts to New Zealand firms when making procurement decisions.More >>
On The Government’s Stubborn Refusal To Invest For Growth
Tue, 11 Mar 2025 11:38:43 +1300 | Gordon Campbell
As Simplicity economist Shamubeel Eaqub pointed out recently, the coalition government is trying to attract foreign investment here to generate economic growth, while – simultaneously – cutting back drastically on its own investment in our economy.More >>
Business Confidence Steady Despite Economic Uncertainties – February 2025 Confidence Survey
Thu, 6 Mar 2025 08:25:32 +1300 | Auckland Business Chamber
“Business confidence has improved slightly, with fewer businesses reporting negative sentiment. At the same time, underperformance and revenue pressures have eased, showing signs of resilience in tough conditions,” said Simon Bridges, CEO of the AucklandMore >>
Private Sector Joins Up To Unlock New, Large Scale Clean Energy Generation
Wed, 5 Mar 2025 12:07:35 +1300 | Business New Zealand
PPA agreements involve pre-purchasing power over a 10-20 year-period by medium to large energy users, including manufacturers, commercial buildings and others. More >>
NZ Businesses Often Unprepared For Sale At Exit Time
Tue, 4 Mar 2025 09:08:18 +1300 | LINK International Group
Given that 25% of SMEs are owned by baby boomers aged 61-79, a wave of business exits is expected over the next decade as they look to retire. However, without proper planning, some owners may find their retirement delayed.More >>
Greymouth Accounting Firm Welcomes New Associate
Fri, 28 Feb 2025 09:35:01 +1300 | Ashton Wheelans
A chartered accountant with more than 19 years' industry experience, Kimberley recently joined Ashton Wheelans, which has offices in Greymouth, Christchurch, Rangiora and Wānaka.More >>
Montana Group Selected For Catering Contract For Major Rotorua Venues
Wed, 19 Feb 2025 09:47:44 +1300 | RotoruaNZ
Great kai is a cornerstone of unforgettable events, which is why one of the country’s most acclaimed food and event management businesses has been selected as the new caterer for the Energy Events Centre (EEC) and Rotorua International Stadium. RotoruaNZ ...More >>
Meridian Enters Into Agreement To Acquire NZ Windfarms
Wed, 19 Feb 2025 09:05:17 +1300 | Meridian
The two companies are already parties to a 50-50 joint venture to repower NZWF’s largest asset, the Te Rere Hau Wind Farm in Manawatū, and for Meridian to purchase 100% of the generation from the wind farm. Meridian also currently holds a 19.99% ...More >>
Buyer Confidence On The Rise As Growing Number Of Homeowners Look To Sell
Fri, 31 Jan 2025 17:50:02 +1300 | Trade Me Property
The December survey of more than 1,700 Trade Me members, actively engaged in property searches, saw 57 per cent of buyers say it’s a good time to buy, up from 53 per cent in October.More >>
DeepSeek, And China’s Inexorable Rise
Wed, 29 Jan 2025 13:32:11 +1300 | Gordon Campbell
The week’s big story has been about China’s DeepSeek low-cost AI model. Because DeepSeek requires fewer advanced chips, its advent has had a huge impact on the fortunes of US chip-making giant, Nvidia – which immediately lost $600 billion of its value.More >>
Confidence Grows In North Canterbury Economy
Tue, 14 Jan 2025 21:29:37 +1300 | David Hill - Local Democracy Reporter
Signs are good for the Waimakariri economy to improve in 2025, says a Waimakariri District Council manager. More >>
Confidence Keeps Climbing. Cuts Need To Keep Coming
Tue, 14 Jan 2025 21:06:58 +1300 | Kiwi Economics
The improvement in business sentiment continues. The NZIER’s quarterly survey of business opinion (QSBO), the best on the street, shows a further lift in business confidence. More >>
Economic Uncertainty Primary Concern For Businesses
Mon, 13 Jan 2025 11:22:32 +1300 | RNZ
More than three quarters of a survey of more than 200 business leaders say economic uncertainty is their primary business concern. More >>
Canterbury Businesses To Enter 2025 With Optimism
Thu, 19 Dec 2024 09:09:46 +1300 | Business Canterbury
Business Canterbury Chief Executive, Leeann Watson says, "We're continuing to see improvement in business confidence, particularly around financial performance expectations." More >>
Westpac McDermott Miller Consumer Confidence, December Quarter 2024
Wed, 18 Dec 2024 18:39:06 +1300 | Westpac
A Christmas boost to consumer confidence More >>
Pick A Path: ‘Alive In 25’ Or ‘Thrive In 25’. Here’s Our Outlook For 2025 And Beyond
Sat, 14 Dec 2024 14:57:11 +1300 | Kiwi Economics
It’s a confidence game. It’s all about confidence. And we expect the lift in confidence to persist, and eventually feed into activity, profitability, hiring and investment. We’re more confident in the recovery.More >>
Negative Business Sentiment Drops To Lowest Level Since 2022 – Business Confidence Survey
Thu, 12 Dec 2024 08:14:59 +1300 | Auckland Business Chamber
While challenges remain, businesses are showing a more optimistic outlook, particularly in their expectations for New Zealand’s economic performance over the next year. More >>
NZ Economy: Holding Pattern
Tue, 10 Dec 2024 19:44:56 +1300 | BusinessNZ
BusinessNZ Director of Advocacy Catherine Beard says after a tough year in business, there are still reasons to be optimistic. More >>
