Kiwibank CEO open to foreign investment; says bank might need more capital soon
The bank might need more capital in a few years' time if it keeps growing quickly.
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'Disruptive maverick' needed for the sake of consumers, watchdog says.
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Consumer NZ says ComCom's supermarket recommendations don’t go far enough
The consumer rights agency says too much onus is put on shoppers to take action.
Commerce Commission supermarket pricing recommendations 'not going far enough'
Consumer NZ says the Commerce Commission’s recommendations over food pricing don’t go far enough, and believes they put too much onus on consumers.
'Unacceptable': Supermarket pricing errors costing Kiwis millions each year
“Consumers should be able to trust that the price advertised is what they will pay."
Nicola Willis open to making RBNZ ease bank capital rules
The Finance Minister is also seeking advice on a de facto 'bank tax'.
Power price spikes: Government calls for energy data
Associate energy minister Shane Jones accuses the power companies of profiteering.
Opinion: Time to tighten NZ competition law amid Foodstuffs merger debate
Economist's century-old theory criticised in debate over supermarket consolidation.
Foodstuffs North Island fined $3.25m for anti-competitive land covenants
Foodstuffs fined for efforts to hinder rivals from opening or expanding.
Opinion: The curious case of competition law and Foodstuffs
Opinion: Imagine if every major company was neatly divided between our major islands.
ComCom to consult Australian regulators on impact of ANZ bond probe
Monopoly Watch director Tex Edwards calls for ComCom to delay its final banking report.
Editorial: The tasty prospect of The Warehouse taking on the supermarket duopoly
OPINION: There are hoops and hurdles but a big third player would be welcomed.
Government drops further hints it's open to selling Kiwibank
The Kiwibank board has been asked to come up with ideas to grow the bank.
Supermarkets: Foodstuffs merger should not go ahead, say experts
OPINION: The proposal to merge Foodstuffs North Island and South Island shouldn't happen.
$250m in savings if tap-and-go fees regulated, says watchdog
The regulator says $1 billion a year is spent on PayWave, online credit card fees.
Chorus intervention will save public $250m over four years, ComCom says
The decision would impact the prices consumers pay for fibre.
Close eye needed on potential petrol price gouging - Consumer NZ
Many motorists say they are paying more for fuel than their neighbouring towns.
Trial date set in NZ’s first cartel prosecution
They are charged with rigging bids for publicly funded projects.
Auckland Airport charges too high - Commerce Commission
Regulator says airport on track for $200m excess profit.
Kiwibank to be sentenced in October over misleading customers
Some charges related to fees or interest for 'member package' agreements.
El Cheapo Cars in trouble with Commerce Commission
Watchdog says borrowers did not get information about their car loans.
Flaxmere lost New World, Havelock North gets new replacement store
Opening date announced for replacement supermarket in affluent, growing area.
Cartel ran 'virtually uninterrupted' for nearly 20 years
Cleaner did a dirty deal, prices dropped by up to 30% after cartel arrangement broke down.
$150m+ investment: Where are eight new Foodstuffs North Island replacement supermarkets going?
Economic downturn didn't dent our food market: biggest owner expanding, replacing stores.
Watchdog delays $116m Serato deal decision for sixth time after DJ software firm tries new arguments
Are founders being denied an exit, the chance to fund other start-ups? Opponent says no.
Pyramid scheme promoter Shelly Cullen cops a record $5.9m in fines and penalties
Shelly Cullen has now been hit with a record $5.9m in fines and penalties.
Foodstuffs faces High Court action over blocking rival supermarkets opening
Consumers the losers with land covenants, watchdog says.
Arena Williams: Forget tax cuts, Kiwis overpay for their groceries every week
OPINION: It's not in National's DNA to limit corporate power.
Competition head-on: NZ's biggest new Pak'nSave rising beside rival Woolworths
Newcomer makes a bold challenge, developing giant store right next door.
Cameron Bagrie: Major changes means it's time to slay dragons
OPINION: The scale of a monstrous problem has become clearer of late.
Politicians to have a crack at bank bosses and regulators via new competition inquiry
Inquiry to be broader than ComCom's study, including business and agricultural banking.