Matt Goodson of Salt Funds looks at the earnings and profits/losses of the big listed companies reported in past three weeks. Has the economy found a bottom. Where the future jobs will come from. How financial markets are starting the week.

An early look at the day's business news, and how financial markets are shaping up for the week.

News from the business sector, including a market report.

For the latest from the markets with Gyles Beckford.

Government models show employment is likely to grow by close to 40 thousand workers a year for the next decade.

The Super Fund has received top marks in the latest UN report on responsible investing.

Maori businesses could do better to formally report on their social and environmental wins and not just their bottom line.

A property research expert says the law needs tweaking if the housing crisis is going to be solved.

Consumer confidence has perked up a shade belying headlines of a slowing economy and a deteriorating global outlook.

A brief update of movements in the financial sector.