The manufacturing sector experienced a drop in the rate of expansion for the first month of 2015, with a seasonally adjusted PMI for January at 50.9.
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Recent media releases from BusinessNZ.
Entries open for Auckland Export Awards 2015
The Air New Zealand Cargo ExportNZ Awards Auckland recognise innovative, brave and successful Auckland/Northland companies delivering major contributions to New Zealand’s prosperity.
Resource development framework has serious problems
New Zealand’s resource development framework has serious problems and needs urgent reform, says BusinessNZ.
Wage growth needs productivity growth
The latest study by the Productivity Commission is a useful, although partial, insight into the economy, says BusinessNZ.
Local government requires wider review
The Local Government Funding Review discussion paper released today is useful and should spark discussion on wider issues including the proper role and limits of local government, says BusinessNZ
End of year top up – PSI
The services sector ended on a solid note in 2014, with expansion improving during December, with a seasonally adjusted PSI for December at 56.5.
Technology risks keep New Zealand energy executives awake at night
The second annual New Zealand Energy Issues Map reveals a rich and informative story around the risks and opportunities are increasingly keeping New Zealand energy executives awake at night, especially around new technologies.
BusinessNZ welcomes RMA review
BusinessNZ welcomes the beginning of the review of the Resource Management Act.
End of year cheer – PMI
Expansion in the manufacturing sector lifted during the last month of 2014, with a seasonally adjusted PMI for December at 57.7.
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.