Business appears to be booming in most parts of the country.

ABC's quarterly market report shows business sales are up 28 percent on this time last year, with average prices up three percent.

It finds 507 completed sales over a 12 month period - a new historical high.

ABS Business Managing Director Chris Small told Mike Hosking that there's a link between sales and the current state of the economy across the country.

He says in line with the economy, the South Island is up 70 percent year on year in business sales, while Wellington is down 10 percent. 

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Business appears to be booming in most parts of the country.
ABC's quarterly market report shows business sales are up 28 percent on this time last year, with average prices up three percent.
It finds 507 completed sales over a 12 month period - a new historical high.
ABS Business Managing Director Chris Small told Mike Hosking that there's a link between sales and the current state of the economy across the country.
He says in line with the economy, the South Island is up 70 percent year on year in business sales, while Wellington is down 10 percent.&nbsp;
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Best of Business is the home of all things business at Newstalk ZB, from morning market updates right through to incisive interviews with New Zealand’s top business leaders and decision makers. Whether you’re a small business owner or interested in what’s going on in the Big End of Town, this podcast encompasses the sharpest voices and minds in the world of business.

Best of Business is the home of all things business at Newstalk ZB, from morning market updates right through to incisive interviews with New Zealand’s top business leaders and decision makers.

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Chris Small: ASB Business Managing Director says NZ businesses are getting back on track

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