Indonesia’s energy minister says ExxonMobil’s permit for the Cepu oil block will be extended to 2055, providing long-term certainty for one of the country’s key energy assets.
A Toronto Real Canadian Superstore was fined $10,000 for misleading displays that suggested imported food was a “Product of Canada,” highlighting issues in grocery origin labeling.
A vinegar product sold on Amazon has been recalled due to a poisoning risk, raising new concerns about food safety oversight in online marketplaces.
Nevada is pressing ahead with a legal challenge against prediction markets, arguing they operate as unlicensed sports gambling platforms under state law.
Netflix’s interest in Warner Bros. reflects a cautious strategy focused on leverage, protection, and long-term stability rather than aggressive acquisition.
A massive frozen food recall affecting major retailers highlights food safety risks and the scale of modern supply chains.
Oil prices near six-month highs amid U.S.–Iran tensions, while parts of the energy industry were already rallying before the geopolitical surge.
New Zealand’s sharemarket closed about 1% lower as declines in heavyweight stocks dragged the index down, reflecting cautious sentiment and measured profit-taking.
Dozens of potential jurors were dismissed from Elon Musk’s Twitter takeover trial after widespread bias concerns surfaced during jury selection.
The NZ sharemarket fell about 1 percent at week’s close as larger stocks dragged the index lower, reflecting cautious sentiment and modest profit-taking by investors.
Ted Sarandos is pushing to finalize a Warner Bros. Discovery deal, highlighting shifting power dynamics in streaming, theatrical distribution, and global media strategy.
Three Auckland food creators share their favorite Lunar New Year dishes — from playful dumplings to kimchi pancakes and symbolic braised carp — celebrating culture and family.
Anna Murdoch-Mann, mother of a News Corp heir and former wife of Rupert Murdoch, has died at 81, closing a quiet chapter in media dynasty history.
Revised data show U.S. economic growth slowed in the fourth quarter as government disruption and weaker consumer spending weighed on activity.
An Auckland buyer lost a significant deposit after failing to settle on the purchase of Kohimarama Lodge and “ghosting” the vendors, who have relisted the property.
Illiquid loans and rising investor pressure are exposing structural risks in private credit, with software lending now under growing scrutiny.
Inflation data, Amazon’s retail dominance, and new Silicon Valley micro-economies highlight deep shifts in the U.S. economic landscape.
A ratified UAW deal in the South raises new questions about the long-term direction of Volkswagen’s Chattanooga plant.
A major New Zealand bank has cut several fixed home loan rates following a Reserve Bank decision, offering potential relief and planning certainty for borrowers.
The Reserve Bank governor has urged businesses to remain disciplined on pricing and costs as inflation eases but economic conditions stay restrained.
PayPal is facing a securities fraud class action lawsuit, reflecting rising investor scrutiny and pressure for transparency in the fintech sector.
OpenAI’s 2030 revenue forecast reflects the rapid expansion of AI as core digital and economic infrastructure.
Lenders showed reluctance toward debt financing for a CoreWeave data center, signaling growing caution in AI and infrastructure credit markets.
Wellington’s Boat Café & Bar will close amid challenging hospitality conditions, marking the end of a long-standing waterfront fixture.