Millions of domestic workers around the world stand to gain improved working conditions following a vote at the International Labour Organisation (ILO) last week.
Media Releases
Recent media releases from BusinessNZ.
Small steps for service sector expansion – PSI
The service sector continued to show improvement in expansion during May, although at a slow pace, with a seasonally adjusted PSI for May at 52.8.
May march for manufacturing activity – PMI
The month of May saw the manufacturing sector continue its march towards stronger expansion, with a seasonally adjusted PMI for May at 54.7.
Outlook for economy continues to improve
The best terms of trade since the early 1970s and growing business confidence are bringing a positive outlook for the New Zealand economy, according to the BusinessNZ Planning Forecast.
New partnerships contribute to global picture of sustainability
BusinessNZ and Landcare Research have partnered with the Global Reporting Initiative (GRI), to provide an accurate and complete sustainability reports database for NZ.
More choice in ACC welcome
BusinessNZ supports the general direction of proposals outlined in the ACC discussion document released today.
Budget cautious and safe
BusinessNZ has characterised Budget 2011 as cautious and safe, with most announcements generally pointing in the right direction of reducing government expenditure and debt.
Tax claims misleading
Operating costs and business debt shouldered not only by farms but all businesses are reflected in their level of taxes paid, says BusinessNZ.
Devil in the detail for service sector expansion – PSI
The service sector improved its level of expansion for April, although the devil is in the detail, with a seasonally adjusted PSI for April at 52.6.
‘Skills for Canterbury’ essential for the rebuild
The Budget’s focus on skills to rebuilding Christchurch is well-placed, says BusinessNZ.
April shows slight upturn in manufacturing activity – PMI
Despite recent shocks to the economy, manufacturing has continued its run of expansion, with a seasonally adjusted PMI for April at 51.5.
Need to ensure vibrant electricity market
The Electricity Authority’s proposed conclusion that an undesirable trading situation (UTS) took place on 26 March, sends a clear signal to the market about expectations of appropriate trading behaviour, says BusinessNZ Chief Executive Phil O’Reilly.