This paper investigates the determinants of capital structure in unlisted firms in New Zealand. Hypotheses utilising pecking-order theory, trade-off theory and agency costs theory are empirically examine the effects of firm ownership structure, firm characteristics and industry on small business...

The New Zealand Government has shown a concern to promote the use of information communication technology (ICT) by New Zealand small to medium size enterprises (SMEs). There has been an enquiry into telecommunication regulation and an ongoing commitment to an E-summit programme. The latter...