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Meridian Energy, Nova Energy combine to build solar farm
The Te Ruahi solar farm near Taupō will bring power to more than 100,000 customers.
Huntly power station may switch from coal to biomass
Genesis Energy says it could be generating electricity using biomass at its Huntly station in three to four years.
A tough wedding season ahead, businesses say
The economic downturn has taken a toll on the wedding industry. Audio
Contact, Nova challenged over GST exclusive prices
The Commerce Commission says they promote energy prices without GST by default, which goes against the guidelines.
Open banking users must move to regulated government system
More than one million New Zealanders use unregulated open banking services every year.
Business confidence looking up' despite dip in one area - ANZ
Business confidence has fallen slightly but improving activity shows things are looking brighter.
Foodstuffs to fight for merger, no matter how appeal turns out
Foodstuffs will continue fighting to merge its North and South Island cooperatives beyond the outcome of its appeal against the decision to block the plan.
Revealed: How much money Kiwis have lost to scams this year
Netsafe report found six in every 10 New Zealanders deal with scams at least once a month.
Weak results expected in company earnings reports
A mini company-earnings season is due to start soon - with big names reporting, including Fisher and Paykel Healthcare, Mainfreight, and Infratil.
Pay later alcohol sales spark concerns
The poor state of the economy has Buy Now Pay Later providers targeting alcohol merchants and products, according to a credit risk adviser.
NZX on the rise after three years in doldrums
An investment analyst says falling interest rates have given the local share market a strong boost by freeing up investor cash.
Jumbo, 75-point OCR cut possible - experts
Debate is growing about whether the Reserve Bank should make a massive cut to the official cash rate next month.
Retirement village sector seeks clarity on unsold units
Anyone who moves into a retirement village pays for the right to occupy a unit - but families and residents say it takes too long to be repaid when they leave.
Dollar falls in response to inflation data
The New Zealand dollar fell on Wednesday in trading against the United States dollar, in response to weaker than expected inflation data.
One NZ to start testing Musk's Starlink mobile network
The telco is partnering with the US satellite network owned by Elon Musk to improve mobile coverage for customers.
'Better outcomes for customers'- FMA targets insurers and banks
More banks and insurers could face court proceedings and possible penalties for misleading and overcharging customers.
Commerce Commission blocks Foodstuffs merger
The watchdog says a merger would substantially hit competition and make it harder for other retailers to grow.
New Zealand businesses fear disruption of American port strikes
Port strikes in the United States could cause major disruption for importers and exporters in New Zealand.
'Four days a week seems to be the norm', but businesses want more staff in the office
Businesses are asking staff to work at the office more than at home now that the height of the Covid-19 pandemic is over, but many employers says flexible working options will continue to be offered.
Calls for airline compensation law change
Consumer NZ is backing allegations against Jetstar, saying the airline put illegal caps on compensation for cancelled flights. Audio
Gold rises in value as US gets inflation under control
Gold prices have hit a record high, with more investors buying the precious metal.
ACC levy rises: 'You cannot continue to keep deferring revenue' - AA
The ACC levies should have been increased in the last review three years ago, says the AA. Audio
Genesis Energy 'carrying our fair share of the burden' amid power problems
The company says it is doing its bit to deliver energy to New Zealand and sudden changes to power market rules can be unfairly costly.
Business to shut entire operation as result of energy prices
Earlier this month, Winstone Pulp International paused work at its two sites to consider its future.