New ZealandWatch: Focus Morning BulletinAll you need to know from the latest NZ Herald headlines.10 Jul 09:10 PM
Banking and financeMajor South Korean bank to refund Kiwi borrowers $11mThe bank was found to have breached its obligations under the CCCFA.04 Jul 05:18 AM
New ZealandKiwi travel company lost millions in customer funds on crypto-tradingSome of the money was also lost to fraudulent crypto-trading platforms.26 Jun 05:00 PM
Media and marketingWatchdog appeals NZME fineThe appeal was about “protecting consumers from potentially dangerous, harmful products”.26 Jun 04:49 AM
Banking and financeCommerce Commission inquiry into bank profits slated to launch tomorrowIt follows calls from the National and Green parties and the Reserve Bank for an inquiry.19 Jun 06:56 AM
PremiumPremiumAirlinesMarket close: Auckland airport trims dividend policy, shares slumpBut despite falls from some heavyweight stocks, the index closed high.14 Jun 05:40 AM
PremiumPremiumBanking and financeComCom warns HSBC over home loan and overdraft contractsThe bank self-reported the breaches.14 Jun 05:15 AM
PremiumPremiumAged careRetirement village ripoff: $100 charge to replace $5.80 washer for toilet'Always happy to investigate any issue of alleged unfairness or inappropriate charging.'13 Jun 05:20 AM
BusinessHelloFresh faces Commerce Commission investigationWatchdog investigates after more than 100 HelloFresh queries in past year.08 Jun 10:52 PM
New Zealand'They need a bullet': MP forced to apologise after rogue commentDavid Bennett has come under fire for making the comment after Labour complained.02 Jun 12:26 AM
New ZealandSwallowed magnets: NZME finedGrabOne sold a toy with prohibited parts, which a child later swallowed.25 May 10:03 PM
New ZealandMercury Energy fined $279K for misleading customersThe company told customers they were liable for a fee when they weren't.24 May 10:24 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandCalls for greater fuel competition in Whanganui and RuapehuThe Whanganui council has contacted lower-price suppliers in a bid to drive prices down.19 May 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumAged careBig retirement village company's net profit tumblesGiant of the sector reports in the face of falling house prices, Government scrutiny.18 May 08:57 PM
PremiumPremiumEditorialEditorial: Shortfall in building supplies responseOpinion: Our editorial says the Commerce Commission misread the room.17 May 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumConstructionCommerce Commission house building material probe: Government respondsFletcher Building’s 94 per cent share of NZ's wallboard market is often cited on topic.17 May 05:30 AM
PremiumPremiumAged careAre retirement village stocks safe? Analyst on ComCom probe'Level of concern amongst residents and advocates about some of the sector’s practices.'11 May 08:39 PM
PremiumPremiumAged careCommerce Commission launches retirement village probeInvestigation into potential Fair Trading Act breaches - commission.10 May 05:33 AM
EnergyVector stung with near $1.2m penalty for excessive power outagesThe electricity lines company breached its own quality standards.10 May 05:15 AM
New ZealandComCom takes Bachcare to court over cancellation policyCivil action seeking High Court declaration some terms for booking properties were unfair.17 Apr 04:40 AM
PremiumPremiumBusinessSky TV's path not travelled as it rolls out new hardwareWhy Sky NZ decided not to go down the radical road taken by Sky UK.14 Apr 05:42 AM
RetailSupermarket suppliers not being influenced - Food & Grocery CouncilDelivery-based supermarket Supie said suppliers are pressuring them to keep prices up.07 Apr 01:30 AM
New Zealand'We have to swim to Auckland': ComCom receives 50 complaints over Waiheke ferryWaiheke Island residents said in a release they were fed up with Fullers.29 Mar 07:49 AM
Freight and logisticsPetrol prices: Where motorists pay more, and which regions have the lowest costsMotorists in the Wellington region pay the highest prices for fuel in the country.08 Mar 11:51 PM
New ZealandFake online reviews, misleading ads among charges against TV ShopThe Commerce Commission has laid charges against The TV Shop for misleading shoppers.28 Feb 10:14 PM
BusinessConsumer NZ claims ferry operators failing to meet their obligationsConsumer watchdog says ferry operators have misled passengers about their rights.27 Feb 05:45 AM
BusinessWatchdog 'concerned' about claims against failed travel companyThe company is believed to owe at least $2.5 million to its furious customers.10 Jan 02:40 AM
EnergyComCom zaps Vector sale and leaseback planHigher prices without service or infrastructure upgrades not good enough, watchdog says.22 Dec 09:00 PM
New ZealandNew app helps Kiwis compare supermarket pricesNZ company Sumfood launched FoodSpies to provide transparency on grocery costs.07 Dec 05:37 AM
BusinessComCom eyes rebates and land covenants stifling competition in building supplies sectorShake-up in the works to improve competition in the building supplies sector.05 Dec 09:14 PM
ConstructionWinstone Wallboard ditching rebates to customersWinstone 'surprised' commission needs a third investigation.05 Dec 08:01 PM
PremiumPremiumBusinessWatchdog names and shames ISPs outside free disputes scheme - but they bite backHoldouts don't take the criticism lying down.01 Dec 04:30 AM
BDBDBusinessNew Commerce Commission chair namedJohn Small will take over as chair of the Commerce Commission next week.29 Nov 08:19 PM
BusinessStrandbags fined $780k by court for misleading customersThe Australian handbag and luggage retailer advertised non-existent discounts.11 Nov 06:10 AM