News from the business sector, including a market report.

For the latest from the markets we're joined by Michael Grace of Jarden Securities.

Courier and data management company Freightways profit has been held back by higher labour increase and competition hits its courier businesses.

The telecomunications lines company, Chorus has seen its profit drop by more than a third, hit by lower revenue and higher cost to roll out its fibre network.

A slower housing market has hit North Island retirement village operator Metlifecare's bottom line but strong resales have seen the company's operating performance lift.

Power company Meridian Energy has made a record annual profit as it generated more hydro-power locally and benefited from high wholesale prices, as it also expanded in Australia.

A brief update of movements in the financial sector.

A bumpy ride expected on markets as US-China trade tensions escalate further, housing market confidence rises, Kiwibank signals major investment in tech, construction sector booms despite pressure on margins.

A brief update of movements in the financial sector.

The wine exporter, Delegat's net profit is up slightly on record case sales.