The Performance of Services Index maintained a solid growth pulse in July. It all suggests a decent start to the third quarter of the year for a big chunk of the economy.
Media Releases
Recent media releases from BusinessNZ.
Positive frame of mind – PMI
New Zealand’s manufacturing sector had a seasonally adjusted PMI for July at 53.5. Although this was 1.6 points lower than June, it was still the second highest result for the last four months.
David Caygill to chair BusinessNZ Energy Council
Former Finance Minister Hon David Caygill is to Chair the BusinessNZ Energy Council.
Better regulation for economic growth
Plans to improve New Zealand’s laws and regulations have been welcomed by BusinessNZ.
New safety bill more practical
New legislation for health and safety is being made more practical, says BusinessNZ.
ACC transparency strongly supported
More transparent management of ACC levies is strongly supported, says BusinessNZ.
Humming along – PSI
New Zealand’s services sector held its own in June as activity remained at a healthy level of expansion, with a seasonally adjusted PSI for June at 58.2
Tax suggestion constructive
BusinessNZ says Labour’s proposal for provisional tax is a constructive step.
Expansion reigns – PMI
New Zealand’s manufacturing sector experienced an increase in expansion during June, with a seasonally adjusted PMI for June at 55.2
Zero hours proposals look workable
BusinessNZ says the Government’s proposals for zero hours contracts look workable.
Emissions target challenging but achievable
New Zealand’s new target for emissions reduction is challenging but achievable with collective effort says BusinessNZ.
BIAC guidelines for multinational enterprises
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