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Evening business for 21 February 2024
News from the business sector, including a market report. Video, Audio
Auckland Airport hits back at Air New Zealand
Air NZ had called for a review of the airport's redevelopment costs, saying its regulated charges would make flying unaffordable for some.
Woolworths boss Brad Banducci quits following interview walkout
The pressure on the Australian supermarket chief intensified this week after what has widely been described as a disastrous interview.
Market uncertainty behind drop in business credit applications - Equifax
Though demand from the hospitality, accommodation and transport sectors remained strong, data showed.
Mānuka honey producer Comvita 'disappointed' at interim loss
Revenue was down due to weaker consumer demand in China and losing a major customer in North America.
EBOS profits up thanks to boost in healthcare spending
Pharmaceutical supplier and animal products company EBOS has posted a solid lift in half-year profit.
NZME profit halves after drop in revenue
The owner of the New Zealand Herald and Newstalk ZB said the result reflected a challenging year.
Dairy prices hit 18-month high
International average dairy prices have reached their highest level since October 2022.
Early Business News for 21 February 2024
Latest news from Radio New Zealand's business team. Audio
Beekeepers deliver stinging response to Apiculture NZ plan
Apiculture NZ is aiming to double exports to $1 billion by 2030 - but beekeepers are not impressed with the new strategy.
MPI urged to make changes after berry Hep A cases
The auditor-general says the ministry is not routinely checking food safety compliance by importers of high-risk foods.
Evening business for 20 February 2024
News from the business sector, including a market report. Video, Audio
Business commentator Rebecca Stevenson
Results season is in full swing with two starkly different results for two companies. Rebecca unpacks the surprisingly good year for A2 Milk, which took place amid a sharp decline in China's infant… Audio
Octopus Energy wants to pay consumers to turn the power down
Every winter New Zealand's energy system faces a tricky balance - the system operator Transpower struggles to make sure it has enough electricity. Audio
Early Business News for 20 February 2024
Latest news from Radio New Zealand's business team. Audio
Evening business for 19 February 2024
News from the business sector, including a market report. Video, Audio
Warnings of much higher power bills from 2025
The warning comes ahead of what was expected to be large increases in regulated lines charges set by the Commerce Commission.
Ryman, Air New Zealand downgrade full-year profit expectations
Both NZX-listed companies are reporting lower full-year earnings, blaming construction delays and weaker demand respectively.