Upgraded New Zealand Stock Exchange Website

The first upgrade of the New Zealand Stock Exchange website (www.nzse.co.nz) was launched today. With an entirely new home page, the website is aiming for both enhanced user friendliness and improved content. New features include a "Question and Answer" section, links to recent news articles about the NZSE, a "Useful Stuff for Investors" section and a feedback area. For the novice investor, there is an additional introductory section that explains stockmarket investing, jargon and how to get involved. These sections will be regularly expanded and updated.

Recently appointed CEO, Mark Weldon said, "that the ultimate goal of the website is to help both experienced and novice investors alike."

Currently the site averages in excess of 80,000 visits, with more than 70 percent of those being from New Zealand.

The next two upgrades will include detailed company information for all Listed companies; a database of full text company announcements; historical pricing (including a historical database), detailed market indicators and other features. Any feedback offered will be greatly appreciated and changes where viable will be incorporated into the new website.