News
Search all News
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.
Tale of two islands for service sector activity – PSI
The recent Christchurch earthquake has led to a clear divide in the level of activity between the two main islands, with a seasonally adjusted PSI for March at 50.8.
Good start for tackling youth unemployment
More targeted investment into training and helping young people into jobs has been welcomed by BusinessNZ.
Manufacturing activity shaken by quake – PMI
Manufacturing activity has been shaken over the last couple of months, but is still keeping its head above water, with a seasonally adjusted PMI for March at 50.1.
Lack of global market hampers New Zealand’s emissions trading scheme
New Zealand’s emissions trading scheme would be fit for purpose if there was a deep and liquid global carbon market, but the existence of such a market is increasingly unlikely in the medium term, says BusinessNZ.
Science education crucial for our future
The Chief Science Advisor’s report on school science education raises crucial issues for New Zealand’s future prosperity, says BusinessNZ.
BusinessNZ welcomes vocational pathways
BusinessNZ has welcomed Government proposals to broaden the range of learning options for young people.
Enhanced business input to Australia NZ Leadership Forum
The 7th Australia NZ Leadership Forum will be a further opportunity for business to help shape the economic agenda between the two countries, says BusinessNZ.
Sustainability & Life Cycle Management
BusinessNZ is delighted to host Future Footprints: Sustainability in the Marketplace with the NZ Life Cycle Management Centre
Private sector supports rebirth of strong Canterbury
Today’s announcement by Government outlining a $2.5 million funding package for business is welcomed by business.
Infrastructure Plan needs trade-offs
Our next National Infrastructure Plan requires more detail about infrastructure trade-offs, says BusinessNZ.
Right Questions Needed in NZETS Review
Asking the right questions is vital in the review of NZ’s Emissions Trading Scheme (NZETS), says BusinessNZ Chief Executive Phil O’Reilly.