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NZ Dollar Outlook: Traders split on kiwi direction amid volatility

The New Zealand dollar has recently been at the mercy of US dollar volatility and analysts are split on what direction it may take this week.

By Pattrick Smellie • 3 min read • Mon, 23rd Mar 2015

New Zealand Dollar

NZ dollar rebounds to pre-OCR levels as higher yields lure investors

The New Zealand dollar has regained ground lost after the Reserve Bank moved its policy to neutral late last month, as investors are attracted to t.

By Pattrick Smellie • 2 min read • Tue, 10th Feb 2015

New Zealand Dollar

NZ dollar edges up ahead of local business confidence, inflation

The New Zealand dollar edged up ahead of business confidence and inflation figures in coming days, as investors gauge the strength of local economy.

By Pattrick Smellie • 3 min read • Mon, 19th Jan 2015

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Suit up for business

New research suggests that IT professionals can bridge the gap between their clients and themselves through their appearance.

By Staff Writer • 5 min read • Mon, 7th Nov 2011

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Inflation

NZ business confidence slips in first quarter, consistent with moderating growth

New Zealand business confidence slipped in the first quarter, with firms remaining fairly optimistic, consistent with moderating economic growth.

By Pattrick Smellie • 2 min read • Tue, 14th Apr 2015

New Zealand Dollar

NZ dollar, Aussie fall after Chinese trade data disappoints

The New Zealand and Australian dollars touched their lowest levels in almost two weeks after weaker-than-expected trade data from China, the largest t.

By Pattrick Smellie • 3 min read • Tue, 14th Apr 2015

Investment

NZ business confidence rises to 7-month high in March as agriculture sentiment lifts

New Zealand business confidence rose to a seven-month high in March, led by improved sentiment in the agricultural sector.

By Pattrick Smellie • 2 min read • Tue, 31st Mar 2015

Employment

NZ business confidence gains in February as agri sector gets more upbeat

New Zealand business confidence improved in February as recent gains in dairy prices turned sentiment around in the agriculture sector, and as low int.

By Pattrick Smellie • 2 min read • Fri, 27th Feb 2015

New Zealand Dollar

NZ Dollar Outlook: Kiwi may remain rangebound this week amid conflicting forces

The New Zealand dollar may be range bound this week as a lack of local data sees its value determined by its higher relative yield in the face of a.

By Pattrick Smellie • 3 min read • Mon, 9th Feb 2015

Inflation

NZ business confidence eases in December, still buoyant

New Zealand business confidence slipped in December, while staying largely upbeat, as inflation remains tame in spite of a growing economy and expo.

By Pattrick Smellie • 2 min read • Fri, 19th Dec 2014

Inflation

World Week Ahead: Stocks power higher

Wall Street begins a holiday-shortened week at record highs as investors eye a meeting of the world's top oil exporters to see whether they will cu.

By Pattrick Smellie • 3 min read • Mon, 24th Nov 2014

Productivity

Kiwi SMES show strongest growth in five years, Australian counterparts dawdle

New Zealand's small and medium-sized businesses are recording their fastest sales growth since 2009 compared to a steady-as-they-go effort by their.

By Pattrick Smellie • 3 min read • Wed, 5th Nov 2014

Supply Chain

Cautious Kiwi firms seek ICT contractors as hiring lags...

Positive hiring intentions rise in New Zealand, but employers exercise caution in growing headcount, according to the latest Hudson Report.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Fri, 4th Jul 2014

Information Communication & Technology

Kiwi investment on the rise as business confidence hits 20-year high

Business confidence across New Zealand hit a 20-year high this month, as Kiwis latch onto the strengthening economic activity...

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Fri, 11th Apr 2014

Information Communication & Technology

Kiwi firms: Now's the time to nail down top IT talent

Almost 60% NZ staff seeking new roles, with higher remuneration top motivation, says Hudson's Salary & Employment Insights Guide 2014.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Fri, 31st Jan 2014

Information Communication & Technology

NZ business confidence hits 15-year high

New Zealand business confidence rose to its highest in almost 15 years this month, adding to evidence the economy is picking up pace.

By Pattrick Smellie • 2 min read • Thu, 19th Dec 2013

Information Communication & Technology

Optimism in the air for NZ businesses

Business confidence rose to its highest in more than three years in the third quarter and broadened beyond Canterbury...

By Pattrick Smellie • 2 min read • Tue, 8th Oct 2013

Information Communication & Technology

NZ business confidence high in the sky

New Zealand business confidence soars to a five-year high, with a net 54% of firms optimistic about the year ahead, led by bullish construction sector outlooks.

By Pattrick Smellie • 2 min read • Tue, 1st Oct 2013