PremiumPremiumConstruction'Unprecedented' - Ikea reveals huge $407m spend in New ZealandThe investment is 'significant and indicates the long-term commitment to New Zealand'.14 Apr 11:43 PM
PremiumPremiumRetailGrocery commissioner on his fight to increase supermarket competitionGrocery dysfunction: Watchdog Pierre van Heerden admits he, too, stockpiles cheese.13 Apr 10:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionWhy Alibaba will struggle to knock Temu off e-commerce top spotFinancial Times: Alibaba had been the uncontested leader for almost a decade.12 Apr 04:36 AM
PremiumPremiumRetailOutlook grim for creditors owed $6.8m from popular cafe chain WishboneWishbone had 17 stores in Wellington, Auckland, Christchurch, and Dunedin.11 Apr 03:29 AM
PremiumPremiumAgribusinessWest Coast butter exports soar: Spreading the Westgold word in the USCostco and Walmart lap up Westgold butter, what's next for this NZ brand?10 Apr 05:00 PM
RetailOCR decision: No change but inflation under control by end of the yearA quagmire of challenges meant many pundits picked the cash rate to stay put.10 Apr 02:17 AM
PremiumPremiumRetailWatchdog outlines case against proposed supermarket mergerCommerce Commission outlines objections to Foodstuffs merger, final decision to come.04 Apr 04:56 AM
PremiumPremiumRetailSpending weak over March as Kiwis watch their walletsThe Easter bunny didn't deliver any good news for retailers this year.04 Apr 01:07 AM
PremiumPremiumConstructionSupermarket giant in court battle over Eastern Busway extension plansThe supermarket is upset about possible parking issues during the major busway project.03 Apr 12:45 AM
PremiumPremiumConstructionCourt bars City Rail Link from closing street outside Barclay SuitesA court says pedestrian and vehicle access near the CRL site must be upheld.02 Apr 07:26 PM
PremiumPremiumRetailFestivals, gigs boost fortunes for Glassons and HallensteinsAll eyes are on Australia as sales go backwards in NZ.27 Mar 09:23 PM
PremiumPremiumBanking and financeProperty Insider: Which global brand is coming to Westgate next?Nike's next big move; what does credit data tell us?27 Mar 07:38 PM
PremiumPremiumBanking and financeHome-building construction crunch: Who has failed lately and whyA 12-point list of the many builder failures lately.21 Mar 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumAgribusiness$148m development dispute: Hawkins granted interim injunction in battle with Farmers ownersThe builder and owners of the apartment, retail and dining project have gone to court.21 Mar 03:41 AM
PremiumPremiumRetail‘Crocodiles all around’: The Warehouse Group after net loss postedThe retail group is facing multiple adversaries.20 Mar 03:21 AM
PremiumPremiumBanking and financeAuckland house builder Selah Homes liquidated: What went wrong?Secured creditors listed include the BNZ, PlaceMakers and The Warehouse.20 Mar 02:00 AM
RetailThe Warehouse to close or sell online platform, posts $23.7m lossCompany redirecting focus to 'bedrock' brands.19 Mar 08:11 PM
RetailKathmandu owner reveals $9.6m loss, cuts dividendResult was a 169 per cent decline on the previous year.18 Mar 11:15 PM
PremiumPremiumRetailHow well is The Warehouse doing in tough grocery environment? — Stock TakesIt's tough for retailers but will that bring good or bad news for the red sheds?14 Mar 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumRetailMortgage hikes of 50%, grocery prices biggest worry - what's keeping Kiwis upGrocery prices a bigger financial worry than rent and mortgages, some Kiwis cutting back.13 Mar 11:35 PM
RetailAllbirds reports wider loss, names new CEOThe maker of eco-friendly shoes, incorporating NZ merino wool, will close 10 to 15 stores.12 Mar 09:05 PM
PremiumPremiumRetailRecord sales for debt-defying BriscoesHow did Briscoes outmanoeuvre the retail downturn?12 Mar 08:05 PM
PremiumPremiumRetailKiwis closing their wallets: Retail spending falls as tougher economy bitesElectronic card data shows spending is subdued in areas sensitive to interest rates.11 Mar 11:01 PM
PremiumPremiumConstruction'They're moving fast' - steel framing rises for NZ's first Ikea storeThe framework for the giant store is now up to the second level of a planned three levels.11 Mar 07:48 PM
PremiumPremiumAged careProperty Insider: Who ate all the pies? Sacked Filipino worker finds new jobHow to keep tradies on your site? Could a pie-dispensing machine help retain them?11 Mar 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumFreight and logisticsFreedom Furniture loses $9m, taps parent's support to pay debtsRed Sea terrorism disrupting supply chain, racheting up freight costs.10 Mar 11:00 PM
RetailKathmandon’t: Analysts pan NZ outdoor retailerPerhaps none have had it as rough as those selling outdoor apparel.07 Mar 08:14 PM
PremiumPremiumBanking and financeBillionaire Graeme Hart's US companies make $15b revenueHow did two American businesses owned by NZ's wealthiest man perform in 2023?07 Mar 06:19 PM
PremiumPremiumRetailSilvermoon Jewellers in liquidation: Who’s owed money?The first liquidator’s report is out and provides a breakdown of the numbers.07 Mar 05:14 AM
PremiumPremiumEditorialEditorial: Brace for some serious economic pain aheadOPINION: Credit and mortgage distress is rising fast as interest rates bite.06 Mar 04:00 PM
Freight and logisticsTrev Terry boatyard receivers seek buyer as ‘tough market’ hitsBoat company will attend A&P show as usual, quest for buyer on horizon.04 Mar 09:35 PM
PremiumPremiumConstructionMitre 10 changes at top: Smith takes over, Dippie steps downRetail chain founded in 1974 about to celebrate 50 years trading in New Zealand this year.03 Mar 09:02 PM
PremiumPremiumBanking and financeConsumer confidence up but no miracle cure for retail, ANZ saysConfidence rose but many people surveyed were still wary of buying big-ticket items.29 Feb 10:14 PM
RetailWhat you need to know about Woolworths’ half-year resultsWe have heard a lot in recent years about supermarkets and how much money they make.29 Feb 08:42 AM