This paper examines the extent of multiple directorships and corporate interlocks among New Zealand listed companies. The extent of multiple directorships was found to have increased over the twelve year period examined and the degree of corporate interlocks appears to be at least as great as those experienced in Australia, Canada, the United Kingdom, and the United States.
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