PremiumPremiumBusinessConsumer NZ, retirement residents vs Metlifecare over repairs, maintenanceConsumer NZ, Retirement Village Residents Association complain about repairs, maintenance.26 Feb 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumBusinessInside Economics: Why US dollars still rule the world...and what’s up with the price of cheese Liam Dann takes a deeper dive into the latest economic news.25 Feb 10:30 PM
PremiumPremiumBusiness‘Not competitive’: Calls for banks to lower high interest marginsThe Squirrel boss is calling the Aussie-owned banks 'an oligopoly'.24 Feb 10:54 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionJenée TibshraenyJenée Tibshraeny: What will become of Andrew Bayly’s ambitious reform agenda?OPINION: Will Nicola Willis pick up more of the mantle of commerce change?24 Feb 04:00 PM
Entertainment‘Anyone else feel scammed?’: Juicy Fest refund delays spark frustrationPeople are also still waiting for news on the fate of the Timeless Summer Tour.20 Feb 07:03 PM
RetailLook Sharp fined almost $300k for misleading pricingLook Sharp had frequent and widespread pricing errors over a substantial period.19 Feb 04:27 AM
BusinessFletcher Building's half-year loss climbs to $134mIntense competitive forces, slowing of demand influence result.18 Feb 08:05 PM
Companies‘Let’s do a deal': Government invites new entrants to disrupt supermarket sectorNicola Willis happy to give disruptors VIP treatment.13 Feb 01:07 AM
New ZealandWhy Lotto is selling Instant Kiwi tickets with no chance of winning the big prizeConsumers have said they had no idea about the change.07 Feb 04:00 AM
BDBDEnergyComCom cold on Contact Energy's proposed Manawa takeoverThe regulator is worried about market concentration.06 Feb 01:25 AM
BusinessBed, Bath & Beyond fined $230,000 for ‘record number of unsafe products’The retailer sold over 27,000 products that didn’t comply with safety requirements.03 Feb 01:48 AM
PremiumPremiumBusinessLegislation, losers and lessons: Andrew Bayly’s 2024Minister Andrew Bayly sat down with Tom Raynel to discuss his 2024, and what comes next.23 Dec 04:00 PM
CrimeHow a construction company's email blunder led to NZ's first-ever 'cartel conduct' criminal case'It's cheating the system,' a judge said today as MaxBuild's director was sentenced.18 Dec 12:50 AM
PremiumPremiumBusinessCredit card surcharges: Watchdog says fee cap will save shoppers millionsVisa and Mastercard push back.17 Dec 09:18 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionJenée TibshraenyJenée Tibshraeny: Government caution on Kiwibank capitalisation a win – for nowOPINION: Why seeking local private investment in Kiwibank is a win for the Govt – for now.10 Dec 06:16 PM
BusinessSupermarkets face criminal charges over alleged inaccurate pricing, specialsThe charges should be a wake-up call about pricing accuracy, the watchdog says.10 Dec 01:00 AM
PoliticsWatch: 'Not good enough' – Govt moves on banking sector to improve competitionChristopher Luxon: ‘In short, we want to disrupt the status quo.’09 Dec 03:20 AM
PremiumPremiumCompaniesCompetition shake-up: 'Ambitious' reviews of Commerce Act, ComComGovernment to crack down on 'creeping acquisitions'.04 Dec 04:00 PM
BusinessValocity to change valuation system after ComCom investigates complaintsConcern business was removing the ability of valuers to compete, consumers paying more.03 Dec 11:00 PM
PremiumPremiumEnergyComCom calls out Contact, Nova for marketing ployThe commission has called out Contact and Nova over their GST-exclusive pricing.02 Dec 09:13 PM
Banking and financeKiwibank fined $1.5 million for breaching Fair Trading ActThe bank identified and self-reported the issues to the commission at the time.27 Nov 03:20 AM
New ZealandRogue Auckland taxi driver charges customer twice during 3km journeyThe tourist was charged a 'card activation fee' of almost $200 before the 3km ride began.26 Nov 08:17 PM
OpinionOpinion: 'Turf protection' - why Foodstuffs' merger appeal must failOPINION: NZ shoppers paying some of the highest prices on the planet for food. 21 Nov 04:00 PM
BusinessNZ consumers face 5% increase in power pricesFrom April 2025, the average consumer’s electricity bill will increase by $10 per month.21 Nov 02:42 AM
PremiumPremiumBanking and financeBanks blame red tape for behind the ball on innovationReserve Bank says leaving banks to their own devices hasn't worked.19 Nov 05:16 PM
BusinessFoodstuffs to appeal ComCom merger decisionThe merger was denied last month by the Commerce Commission.18 Nov 10:14 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionErnie Newman: Why NZ's banks resist open banking - a call for changeOPINION: Calls for stricter deadlines to boost competition and benefit consumers.17 Nov 09:00 PM
PremiumPremiumBusinessAre tech companies banks' biggest competitors? ASB CEO thinks soDebate rages over who should capitalise tech companies.13 Nov 04:46 AM
BusinessLender who charged customers up to 182.5% in interest fined $200kThe lender's high-cost loans breached the CCCFA.12 Nov 03:02 AM
New ZealandWatch: Preschooler helps woman steal from Hamilton storeThe store owner was shocked that toddlers we're being 'taught' to steal.09 Nov 12:42 AM
PremiumPremiumBusinessRevealed: Who will pay what to insure your savingsNicola Willis solidifies her position in the competition vs financial stability debate.08 Nov 03:00 AM
PremiumPremiumBusinessAir New Zealand fare row: Consumer watchdog pushes for market probePush for Government inquiry meets roadblock04 Nov 09:22 PM
BusinessCommerce Commission taking legal action over GIB customer rebatesNew Zealand's only wallboard manufacturer is estimated to have a giant 94% market share.31 Oct 08:48 PM
Business‘Virtual monopoly’ – Consumer NZ calls for government probe into Air NZ pricesThe watchdog calls out Air NZ on domestic market dominance, minister cool on inquiry.30 Oct 10:03 PM
