Business

Global uncertainty, sluggish economic growth in China and changes in NZ regulations are negatively impacting bilateral investment between the two countries.

Just 3.3 percent of senior leaders in the public sector claim Asian heritage, according to latest figures compiled by the Public Service Commission.

Court rules that workers were hired in roles that did not align with their visa conditions and were not paid in accordance with minimum employment standards.

The Cantonese restaurant's owner blames the Covid-19 pandemic and poor economic conditions for the closure.

The Commerce Commission says the increased competition that exists between Asian grocery stores is something it would like to see across the entire sector.

Major news organisations have been forced to restrict or disable comments on social media posts on Nikhil Ravishankar's appointment due to a torrent of abuse.

Offenders would be jailed for up to seven years or fined up to $100,000 - or both - if bill becomes law.

Reports suggest some building companies are slashing quotes by as much as 50 percent to stay afloat in tough market conditions.

Artificial intelligence, robotics, electric vehicles and new forms of energy were a key focus of the 2025 China Business Summit.

Duty Free Shoppers will close all stores in Australia and New Zealand by the end of September.

Some restaurants charge cancellation fees if customers fail to follow reservation policies.

Price-cutting reports sour a season that has seen Indian imports displayed at several large Auckland supermarkets.

A young Christchurch entrepreneur has launched an appeal on social media to find a "unique" design for his Korean fried chicken operation.

Migrant background makes it hard for some workers to find better positions elsewhere, so many stay where they are.

Customers claim the Auckland company owes refunds totalling more than $270,000.

New rules double infringement fees and allow franchises to trespass individuals from multiple sites.

Company fined for failing to report suspicious activities and submit financial transparency reports relating to money laundering.

Job seekers say the tech job market is a "nightmare", citing fierce competition and a shortage of opportunities that have made finding employment increasingly difficult.

Forty-seven items have now been declared unsafe in an ongoing Commerce Commission investigation into the bargain store.