Expansion in the manufacturing sector lifted during the last month of 2014, with a seasonally adjusted PMI for December at 57.7.
Media Releases
Recent media releases from BusinessNZ.
BusinessNZ welcomes RMA review
BusinessNZ welcomes the beginning of the review of the Resource Management Act.
BIAC calls on OECD governments to build a compelling case for private sector-led growth
Chair Phil O’Reilly presents the three pillars of the private sector’s growth agenda at the BIAC’s annual consultation with OECD Ambassadors in Paris.
NZ economy – cautious optimism
The New Zealand economy is in good heart compared with other international economies, according to the latest BusinessNZ Planning Forecast.
Solid ground – PSI
Expansion in the services sector eased during November, although still remains at solid levels, with a seasonally adjusted PSI for November at 54.8.
Holding its own – PMI
Manufacturing activity remained in solid territory during November, although the level of expansion eased back from the previous month, with a seasonally adjusted PMI for November at 55.2.
Progress towards clean water
The dairy industry is making progress towards clean water, according to the Sustainable Business Council.
Convention supports welfare standards and exports
New Zealand’s decision to ratify the Maritime Labour Convention will strengthen systems for successful exporting, says BusinessNZ.
Petroleum block offer welcomed
BusinessNZ has welcomed the announcement of block offer permit awards for petroleum exploration in offshore and onshore locations around Northland, East Coast, Taranaki and the South Island.
Exporters bullish for year ahead and managing the high dollar
The 2014 Exporters Survey shows exporters planning for growth. Catherine Beard, Executive Director says the business outlook is positive for exporters.
IOE and BPW International uncover economic dividend of gender equality
The BPW International (Turkey) Conference was held in conjunction with Yeditepe University and took place on 14 November 2014 in Istanbul.
More fiscal discipline needed
BusinessNZ supports the NZ Initiative’s call for greater fiscal discipline by government.