Opinion – The announcement of EU-New Zealand/Australia free trade talks is a welcome bit of sunshine after chilly talk of a trade war offshore, writes Stephanie Honey.
Fonterra has increased its forecast payout to farmers due to stronger demand from China, but higher milk prices are set to dampen returns to investors.
The share price of Steel & Tube has dropped by nearly a quarter in early trading after the building supplies company said it would take a $54 million write-down.
It’s not quite a slap in the face with a wet fish but hoki skins, once destined for pet food, are now in a facemask and going on sale in China this month.