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ev maker rivian faces setback due to trade tariffs

EV maker Rivian faces setback due to trade tariffs

Rivian has lowered its vehicle delivery forecast for 2025, attributing the revision to the financial strain caused by tariffs introduced...

By Mike Jerome Infante | 07 May 2025 | 3 min read
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New report uncovers key insights on Kiwi founder pay

Gender pay disparities among business founders continue, the New Zealand Founder Pay Report 2025 released by LiveRem and Oxygen Advisors...

By Leenah-Leen Arandia | 07 May 2025 | 2 min read
majority of trump token holders face losses as few make millions

Majority of Trump Token holders face losses as few make millions

President Donald Trump’s $TRUMP meme coin has stirred controversy in the cryptocurrency space, generating enormous profits for a small group...

By Mike Jerome Infante | 07 May 2025 | 3 min read
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Six shipyards shortlisted to build new Cook Strait rail ferries

Six international shipbuilders have been shortlisted to construct two new Cook Strait ferries, a critical step in the government’s renewed...

By Liam Foster | 07 May 2025 | 2 min read
uk, india agree on trade pact to slash tariffs, expand markets

UK, India agree on trade pact to slash tariffs, expand markets

The United Kingdom and India have reached a comprehensive free trade agreement—a milestone in their economic partnership and a new...

By Mike Jerome Infante | 07 May 2025 | 3 min read
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National Party pushes to ban social media for under-16s

In a move igniting national debate, Tukituki MP Catherine Wedd has introduced a member’s bill aiming to ban under-16s from...

By Liam Foster | 07 May 2025 | 5 min read
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Qantas’ routes from Perth to Auckland and Johannesburg set for December

Qantas has announced the launch of two new international routes from Perth, with direct flights to Auckland and Johannesburg set...

By Leenah-Leen Arandia | 07 May 2025 | 2 min read
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ASB prepares for home loan refix wave by recruiting 80 new specialists

ASB is actively recruiting 80 new homeownership specialists to support an expected increase in home loan applications. Although the majority of...

By Leenah-Leen Arandia | 06 May 2025 | 2 min read
microsoft ends skype after 22 years of service

Microsoft ends Skype after 22 years of service

Microsoft has officially ended support for Skype, the once-groundbreaking internet voice and video calling service that has been a cornerstone...

By Mike Jerome Infante | 06 May 2025 | 3 min read
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NZ film industry wary of “100% tariff” on films made outside the U.S.

NZ’s thriving film sector has been plunged into uncertainty following President Trump’s surprise announcement of a 100% tariff on all...

By Liam Foster | 06 May 2025 | 4 min read
ford pulls 2025 financial guidance following 2.5 billion tariff blow

Ford pulls 2025 financial guidance following $2.5 billion tariff blow

Ford Motor Company has withdrawn its financial guidance for 2025 amid mounting challenges posed by tariffs imposed by the United...

By Mike Jerome Infante | 06 May 2025 | 3 min read
woolworths

Fast delivery fuels Woolworth’s e-commerce growth

Fast-paced grocery delivery is experiencing growth, with Woolworths New Zealand’s leader identifying it as the fastest-expanding segment of the business. The...

By Leenah-Leen Arandia | 06 May 2025 | 2 min read
australia shares hold firm as asia pacific trade talks continue

Australia shares hold firm as Asia-Pacific trade talks continue

Australian shares opened Tuesday’s session largely unchanged as investors carefully considered the latest developments in trade relations across the Asia-Pacific...

By Mike Jerome Infante | 06 May 2025 | 3 min read
air nz dreamliner

Air New Zealand launches all-new cabin experience with the redesigned 787-9 Dreamliner

Air New Zealand has introduced its world-first retrofitted 787-9 Dreamliner ZK-NZH. The world-first retrofitted 787-9 Dreamliner is currently in Auckland for...

By Leenah-Leen Arandia | 06 May 2025 | 3 min read
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Minister used private email account for government communications

Education and Immigration Minister Erica Stanford is under fire after revelations that she used her personal email account to manage...

By Liam Foster | 06 May 2025 | 4 min read
nzcb apprentice challenge winner daniel smith

Auckland’s Daniel Smith named New Zealand’s top carpentry apprentice

Auckland’s Daniel Smith (32) has won the coveted title of New Zealand’s top apprentice at the NZ Certified Builders (NZCB)...

By B2B News | 06 May 2025 | 3 min read
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