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New Zealand election takes back seat as US midterms shake sharemarkets
The local market has been focused more on oil prices than domestic politics.
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Is the NZ sharemarket finally out of the doldrums?
The S&P/NZX50 tops 14,000 as upbeat company results lift the market.
How the big debt blow-out is weighing on global sharemarkets
Stock Takes: Rising US borrowing costs are testing markets as the yen carry trade unwinds.
Another power company's set to join data centre club, but at what cost?
Analysts say a data centre could steady Contact’s cash flow but need big funding.
Power giants tipped for $3.7b earnings as results season begins
August reporting season starts on Monday as Brent crude prices fluctuate.
Barrenjoey's NZ push puts the acid on Jarden amid staff exodus
Jarden has paused its restructuring plans after senior staff departures.
'We stay risk‑on': BlackRock doubles down despite Middle East flare‑up
Peter Nathan joins Comvita’s board after 14 years helping build a2 Milk’s success.
Stock Takes: Global warnings grow over risks in private credit boom
Global regulators warn that rapid private credit growth could test financial stability.
Stock Takes: AI lag, oil lift: What's powering the NZ sharemarket
Harbour Asset Management expects the local sharemarket to improve in the second half.
Why the AI gold rush may carry costly risks for global markets
Rising power costs and supply strains risk turning today’s AI boom into a bust.
Stock Takes: NZ market on pause as investors await post-Iran recovery
Investors are watching fuel prices for signs of post‑war economic recovery.
'The economy hit something of a brick wall': Can NZ sharemarket find its mojo again?
Matt Goodson says New Zealand's growth outlook depends on post-ceasefire confidence.
Why lower power prices may test the big generator-retailers
The Electricity Authority will enforce new rules to ensure a level playing field.
Private capital on the prowl: Is a new wave of NZ takeovers about to unfold?
Tourism Holdings has received a higher bid, while Heartland has made an offer for TSB.
'We can't rule it out': Analyst says Synlait may yet need capital
Leon Fung has been appointed acting CEO after a succession of other chiefs.
'Very cheap': Why analysts believe F&P Healthcare is tipped for a rebound
Craigs now rates F&P Healthcare 'overweight', calling the stock oversold.
What's behind Fisher and Paykel Healthcare's fall from favour?
The company still trades on a price/earnings multiple of 43 times.
Why ‘buy the dip’ may not save investors in the next real recession
Short-term history suggests it works, but what about if the economy goes backwards?
War in Iran wipes $5b from KiwiSaver as markets lurch, then steady
Stock Takes: KiwiSaver assets fell $5b in the March quarter to $136.4b, Morningstar says.
Why NZ stocks are so detached from booming US markets
US consumer sentiment just hit its lowest level in a key survey's 74-year history.
What Iran's fuel shock and weak dollar could mean for big listed Kiwi companies
Stock Takes: Westpac flags higher inflation, rates and a weaker Kiwi dollar as risks.
What Wall Street veteran's warning means for KiwiSaver investors
Jamie Dimon warns some leveraged lending losses will be higher than expected.
Stock Takes: From ‘star performer’ to balance-sheet risk – what the retail results mean for investors
New Zealand's major retailers have reported their financial results, so who performed?
Stock Takes: How professional investors are handling sharemarket volatility and the Middle East meltdown
The NZX50 has fallen about 5% since the conflict began on February 28.
Stock Takes: Airlines at 'sharp edge' of energy market upheaval
Some industry groups say help will be needed to support carriers.
Stock Takes: From oil to AI – why investors are jittery but not in full-blown panic
New Zealand’s S&P/NZX 50 is down about 3.5% this month after a February rise.