A brief update from the business sector.

The economy has posted a trade deficit in January, along with a strong increase in the value of exports to China.

The cinema sofware company, Vista Group, says full year revenue growth has exceeded its expectations.

New Zealand King Salmon has reported a strong lift in half year profit despite a drop in sales volumes.

The honey producer and exporter Comvita has upped its revenue, but made an overall loss of 13-million dollars in the six months to December, partly due to a writedown because of the Australian bushfires.

Refining New Zealand's profits have slumped amid low margins, increased competition, and global trade issues.

A2 Milk's half year profit has surged 21 percent to just under 185-million dollars on increased sales and better margins.

Air New Zealand says it's not satisfied with its earnings, after a 33-percent drop in its half year profit.

A brief update on the movements in the financial sector.

News from the business sector, including a market report.