RetailClothing stores fail as online sales soarJean Jones is the third local clothing chain to hit the rocks since the start of the year and experts say apparel retailers face an uphill battle.06 Aug 05:23 AM
RetailJean Jones in liquidationThe owner of Jean Jones is in liquidation owing almost $1.8 million and only six of its 22 stores remain open.06 Aug 01:00 AM
RetailPizza delivery drivers trackedA pizza company's drivers will be able to be tracked from the moment they leave the store to when they drop the pizza off at your door.05 Aug 07:06 PM
RetailOnline tax gets closerConsumers appear set to pay 15 per cent more for nearly all foreign products bought online.03 Aug 09:11 PM
BDBDRetailKirkcaldie instigated deal with David JonesKirkcaldie & Stains' sought out an offer from Australian department store chain David Jones to buy the ailing 152-year old Wellington department store, after suffering seven consecutive years of unprofitability, says chairman Falcon Clouston.31 Jul 05:00 PM
RetailShanton sold to mystery buyerShanton Fashions has been sold to a mystery buyer who wants to remain confidential.28 Jul 05:00 PM
RetailHiring for the 'right look' influences shoppersHaving staff who share the same appearance as customers may deliver a competitive advantage to retailers.25 Jul 01:59 AM
RetailThe unlikely success of the Apple retail storeIn hindsight, it's kind of crazy that Apple pulled off its unique store strategy - but clearly, it did.23 Jul 12:00 AM
BDBDManufacturingSector serves up strong numbersNew Zealand's services sector, which accounts for about two-thirds of the economy, was at its most buoyant level in 11 months in June.20 Jul 05:00 PM
RetailDrink licence under threatA New World supermarket in Auckland faces having its liquor licence suspended or cancelled at a hearing next month.20 Jul 05:00 PM
RetailThe disrupters: Retail tech shake-upDisruption is the better, sexier, more efficient and exciting way of doing things that are taken for granted, says Vend chief executive Vaughan Rowsell.20 Jul 05:00 PM
EditorialEditorial: Chinatown decision up to ChineseA cluster of Chinese restaurants does not make a "Chinatown", much as some people might wish it to be so.20 Jul 05:00 PM
RetailIs it okay to call it 'Chinatown'?Chinese shoppers and business owners in Dominion Rd are at odds with their non-Chinese counterparts about the ethnic precinct being branded "Chinatown".19 Jul 05:00 PM
BDBDRetailMichael Hill annual sales rise 3.4pcA decline in Michael Hill's biggest market of Australia was outweighed by gains in New Zealand, Canada and the US.16 Jul 10:15 PM
RetailKiwi clothing chain in receivershipA New Zealand women's clothing chain, which has 16 stores around the country, has been put into receivership.16 Jul 09:00 PM
RetailKathmandu boss eyes expansionKathmandu's new chief executive, French born Xavier Simonet, is already eyeing up global growth for the outdoor clothing and equipment retailer despite its current market struggles.14 Jul 05:00 PM
RetailKathmandu boss resoluteKathmandu's new boss, Xavier Simonet, is not letting a takeover offer distract him as he works to turn around the embattled adventurewear chain.13 Jul 05:00 PM
BDBDRetailFresh milk hits lowest price since 2013The average price for 2 litres of blue-top milk was $3.36 in June, down 9.4 per cent from its peak in November 2014.12 Jul 11:18 PM
BDBDBanking and financeRetail card spending stalls in JuneThe economy has started to slow, with confidence declining as dairy prices remain lower for longer.08 Jul 10:49 PM
RetailKiwi bra buying myths bustedA new survey has busted some myths about our lingerie shopping habits.06 Jul 11:45 PM
OpinionChristopher NiescheBunnings' only threat is its own growthThe Bunnings chain of hardware stores have been a great success story, but the chain is at risk of becoming a victim of its own success, writes Christopher Niesche.05 Jul 05:00 PM
AirlinesNew player in duty-free marketA new duty-free operator at Auckland International Airport is promising a little less of the hard sell that annoyed travellers.05 Jul 05:00 PM
Banking and financeAussie spending fails to increaseAustralia's May interest-rate cut and federal budget measures to loosen small business purse strings failed to provide a significant boost to retail spending in the month.05 Jul 05:00 PM
BDBDRetailPumpkin Patch shares plungeAiling retailer Pumpkin Patch says it expects earnings next year to be "significantly below" this years - its shares have plunged 12.4pc.02 Jul 11:15 PM
Retail'I'm not throwing cash at them'He's the great salesman, but can Briscoe Group's Rod Duke sell his bid to buy Kathmandu? Holly Ryan reports.02 Jul 05:00 PM
RetailBriscoes in Kathmandu takeoverIf successful the takeover would give Briscoe Group access to the Australian market, where Kathmandu already has 100 stores.30 Jun 12:05 AM
RetailTindall family sharing a good fortuneOne day, Stephen and Margaret Tindall realised they simply had more money than they needed. 20 years later, the family's foundation has given away $135 million.25 Jun 05:00 PM
RetailWhat the fall in dollar means for KiwisRetailers may start to feel the squeeze in coming months after the fall of the kiwi dollar, but consumers are unlikely to see drastic changes to prices.22 Jun 05:00 PM
RetailNZ safe as 1200 Woolworths jobs axedChief executive of Woolworths Australia announces he is stepping down, as are 1200 unwitting staff members.17 Jun 03:29 AM
Banking and financeGDP slowdown tippedEconomists expect the pace of economic growth to have slowed when the March quarter national accounts are released on Thursday.15 Jun 05:00 PM
BDBDRetailCooks Global Foods narrows lossCooks Global Foods, which is taking the Esquires coffee chain outside New Zealand and Australia, narrowed its annual loss while expanding its global footprint.15 Jun 05:00 PM
RetailDecadent doughnuts push up salesDoughnut sales from quick service restaurants, like Krispy Kreme and Dunkin' Donuts, are up for the third straight year, as investors turn to sweet treats.14 Jun 12:00 AM
BDBDRetailPumpkin Patch boss to leavePumpkin Patch chief executive Di Humphries will leave the ailing children's clothing chain in early November.10 Jun 11:50 PM
