New Zealand’s manufacturing sector started 2014 on a healthy note, with a seasonally adjusted PMI for January at 56.2.
Economy & Tax
Cheers to 2013 – PSI
2013 represented a solid story of growth for New Zealand’s services sector, with a seasonally adjusted PSI for December at 57.5.
World class average – PMI
NZ’s manufacturing sector ended the year on a healthy note, and the first time since 2007 that every month recorded expansion in activity, with a seasonally adjusted PMI for December at 56.4.
ACC training claims overblown
It is unfortunate that important debate on workplace safety has been undermined by intemperate media comment, says BusinessNZ.
Productivity focus needed for 2014
Increased productivity is vital for improved wealth and living standards in the future and everyone has a part to play to achieve it, says BusinessNZ.
Positive approach heading into Xmas – PSI
New Zealand’s services sector experienced a positive and solid level of expansion heading into Xmas, with a PSI for November at 56.3.
Firm grip on expansion – PMI
New Zealand’s manufacturing sector remained in a firm grip of expansion as activity in the sector rose during November, with a seasonally adjusted PMI for November at 56.7.
IOE and TISK to support Australia B20 Human Capital Task Force Chair
IOE’S Brent Wilton and TISK’s Tugrul Kudatgobilik to support Australian B20 Human Capital Task Force Chair Steve Sargent.
NZ economy – wave of optimism
The BusinessNZ Planning Forecast shows the New Zealand economy is starting to bloom.
Absenteeism costs $1.3 billion
An estimated 6.1 million days of work absences cost the New Zealand economy approximately $1.3 billion last year, according to the first Wellness in the Workplace survey to be conducted here.
G20 role vindicates trans-Tasman work
Being part of next year’s G20 deliberations is a result of the strong Australia-New Zealand partnership, says BusinessNZ.
Sydney leadership forum focuses on building Asia-ready capabilities
The 9th Australia New Zealand Leadership Forum, which took place in Sydney on Wednesday 27 November, concluded with delegates resolving to build the capacity of both countries to take advantage of new opportunities in the Asia Pacific region, say the Forum Co-Chairs.