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Ebert subcontractors to be paid at least 75% of money they're owed
The majority of subcontractors owed money by the failed Ebert Construction could be refunded before Christmas. Audio
CBL Insurance in liquidation, Reserve Bank hires investigators
The High Court in Auckland has placed CBL Insurance in liquidation, at the Reserve Bank's request. Audio
ANZ announces $1.99b profit
New Zealand's largest bank, ANZ, has made another strong full year result, with fewer bad debts and an increase in savings and loans.
Gloves off and finger-pointing within power industry
Power companies are divided on how to ease the burden of price on low income families and bring greater competition into the sector.
Reports offer hope for Forestlands shareholders
The first liquidators reports for the Forestlands group of companies show hundreds of shareholders will see some or all of their investments.
NZ not replacing trade commissioner in India
A decision to not replace a trade commissioner in India is sending the wrong signal at a time when the country is trying to expand trade ties, according to an export body.
More KiwiSavers withdrawing funds to survive financially
Reliance on KiwiSaver to buy a first home or survive financially, has grown in the past year.
Compulsory licensing of labour-hire firms would get rid of 'ratbags'
A unionist is calling for the mandatory licensing of labour-hire agencies to counter exploitation of migrant workers.
CBL liquidators prevented from paying out largest creditor
CBL Insurance's interim liquidators are not allowed to go ahead with a pay-out to its reinsurer and largest creditor, Gibraltar-based Elite Insurance.
Toy mogul takes out top entrepreneur award
A toy company founder who's been in jail, chased by organised crime, and slept under a shop table has been named entrepreneur of the year.
Commercial property sales hit half-decade high
The commercial property market is having its strongest showing in nearly five years with strong demand from overseas investors for high-yielding real estate.
Trust in insurers and banks at 'crisis' point - regulator
The financial industry is facing its biggest public trust "crisis" in a decade, says the Financial Market's Authority chief executive.
Financial services sector needs to 'lift its game'
Customers are at the centre of a new code of conduct the Financial Services Council has launched to improve the sector's tarnished reputation, it says.
KiwiSaver a 'wild west' industry says provider
A KiwiSaver provider wants authorities to take control of an unregulated "wild west" industry that sells "fantasy fiction" to the vulnerable.
Construction, retailers, farms flagged as next swathe of financial failures
Insolvency practitioners could face fines of up to $75,000 if they don't report serious issues in failed businesses, if proposed legislative amendments go ahead.
More 'work to do' on KiwiSaver fee transparency - regulator
Only half of people with KiwiSaver retirement plans have noticed their providers are simplifying their annual statements.
New completion dates for Fletcher's Auckland projects
Two Auckland projects being built by the beleagured Fletcher Building will be completed late next year, about six months late.
Contact Energy's finances hit by headwinds
Higher costs and tougher competition have dragged down Contact Energy's profits, but it's still planning to increase dividends.
NZ banks' conduct is 'patchy' - regulator
The Financial Markets Authority has found the conduct and culture of New Zealand's banks to be 'patchy'.
US trade spat takes toll on major export pricings
The simmering trade spat between the US and the EU and China is starting to affect the pricing of some of our major exports.
Steel manufacturer raising $81m to ease debt pressure
Building products company Steel and Tube is raising nearly $81 million through a share issue to pay down debt.
Contact Energy sells LPG business for $260m
Contact Energy is selling its LPG business for $260 million to reduce debt levels, streamline its business, and increase its dividend payout.
Employers concerned over Immigration NZ's work visa plan
Immigration New Zealand's plan to more than double the cost of work visas to help close a growing $43 million deficit has employers worried.
Auckland construction is a 'challenging environment'
A raft of large scale construction projects are set for Auckland city.
NZ hotel construction cost 'ridiculous'
The cost of building new hotels in New Zealand is being called ridiculous by the developer of a new 200-bed establishment in central Auckland.