New ZealandPM 'would not be surprised' if supermarkets were looked into nextPM hints the supermarket sector may be looked into by the Commerce Commission.10 Oct 04:04 AM
EnergyToo many power outages: Vector to be prosecutedVector has cut a deal with regulators after breaching network quality standards09 Oct 07:33 PM
New ZealandPM v BP, Z: 'Fleeced' motorists fume as Ardern doubles down on oil firmsSteve Meharry says he's lucky he can take public transport to and from work.08 Oct 07:19 PM
CompaniesCourt of Appeal rejects NZME and Stuff merger challengeThe media companies were challenging a judge's refusal to give the merger the green light.24 Sep 08:30 PM
Interest ratesMobile trader boss shares concerns about industryMobile trader boss shares concerns but says his company is above board.19 Sep 08:00 PM
TelecommunicationsVodafone investigated over 'unlimited' mobile planVodafone, Spark and 2degrees' "unlimited" mobile plans come with plenty of limits.19 Sep 02:09 AM
BusinessKids' clothing company pleads guilty over incorrect fire labelsThe firm will be sentenced in the Papakura District Court in November.09 Sep 10:29 PM
Media and marketingMercury rising: WeatherWatch and MetService set for ComCom stoushWeatherWatch claims government-owned Metservice is not operating fairly.05 Sep 09:06 PM
RetailNoel Leeming guilty of misleading consumersThe retailer admits it mislead people over customer rights for faulty products.24 Aug 03:45 AM
RetailComCom warns phone store over price discountsOnline phone store Buy Mobile has been warned by the Commerce Commission.22 Aug 01:27 AM
BusinessSir Colin Meads acted as 'guinea pig' for deer products, court hearsSir Colin Meads name raised by defendant in deer velvet case.20 Aug 05:00 PM
New ZealandNew data: Are South Islanders helping pay Auckland's fuel tax?Industry insiders say the regions might bear the brunt of Auckland's fuel tax.19 Aug 05:00 PM
New ZealandKiwi gets $1700 refund for fake Adele ticketsThe Commerce Commission is taking the ticket reselling site to the High Court.15 Aug 05:54 AM
BusinessAuckland car dealership fined $75,000The company behind Ssangyong Takanini has been handed a hefty penalty.18 Jul 10:38 PM
TelecommunicationsWatchdog lays 11 charges against SparkThe Commerce Commission has accused Spark of misleading customers.08 Jul 10:56 PM
New ZealandAlleged problem lenders named by marae advocatesMarae advocates have shamed seven companies for helping lump debt on Auckland families.01 Jul 10:07 PM
AirlinesAir NZ fined $16.3m in price-fixing cartel caseLong-running action against the airline around the world has reached an end.27 Jun 01:58 AM
BusinessComCom warns vehicle lender over irresponsible loans to beneficiariesIn one case, a loan was given to a beneficiary with personal debts of $30,000.11 Jun 01:51 AM
Personal Finance1 in 4 lenders may have breached lawOne in four non-bank lenders may be in breach of the law, says Commerce Commission.31 May 02:50 AM
RetailApple mute following ComCom warningApple had no comment to make when the Herald approached it for comment.30 May 03:33 AM
BusinessApple 'misled' NZ consumers about their rights: watchdogThe Commerce Commission has warned Apple not to mislead customers.29 May 09:09 PM
Freight and logisticsHow record high prices could backfire on petrol companiesAA calling for a tax reduction to curb prices as 91 octane reaches $2.30 a litre.22 May 08:56 AM
OpinionGrowing confidence is justifiedI will focus my energy in areas that can have an impact on everyday New Zealanders.16 May 05:00 PM
Small Business13 Commerce Commission complaints about advertising companySocial Pages has defended itself and says complainants suffer from "buyer's remorse".15 May 02:40 AM
RetailClothing firm fined $52,500 for safety jacketThe claims made on the protective jackets did not match up to reality.14 May 10:38 PM
New ZealandWhy we're willing to pay more for designer labelsThe World saga raises questions about why people are willing to pay more for labels14 May 12:23 AM
RetailTruck shop whacked with highest-ever fineA mobile trader has been handed out the highest fine for the industry so far.29 Apr 10:11 PM
BusinessLeaked email lifts lid on BP's petrol pricing strategyA leaked BP email has revealed that Kiwis might not be getting a fair deal at the pump.29 Apr 06:14 PM
RetailNoel Leeming charged over misleading consumersThe Commerce Commission has laid charges against Noel Leeming for misleading customers26 Apr 09:04 PM
BusinessSleeping on the floor: Buyers furious after bed shop shutsCustomers say they paid for their beds up front, but the orders were never delivered.16 Apr 07:01 AM
BusinessVodafone faces 27 ComCom chargesThe Commerce Commission alleges the telco misled the public with its FibreX offer.12 Apr 09:52 PM
BusinessCompanies warned over Easter holiday surchargesThe Commerce Commission is reminding companies about surcharge rules ahead of Easter25 Mar 10:39 PM
BusinessGreen light for Heinz Wattie's to buy Cerebos Gregg'sCommerce Commission has granted clearance for Heinz Wattie's to buy Cerebos Gregg's.08 Mar 11:25 PM
Business'Potentially unfair': ComCom takes on Auckland Transport over Hop card termsPublic complaints prompted review into Auckland's Hop cards.08 Mar 09:28 PM
