NZ Business
As a new era of rising interest rates and cost inflation dawns, farmers need to be resilient, have stronger earnings, more flexibility and consider more diversification.
NZ Business
The expansion of Top Energy's geothermal power generation at Ngāwhā now makes the Far North district self-sufficient in terms of electricity, and all of it now comes from a renewable source.
NZ Business
Data from one of New Zealand’s leading innovators in predator-free technology suggests Kiwis double down on pest control in their backyards when in COVID lockdown, with some impressive results.
NZ Sustainability
They became carbon zero certified in 2019, but now the team at nationwide property remediation company APS Complete Property Services (APS) is planning to double - even triple - their offsets, to become one of just a handful of New Zealand companies that are carbon positive.
NZ Business
ANZ NZ’s strong annual results come off the back of record demand in the housing market, a stronger than expected economy and a significant reduction in provisions put aside by the bank last year.
NZ Business
The success of Rob Beard’s salami and small goods business pushed him to the edge - but now, with the right help and support, he has transformed his business, making it stronger and more resilient, and in doing so he has redefined his idea of success.
NZ Business
One of country’s leading tourism operators is looking forward to the return of international visitors, eager to provide a pioneering zero-carbon holiday experience in partnership with other businesses in the Nelson Tasman region. In this article, Brendan Alborn of Alborn Enterprises talks about how he went about making his company carbon neutral.
NZ Business
With the critical role women play in food systems around the world being recognised by this year’s International Day of Rural Women on October 15th, Hawkes Bay farmer Maddy McLean reflects on how the traditional role of women in agriculture has evolved, and how she gained the skills, knowledge and confidence to contribute to both the day-to-day, and business sides of her farm.
NZ Business
Auckland food manufacturer Loft started out wanting to reduce waste, but that goal quickly evolved into a widespread focus on sustainability – now they’re carbon neutral, and have some key tips for other businesses just getting started.
NZ Business
The couple behind one of New Zealand’s most sustainable farms are challenging all Kiwi farmers to think three or four generations into the future when making decisions.
NZ Business
New Zealand retirement village operator Summerset Group’s sustainability linked loan sets environmental, social and governance standards for the growing aged care sector.
NZ Business
When Fiji’s Covid-19 outbreak began this year and the country closed to all arrivals, ANZ Regional Executive for the Pacific Tessa Price found herself on the wrong side of the border.
NZ Business
GirlBoss New Zealand is the brainchild of Alexia Hilbertidou, who created the programme as a result of her own experiences as a teenager growing up in Auckland.
NZ Business
As sustainable finance moves into the mainstream it is fostering innovation and encouraging demand for high quality reporting and more uniform standards.
NZ Business
As Covid-19 continues to pose a challenge to Pacific economies, many businesses in the region have looked to embrace alternative business models and methods. We hear from two Cook Islands businesses that have adapted to a lack of tourists and are using ANZ’s eGate technology.
NZ Business
Māori unemployment is already essentially back down to its pre-COVID levels – albeit still high at 8.4%
NZ Business
They’ve spent 20 years building up the largest deer herd in the Gisborne region, and last year won a Federated Farmers’ Farmer of the Year Award. Now, as Malcolm and Caroline Rau begin to see their hard work pay off, they talk about the benefits of stock diversity, what traits to look for in a deer, and how persistence is the key to their success.
NZ Business
The last year has been a tough time for some of our smaller exporters and it looks like getting goods offshore will continue to be a struggle as they face rising shipping costs and dropping capacity, with the situation not likely to improve well into 2022.
NZ Business
One of the country’s largest couch retailers has committed to paying farmers a ‘fair price’ for their wool, as part of its sustainability push.
NZ Business
Despite rock bottom prices, ANZ Agricultural Economist Susan Kilsby explains why she believes wool is here to stay, why it plays a vital role in a diversified and sustainable farming sector, and why there are many reasons to be optimistic.
NZ Business
ANZ has been recognised for its industry-leading work with Auckland Council in sustainable finance at this year’s INFINZ Awards.
NZ Business
2021 is set to be a record year for the global sustainable finance market, as new ways of allocating capital are developed to help solve major challenges, like climate change and poverty.
NZ Business
An innovative and industry-leading bill payment service - which gives ANZ customers greater visibility and control of what they need to pay, and when - has won a top prize at the 2021 INFINZ awards.
NZ Business
With the first tourists returning to the Cook Islands this week after 14 months of Covid-19 travel restrictions, local businesses are cautiously optimistic.
NZ Business
With parts of the country experiencing extremely dry soil, ANZ is urging farming customers to get in touch if they are struggling with their finances.
NZ Business
Sir John Key is bullish on the prospects for New Zealand; predicting continued strong demand for exports and a recovery in the tourism sector.
NZ Business
Inner-city Auckland apartment 26Aroha aims to make rental apartments as nice - if not nicer - than owning your own home.
NZ Business
ANZ NZ's results today show how resilient several areas of New Zealand’s economy have been, in the face of COVID-19.
NZ Business
Jake Jarman knows a thing or two about farming – he’s a finalist in this year’s Young Farmer Contest - and he’s now finding Mid-Canterbury to be fertile ground for upskilling in a closely-related field: banking.
NZ Business
A Vanuatu energy company is working on a biofuel project that is uniquely Pacific in its approach.
NZ Business
Bella Crossan may not know much about banking - but she's found there are a diverse range of roles at the bank that need different skills.
NZ Business
Fijian food business Kanalevu Kitchen has grown a successful and profitable business during a pandemic using creativity, self-belief, and a whole lot of hustle.
NZ Business
Three of ANZ NZ's senior leaders, all women, have reflected on their roles within the company ahead of International Women's Day.
NZ Business
The move towards more intensified living is gathering significant momentum in Auckland’s leafy inner suburbs.
NZ Business
Immigrating from Papua New Guinea to New Zealand, Scott Sause knew he wanted to make most the opportunities, including the ANZ Graduate Programme.
NZ Business
The Covid-19 lockdown gave many Kiwis the time the motivation to launch new businesses, new data from ANZ suggests.
NZ Business
How we manage our water resources is becoming increasingly important to our sustainable food exports.
NZ Business
She is ANZ New Zealand's Chief Economist, but who is the real Sharon Zollner?
NZ Consumer
Black Friday and Cyber Monday spending has boosted ANZ's card spending figures for November.
NZ Business
ANZi Ventures has made a significant investment in an Auckland artificial intelligence start-up called Aider.
NZ Consumer
ANZ's credit and debit card spending figures for October show some retail sectors are doing well well and others are struggling.
NZ Consumer
Leading architect and Grand Designs NZ host Chris Moller has called for more women to enter the construction sector, and for NZ to massively scale up the pre-fabrication of homes.
NZ Business
"Our connectivity can help us turn the barrier of geographical distance into an opportunity."
NZ Business
Direct investment activity continues to increase driven by iwi armed with a $1bn investment capacity.
NZ Business
As CFO we’re used to seeing Stewart Taylor as the face of our half and full year results. This candid video reveals some of the more surprising things about him.
NZ Insights
The impact of the downturn looks set to broaden and worsen, and women remain particularly vulnerable.
NZ Business
International capital markets have been swift to expand the scope of social bonds to respond to the fallout from the Covid-19 pandemic.
NZ Business
Covid-19 brought unprecedented challenges to our country and consequently for many businesses, including ANZ NZ, and this is reflected in our full-year result.
NZ Business
ANZ's Business Outlook Survey shows the results of a monthly survey including hundreds of businesses nationwide. ANZ Business Outlook analyses where the economy will be going over the next 12 months. The publication is written for business people who can see at a glance how business confidence is stacking up, what export sales are up to, how the labour market is doing, and more.
NZ Business
NZ’s largest Green Bond issue has raised $200 million to help finance the construction of a 60-turbine wind farm near Palmerston North.
NZ Media Releases
Strong balance sheets, low debt levels and involvement in food production have helped many Iwi and Māori businesses emerge into the Covid world with an appetite to invest.
NZ Business
ANZ’s Chief Economist Sharon Zollner and Managing Director, Commercial & Agri, Mark Hiddleston discuss the economic outlook and how businesses can navigate the path ahead.
NZ Business
Agricultural Economist Susan Kilsby looks at what strict new rules governing the management of fresh water means for farmers.
NZ Business
Renewed Alert Level restrictions are going to weigh on activity, prolong the current bout of data volatility, push out the recovery in economic momentum, and keep the dial on monetary and fiscal stimulus turned up to eleven for even longer.
NZ Business
Weaning economies off their extraordinary monetary and fiscal accommodation will be the next big challenge.
NZ Business
Covid-19 has been a tipping point for many retailers for whom the value of contactless payments has been in the balance.
NZ Business
In a global environment that faces twin health and economic crisis, New Zealand producers have something the world wants.
NZ Business
As one of New Zealand’s biggest tech shops, investing and fostering the development of a world class, diverse tech workforce and industry for New Zealand ANZ is proud to be part of Techweek2020.
NZ Business
Small firms’ confidence plunged in the June quarter with Covid-19 wreaking havoc on sentiment, although early indicators suggest September quarter confidence started on a more positive footing.
NZ Business
Facing a worldwide health and economic crisis consumers are now putting renewed emphasis on their health and ensuring the food they eat is authentic, natural and is produced sustainably.
NZ Business
Infrastructure projects will play a vital role in helping New Zealand recover from the economic disruption caused by the Covid-19 pandemic and the actions taken to contain it.
NZ Consumer
ANZ’s Chief Financial Officer Stewart Taylor explains how negative interest rates might work.
NZ Business
Exploring key market developments and modeling potential earnings implications for some of New Zealand’s key sectors as we move beyond the period of government wage subsidy and business loan support.
NZ Business
These extraordinary times have shown us that – whether you are in the bread or wine business – those that can think on their feet, remain focused on the shifting needs of their customers and also have a plan are the ones most likely to succeed.
NZ Business
“Jamie’s been an amazing tool for us over the last few months,” says ANZ NZ’s Chief Information Officer, Mike Bullock.
NZ Business
In this podcast ANZ Chief Economist Sharon Zollner takes a macro view of the economy and the impact of COVID-19.
Mark Hiddleston, Managing Director Commercial & Agri gives practical insight into what will keep businesses afloat throughout the COVID impacted era.
NZ Business
ANZ Senior Economist Liz Kendall answers the big questions about the New Zealand property market.
NZ Business
Insights from Finance Minister Hon Grant Robertson, ANZ NZ CEO Antonia Watson and Chief Economist Sharon Zollner on the Government’s Budget 2020 and its plans for rebuilding the economy in the wake of Covid-19.
NZ Business
A new initiative by University of Canterbury offers new hope to those facing a COVID-19 career crisis.
NZ Business
ANZ Chief Economist provides 9 insights into how COVID-19 has reshaped New Zealand's economy.
NZ Business
Looking at our half year result, it’s hard for the numbers to tell the full story, so we asked ANZ NZ CFO Stewart Taylor to explain in a little more detail.
NZ Business
Call data from New Zealand’s largest bank suggests Kiwis in lockdown settled into some new routines: we appear to have been slower in the morning, glued to the 6pm TV news and the government’s big COVID-19 announcements, and used digital tools more than ever.
NZ Business
After a month of staying at home in COVID-19 alert level 4 lockdown, New Zealanders are now looking forward to a little more freedom and the opportunity for some to reopen businesses.
NZ Business
After three weeks of New Zealand’s COVID-19 lockdown, with the Easter break behind us, and the possibility of some workplaces could soon re-open, this week there's been a drop in the number of customer seeking help from ANZ.
NZ Business
Two weeks into the national COVID-19 lockdown tens of thousands of Kiwis are continuing to face challenges, with many seeking financial help, including business owners who are having to re-think how they operate and often make some tough decisions.
NZ Business
ANZ NZ has temporarily lifted the contactless purchase limit from $80 to $200 in line with an industry move.
NZ Business
With 90 percent of our contact centre team now working on secure systems from home, our teams have been sharing tips on how best to make it work.
NZ Consumer
New Zealand's first full week in lockdown has been a tough time for many, with thousands of Kiwis facing challenges in their personal lives and having to make some hard decisions on how they can continue to run their businesses.
NZ Business
ANZ NZ understands many businesses are feeling the economic effects of Covid-19 and has put some support options in place to help business customers through this uncertain period.
NZ Business
We've been receiving questions about the options available to customers who can’t afford to pay their home loans as a result of Covid-19, including the loan repayment deferral announced by the Minister of Finance last week.
NZ Business
It's been a week of huge change in the lives of all New Zealanders. ANZ New Zealand too has had to alter the way it delivers its services to customers. Here are some of things we are proud to have achieved in the last week.
NZ Business
We've been receiving questions about the loan payment deferral proposals announced earlier this week. Ben Kelleher, ANZ NZ's Managing Director Retail and Business Banking, answers some of the most frequently asked questions below.
NZ Media Releases
ANZ has extended its drought assistance package to include farmers affected by extreme dry weather in parts of the Waikato and South Auckland.
NZ Business
The construction work that has changed the face of Auckland is just a start.
NZ Business
What do the RBNZ's new capital rules mean for New Zealand's dairy farmers and what can they expect from ANZ. Commercial & Agri Managing Director Mark Hiddleston goes into the details
NZ Business
Twitter or Instagram, window or aisle seat, kindle or paperback? Find out in this informal Q+A with ANZ New Zealand’s new CEO Antonia Watson,
NZ Media Releases
ANZ Bank provides an assistance package for Northland farmers affected by this summer’s extreme dry weather.
NZ Business
Sustainability is at the heart of New Zealand company Infratec’s innovative projects to build clean green power systems on some of the Pacific’s most remote islands.
NZ Business
2020 is shaping up as yet another important year in the current bull market run. Whether it’s the threat to slowing global growth, all-important elections, central bank policy or the rise of environmental and social issues – namely climate change – the next 12 months look to be busy both here and abroad. Here are five things our Investment team is looking at in 2020.
NZ Business
The Reserve Bank of New Zealand’s (RBNZ) finalised capital proposals give the banking industry clarity, ANZ Bank New Zealand Limited (ANZ NZ) said today.
NZ Business
ANZ sees improving sustainability standards to internationally recognised levels as crucial to meeting the demands of global consumers and securing the long term future of many of New Zealand’s export categories and tourism.
NZ Business
We need to develop a practical framework and classification for sustainability that aligns with global standards, says Mark Hiddleston.
NZ Business
Dairy company Synlait and ANZ have signed New Zealand’s first Sustainability linked loan tied to environmental, social and governance metrics.
NZ Media Releases
Southern Cross Cable Network (SCCN) is adding to its subsea offering and building a new, 13,000-kilometre, high-speed internet cable connecting Australia, New Zealand and the Pacific with the west coast of the United States.
NZ Community
ANZ was a joint lead manager on a $600 million Housing New Zealand Wellbeing Bond this week, which will help fund investment in new or upgraded sustainable social housing.
NZ Business
Iwi continue to grow their returns and are targeting new investment areas, according to ANZ Bank’s latest Iwi Investment Insights report, Te Tirohanga Whānui.
NZ Business
When the Marlborough District Council restricted water use during this summer’s big dry, grape growers felt it.
NZ Business
ANZ wins Canstar Agribusiness Bank of the Year for the 8th year in a row.
NZ Business
Recent acquisitions of some of NZ’s largest kiwifruit orchards reflect the increasing role Māori are playing in New Zealand business.
NZ Media Releases
The New Zealand wine industry continues to perform well on the back of profitability for wineries of all sizes, strengthening balance sheets and a healthy propensity for innovation.
Media
Manufacturers who invest in innovation – which could be a new product, a new service, new data systems or technology, or a change in the way they run their business - can have significant productivity gains over those that don’t, according to new research by ANZ.
Farmers are pre-empting signalled changes to environmental regulations by investing in environmental initiatives now, an ANZ survey reveals.
NZ Media Releases
ANZ transactional data shows monthly consumer spending across the restaurant, cafe, bar and nightclub sector grew by 15% in the past two years.
Start investing in technology or face become less competitive – that is the message ANZ wants red meat farmers to take on board as technology advances provide new opportunities for the primary sector.
NZ Business
The home of NZ’s hops was hit by two tropical cyclones this year. Does this signal a sour note for beer drinkers?
NZ Business
ANZ's small business products and services have been recognised with three award wins from Canstar - Bank of the Year - Small Business, Bank of the Year - Business Credit Cards, and Most Satisfied Customers - Small Business Merchant Services.
We chat to an NZ SME which puts quality food and connection to the land at the centre of its business.