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NZ dollar edges up ahead of local business confidence, inflation
New Zealand Dollar

NZ dollar edges up ahead of local business confidence, inflation

The New Zealand dollar edged up ahead of business confidence and inflation figures in coming days, as investors gauge the strength of local economy.

By Pattrick Smellie • 3 min read • Mon, 19th Jan 2015
Suit up for business
Signature Style

Suit up for business

New research suggests that IT professionals can bridge the gap between their clients and themselves through their appearance.

By Staff Writer • 5 min read • Mon, 7th Nov 2011
CONFIDENTIALITY AGREEMENTS
Physical Security

CONFIDENTIALITY AGREEMENTS

Navigating the maze of bringing an idea to market involves sharing information. Here's how confidentiality agreements can protect your intellectual property.

By Shona Foster • 4 min read • Tue, 1st Jun 2010

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NZ Dollar Outlook: Kiwi may remain rangebound this week amid conflicting forces
New Zealand Dollar

NZ Dollar Outlook: Kiwi may remain rangebound this week amid conflicting forces

The New Zealand dollar may be range bound this week as a lack of local data sees its value determined by its higher relative yield in the face of a.

By Pattrick Smellie • 3 min read • Mon, 9th Feb 2015
NZ business confidence eases in December, still buoyant
Inflation

NZ business confidence eases in December, still buoyant

New Zealand business confidence slipped in December, while staying largely upbeat, as inflation remains tame in spite of a growing economy and expo.

By Pattrick Smellie • 2 min read • Fri, 19th Dec 2014
World Week Ahead: Stocks power higher
Inflation

World Week Ahead: Stocks power higher

Wall Street begins a holiday-shortened week at record highs as investors eye a meeting of the world's top oil exporters to see whether they will cu.

By Pattrick Smellie • 3 min read • Mon, 24th Nov 2014
Kiwi SMES show strongest growth in five years, Australian counterparts dawdle
Productivity

Kiwi SMES show strongest growth in five years, Australian counterparts dawdle

New Zealand's small and medium-sized businesses are recording their fastest sales growth since 2009 compared to a steady-as-they-go effort by their.

By Pattrick Smellie • 3 min read • Wed, 5th Nov 2014
Cautious Kiwi firms seek ICT contractors as hiring lags...
Supply Chain

Cautious Kiwi firms seek ICT contractors as hiring lags...

Positive hiring intentions rise in New Zealand, but employers exercise caution in growing headcount, according to the latest Hudson Report.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Fri, 4th Jul 2014
Kiwi investment on the rise as business confidence hits 20-year high
Information Communication & Technology

Kiwi investment on the rise as business confidence hits 20-year high

Business confidence across New Zealand hit a 20-year high this month, as Kiwis latch onto the strengthening economic activity...

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Fri, 11th Apr 2014
Kiwi firms: Now's the time to nail down top IT talent
Information Communication & Technology

Kiwi firms: Now's the time to nail down top IT talent

Almost 60% NZ staff seeking new roles, with higher remuneration top motivation, says Hudson's Salary & Employment Insights Guide 2014.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Fri, 31st Jan 2014
NZ business confidence hits 15-year high
Information Communication & Technology

NZ business confidence hits 15-year high

New Zealand business confidence rose to its highest in almost 15 years this month, adding to evidence the economy is picking up pace.

By Pattrick Smellie • 2 min read • Thu, 19th Dec 2013
Optimism in the air for NZ businesses
Information Communication & Technology

Optimism in the air for NZ businesses

Business confidence rose to its highest in more than three years in the third quarter and broadened beyond Canterbury...

By Pattrick Smellie • 2 min read • Tue, 8th Oct 2013
NZ business confidence high in the sky
Information Communication & Technology

NZ business confidence high in the sky

New Zealand business confidence soars to a five-year high, with a net 54% of firms optimistic about the year ahead, led by bullish construction sector outlooks.

By Pattrick Smellie • 2 min read • Tue, 1st Oct 2013
Business confidence rises high up in the NZ sky
Information Communication & Technology

Business confidence rises high up in the NZ sky

New Zealand business confidence rose to its highest in more than 14 years in July amid signs of a broader economic expansion.

By Pattrick Smellie • 3 min read • Thu, 1st Aug 2013
IT sector leads recruitment charge
Unified Communications

IT sector leads recruitment charge

Hudson survey shows a desire in the IT industry to move away from heavy use of contractors as a normal part of business.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Tue, 18th Jan 2011
Business profitability 'deteriorating again'
NZIER

Business profitability 'deteriorating again'

New Zealand's economy contracted in September, with large firms' profits falling sharply and business confidence turning negative, says NZIER.

By Staff Writer • 1 min read • Tue, 5th Oct 2010
Survey: ICT job ads up 45%
Potentia

Survey: ICT job ads up 45%

Over a third of businesses are currently hiring with 82% expecting to do so within the next six months, says a new report.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Mon, 31st May 2010
IDC: Firms struggling in
IT services

IDC: Firms struggling in

New IDC report reveals ongoing struggle for New Zealand firms despite increased confidence, with IT services spending to hit NZD $3,329 million by 2014.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Thu, 27th May 2010