International trade between New Zealand and the European Union should be freed up, says BusinessNZ.
Media Releases
Recent media releases from BusinessNZ.
Large trade blocs good for NZ exports
New Zealand’s refreshed priorities for international trade have been welcomed by ExportNZ.
Onwards and upwards – PSI
Activity in New Zealand’s services sector reached higher levels in August, with a seasonally adjusted PSI for August at 58.2.
Data good for students, economy
BusinessNZ says data on employment outcomes will help students make good career choices.
Balancing act – PMI
New Zealand’s manufacturing sector experienced an increase in expansion during August, with a seasonally adjusted PMI for June at 55.0
BIAC welcomes B20 Recommendation on Tax and Looks to Imminent Release of Final BEPS Reports
BIAC welcomes B20 Recommendation on Tax and Looks to Imminent Release of Final BEPS Reports.
Business rebuilds in Canterbury
Business rebuilds in Canterbury – Timeline for redevelopment and rebuild of businesses following the Christchurch earthquakes, compiled by the Canterbury Employers’ Chamber of Commerce
Government Decision to allow dumping gets balance wrong
BusinessNZ is disappointed the Government has failed to heed submissions and is allowing goods to be dumped in NZ if it is deemed to be in the “public interest”, via a new public interest test.
In the zone – PSI
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.
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.