Wednesday, 28 March 2018

Markets

Major Indices
 
 
 
 
NZX Top 5 by Value
CodeNameLastVolumeChange
ATMA2 Corp Limited8.80033,6330.2402.65%
CNUChorus Limited Ordinary Shares4.035325,0000.0050.12%
TWFUNITS2.04021,0000.0653.09%
EUFUNITS1.63317,9000.0442.62%
MELMeridian Energy Limited2.77024,3090.0301.07%
 
Recent News
  • Govt toughens electricity review final terms of reference

    20:38 | 27/3/18
    Scoop
    March 27 (BusinessDesk) - The final terms of reference for the government's inquiry into the electricity sector goes further than draft proposals to include examining whether power companies can make "excessive profits" and "whether ... more»
  • NZ dollar remains steady as trade war fears ease

    20:11 | 27/3/18
    Scoop
    March 27 (BusinessDesk) - The New Zealand dollar dipped slightly but continued to hover around a 2-week high against the greenback as Asian markets were cheered by hopes that a global trade war might be averted. more»
  • NZ Reserve Bank may be less of a 'fiefdom' with changes

    18:46 | 27/3/18
    Scoop
    NZ Reserve Bank may be less of a 'fiefdom' with changes to policy-making, Treasury observer  more»
  • Disappointment for Euro Buyers as Brexit Transition Deal not a 'Game Changer ...

    18:37 | 27/3/18
    Pound Sterling Live
    The Pound buys 1.1431 Euros on the inter-bank market at the time of writing, this week's high is seen at 1.1471 while this week's low is at 1.1411. more»
  • Drones invading controlled air space once a week

    18:36 | 27/3/18
    Scoop
    Drones invading controlled air space in NZ at rate of one a week, Airways NZ says By Jonathan Underhill  more»
  • Vector Welcomes Review of Electricity Prices

    17:59 | 27/3/18
    Scoop
    Vector Welcomes the Terms of Reference for the Government Review of Electricity Prices Vector has welcomed the Government’s announcement of the final terms of reference for its review of electricity pricing, saying it is nearly a decade since ... more»
  • Oil and gas sector jittery

    17:50 | 27/3/18
    Scoop
    March 27 (BusinessDesk) - While New Zealand's government said a transition away from fossil fuels will take several decades, concern about the immediate future is running high in the sector given investment already sunk into exploration. more»
  • Swiss Franc Trading Lower In The Morning Session

    17:41 | 27/3/18
    Action Forex
    In economic news, Switzerland's total sight deposits rose to a level of CHF576.0 billion in the week ended 23 March, compared to a level of CHF575.9 billion reported in the previous week. more»
  • Court dismisses Health Ministry’s case against Philip Morris

    16:24 | 27/3/18
    Scoop
    WELLINGTON, New Zealand – [27/03/2018] – Philip Morris (New Zealand) Limited (PMNZ) today welcomed the Wellington District Court’s judgment that confirms the legality of HEETS, a heated tobacco product specifically designed for use with IQOS, ... more»
  • NZ farmer confidence picks up in 2018

    16:00 | 27/3/18
    Scoop
    March 27 (BusinessDesk) - New Zealand farmer confidence picked up in the first quarter of the year following two consecutive declines as farmers' fears about the policies of the Labour-led government stabilised. more»
  • Here's a valuable lesson on Japanese yen

    15:48 | 27/3/18
    Stripes Japan
    Among the six coins, the 100 yen coin is the most useful for various vending machines, coin laundries and parking lots. You may notice that there are many 100-yen shops near your base. But, be aware, when you buy a 100-yen item in the shop, you have to ... more»
  • Results of the 2018 Medical Council of New Zealand election

    15:07 | 27/3/18
    Scoop
    The Medical Council of New Zealand (Council) today released the names of the four top polling candidates following its recent election. The successful candidates are: • Dr Stephen Child • Dr Ainsley Goodman • Dr Pamela Hale • Dr Curtis Walker ... more»
  • Airways statement re: near miss with drone

    14:59 | 27/3/18
    Scoop
    Air traffic control organisation Airways New Zealand says it is concerned about an increasing number of drone sightings in controlled airspace.  more»
  • TIA urges West Coast councils to reject plan

    14:53 | 27/3/18
    Scoop
    Tourism Industry Aotearoa is urging district councils on the West Coast of the South Island to reject a plan to wind up Tourism West Coast, the local regional tourism organisation, and transfer its responsibilities to Development West Coast, the area’s ... more»
  • SkyCity eyes 'asset lighter' plan to free up cash for growth

    14:43 | 27/3/18
    Scoop
    March 27 (BusinessDesk) - SkyCity Entertainment Group, New Zealand's only listed casino company, is looking to free up cash from its existing assets during a period of heavy investment while it commits to protecting dividend payouts. more»
Global Indices
CodeLastChange
NZ508,2421732.06%
COMP7,2212283.26%
DJI24,2036692.84%
SP5002,659702.72%
DAX13,4662361.78%
FTSE7,48850.07%
NI22522,4204081.86%
TWI73.590.090.12%
Currencies
CodeLastChange
EURUSD1.2410.0040.35%
NZDUSD0.72810.00180.25%
AUDUSD0.77070.00390.50%
NZDAUD0.94500.00290.31%