Mark Lister
Investors upbeat after Fonterra news
Investors have been buoyed by the prospects of a higher dividend from the country's biggest dairy company. Audio
Energy sector stocks more attractive following Contact sale
A market analyst says New Zealand's energy sector stocks are more attractive than ever, following this week's sale of a 53 percent stake in Contact Energy and a deal that ensures the Tiwai Point… Audio
A2 Milk knocks back a potential takeover offer
The specialty milk producer, A2 Milk, has knocked back a potential takeover offer but says other suitors are circling. Audio
Fonterra payout could be heading much lower
Another tumble in dairy prices overnight has at least one investment analyst predicting Fonterra's farmgate payout could drop to the 3-dollar mark. Audio
China attempts to prop up stock market
China is attempting to prop up its plunging stock markets, as fears spread the meltdown could threaten the world's second largest economy. Audio
Briscoe Group eyes Kathmandu
Analysts say Briscoe Group will get a toehold in Australia with its planned takeover of Kathmandu, but it's also expected to close stores to turn around the ailing adventure equipment and clothing… Audio
Volatile week expected as Greece may default
A volatile week is expected on the world's money markets, with Greece on the verge of financial collapse and its future in the euro zone in doubt. Audio
A2 shares jump 16% after takeover talk
Shares in A2 Milk have jumped 16 percent after its largest shareholder indicated it's considering making a takeover bid for the specialty fresh milk producer. Audio
Evening Business for 28 May 2015
News from the business sector including a market report. Audio
Today's market update
The sharemarket was flat today, with the benchmark NZX 50 index rising 13 points to close at 5,769. Audio
Carl's Jr could have growing pains - analyst
An analyst says Carl's Jr is Restaurant Brands' biggest growth opportunity, but only if it can beat the competition in a crowded burger market. Audio
Carter Holt IPO "appealing" - analyst
There's been mixed reaction to the news that Carter Holt Harvey is eyeing up a listing on both the New Zealand and Australian sharemarkets. Audio
Lower milk costs expected to boost Fonterra's earnings
Analysts are expecting a rebound in Fonterra's half-year earnings when it reports on Wednesday, thanks in part to lower milk costs. Audio
Today's market update
The New Zealand dollar has remained relatively steady after a sharp rise early this morning. Audio
New Zealand corporate reporting season gets underway
A number of small listed companies are expected to report strong earnings results over the next few weeks. Audio
Today's market update
New Zealand shares rose today, the benchmark Top 50 Index ended up 10 points to 5552. Audio
Analyst: rash of acquisitions indicates rising confidence
Three listed New Zealand companies announced acquisitions yesterday, a development which one analyst believes indicates rising confidence. Audio
Results, annual meetings and latest dairy auction due this week
Company results, the tail end of the annual meeting season and Fonterra's latest global dairy trade auction take centre stage this week. Audio
Today's market update
The New Zealand dollar has had a bumpy day, and is now little changed from its open. Audio
Investors eye results, annual meetings and economic data
Key events this week include some results, such as Mainfreight's on Tuesday, annual meetings such as Fonterra's on Wednesday and economic announcements including the Reserve Bank's twice-yearly… Audio