Stories by Jonathan Mitchell

An erratic and stubbornly high New Zealand dollar has forced more exporters to protect themselves from volatile currency movements.

Activity in the services sector is at its highest level in almost a year.

Job advertising is growing at its strongest rate in more than a year as a solid economy boosts demand, a survey has found. Audio

Small investors are wondering how they can manage sharemarket uncertainty over the coming year, says the Shareholders' Association.

Business confidence in New Zealand has held steady although firms are a touch more positive about their own outlook.

Shower and tapware maker Methven has reported a stronger full-year profit off the back of demand in New Zealand from new home builds and renovations.

The Commerce Commission will decide early next year if the merger of media companies Fairfax and NZME will go ahead.

The country's record-breaking run of people coming to New Zealand to live, study and work has come to an end.

New Zealanders are more likely than workers in other countries to call in sick a day after a major sporting event, according to a survey. Audio

Bus operator Go Bus is buying luxury coach firm Johnston's.

Dairy co-operative Fonterra has held its forecast payout to farmers steady.

Dairy co-operative Fonterra has held its forecast payout to farmers steady.

RNZ is to share content with the Fairfax website Stuff.

Health services provider Abano Healthcare is in the black, off the back of a stronger performance from its dental business.

Administrators have been appointed to clothing firms Valleygirl and Temt.

KiwiSavers appear to want more flexibility when they put money in the savings scheme.

Air New Zealand has settled for $US35 million in a civil compensation claim in the US related to allegations of air cargo price fixing.

Secondary school students lack "basic money management skills", a survey has found.

Employees have started the year with a spring in their step.

Summer weather heralds the arrival of cruise ships and another bumper season is expected.

Consumer confidence is steady, with people benefiting from low interest rates and job creation.

Energy company Trustpower is considering separating into two listed companies.

New Zealand's car market has peaked at nearly 130,000 sales this year - but looks set to decline from this year's record sales.

Greater consumer protection is needed against insurance agents who may be switching people between companies against their best interests, according to a report.

The Bank of New Zealand has reported a record annual profit of $1 billion.