Midday Report

The Overseas Investment Office has approved the sale of PGG Wrightson's seeds and grains division to a Danish company. Audio

For the latest from the markets we're joined by Mark Fowler from Hobson Wealth Partners. Audio

A capital gains tax is off the table but the government will still need to find a way to encourage long-term savings and investments. Audio

Two of the largest power companies, Genesis Energy and Mercury, have lowered their financial forecasts. Audio

The car auction and finance company, Turners Automotive, says its full year profit is running to expectations, with an improved fourth quarter trading performance. Audio

The jury is out in the trial of a top military attache. There are moves to foil a cannabis festival planned for Dunedin. Audio

Reforms proposed for overseas investment could make farmers advertise their properties more thoroughly than they do now if they want to sell to a foreign buyer. Audio

The Australian-owned banks operating in New Zealand have suffered damage to their reputations, after the Hayne Commission revealed widespread misconduct among their parent companies. Audio

The directors of organisations can expect closer scrutiny as regulators get tough on companies' conduct and culture. Audio