Manufacturing had its second consecutive improvement in April, although the sector continues to remain in contraction, with a seasonally adjusted PMI for April at 43.7.
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Recent media releases from BusinessNZ.
Constructive conversations in workplaces
Good workplace communication is part of the reason for today’s better than expected unemployment figures, says BusinessNZ.
Extension of job support scheme sensible
The decision to extend the job support scheme to medium sized businesses makes sense, says BusinessNZ.
Weak economy – but some glimmers of hope
BusinessNZ’s Economic Conditions Index (ECI) again highlights the weakness of the New Zealand economy, although displaying a few glimmers of hope.
Continued focus needed on small and start-up exporters
Small and start-up exporters must not be allowed to fall through the cracks in the wake of the Government’s changes to business assistance programmes, says BusinessNZ.
Services sector still weak – PSI
There were positives and negatives in the service sector in March, with a seasonally adjusted PSI for March at 47.1.
Rate of manufacturing activity decline eases in March – PMI
Manufacturing activity was still contracting during March, with a seasonally adjusted PMI for March at 40.7.
More headroom for a better carbon scheme
BusinessNZ says our changed position on greenhouse gas emissions gives us room to move on emissions trading.
Proposals for One Auckland positive for enterprise
The environment for enterprise would be boosted by the One Auckland recommendations of the Royal Commission on Auckland Governance, says BusinessNZ.
New awards present opportunities for international business growth
As the entry deadline for the New Zealand International Business Awards approaches, BusinessNZ says they will provide timely learning opportunities, as well as a valuable prize for the winner.
Constructive approach by polytechs
BusinessNZ says the offer by a number of polytechnics to support the 9-day fortnight is helpful.
Service sector continues weak demand – PSI
Despite experiencing an improvement in activity levels for February, the service sector remains in contraction, with a seasonally adjusted PSI for February at 46.3.