Anan Zaki

- Food prices fall for the third consecutive month, but higher than a year ago - Fruit and vegetables drive food prices lower - Fuel, accommodation & airfares puts pressure on overall prices, offsetting food price decreases Food price pressures eased ... See more

The country's biggest bank has reported a record full-year profit largely driven by gains from economic hedges, while lending and margins also increased. Key numbers for the 12 months ended September compared with a year ago: - Net profit $2.53b vs $2.09b... See more

The credit ratings arm of a major global financial research firm has rated New Zealand AAA, with a stable trend, in its first public ratings for this country. Morningstar DBRS said the rating was justified by New Zealand's fundamental strengths of prudent... See more

The country's five biggest banks were tested on how they would deal with a global downturn triggered by a geopolitical shock." /

A private consortium looking to revive the Lake Onslow pumped hydro storage scheme is preparing to lodge a fast-track consent application with the government. The idea, backed by the previous Labour government, was scrapped by the new National-led coaliti... See more