BusinessAmazon cuts staff by 14,000 as it invests in AIVice-president Beth Galetti says the shift frees resources to fund Amazon’s AI ambitions.28 Oct 06:07 PM
PremiumRetail'Physical retail model has not been delivering': Torpedo7 owner on online-only decisionThe six remaining Torpedo7 stores will become The Outlet outlets by February 2026.22 Oct 06:00 PM
PremiumRetailFinal Torpedo7 stores to close as retailer moves to online-onlyAll stores will be open over summer before transitioning by February 2026 to The Outlet.20 Oct 09:27 PM
PremiumRetailFrom Golden Bay kitchen to major e-commerce player: HealthPost’s next chapter26 Sep 10:00 PM
PremiumPremiumSmall BusinessOn The Up: Speak eyes $4t market with personalised shopping techSpeak plans to expand into Australia and the US, targeting skincare and supplements.13 Jul 05:00 PM
RetailIkea to hire 500 staff for NZ launch, 100 more than plannedEmployees get five weeks paid leave as well as a 15% discount at the store.24 Jun 04:53 AM
PremiumPremiumRetail'The way of the future': How delivery apps are redefining supermarket shoppingSupermarkets like FreshChoice Epsom now stay open until 9pm for online orders.21 Jun 12:00 AM
New ZealandMighty Ape boss fronts on account glitchesMighty Ape managing director Robert McEwan talks to the Herald's Chris Keall about an error that saw users logged into each other's accounts. Video / Dean PurcellWatch15 Jun 11:00 PM
PremiumPremiumRetailBriscoes reveals plans for 'mini metro' storesPlus Rebel Sport will unveil its new flagship store design in Panmure this year.15 May 03:07 AM
RetailRetail spending flat in April as Kiwis keep wallets closedHospitality spending was slightly up by 0.2%, adding $2.1 million.13 May 11:55 PM
PremiumPremiumRetailRed alert: What will it take to turn around The Warehouse?Analysts describe the challenges ahead for NZ's largest retailer.18 Apr 03:00 AM
RetailCostco partners with DoorDash for home delivery, no membership neededBoth existing Costco members and non-members will be able to order via DoorDash.13 Apr 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumRetail'Absolutely immiserating': Thousands of Woolworths workers could see pay cut under restructure, union claimsThe company says the changes will improve its customers' shopping experience.10 Apr 04:04 AM
PremiumPremiumRetailThe Body Shop NZ owes $12 million, mall landlords among creditors$147k was owed to employees, but all were paid during administration.03 Apr 04:59 AM
PremiumPremiumRetailHallensteins profit hit by tough NZ market The wider business reported an increase in sales of 7.7% for the first half.27 Mar 09:44 PM
PremiumPremiumRetailOnline supermarket Paddock to Pantry expands to new locationCustomers can choose to have their groceries delivered by NZ Post or by Urgent Couriers.28 Feb 03:30 AM
Lifestyle'One in a billion': A Christmas miracle in New Zealand’s puzzle communityIt's a tale of two puzzles. One had an extra piece. The other had a missing piece. 13 Dec 12:24 AM
PremiumPremiumRetailAdvocate calls for transparency over domain names for Kiwi storesJamie Farmer says billions could be poured back into our economy if Kiwis shopped locally.28 Nov 04:00 PM
New Zealand'Disappointing': Supermarkets remove ability to sort items by priceThe move will make grocery shopping 'more difficult and less transparent', expert says.26 Oct 11:47 PM
PremiumPremiumBusinessNature Baby's ready to stretch and growKiwi organic babywear brand Nature Baby, launched 25 years ago, is ready for its OE.19 Oct 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumManufacturingKeeping it in the family: Why the Paula Ryan brand will live onPaula Ryan has faced some major setbacks in her career but still comes up smiling.06 Oct 04:25 AM
New ZealandIs Temu a threat to security? NZ officials won't sayUS lawmakers have sought an FBI briefing over whether Temu is a risk to national security.05 Oct 12:20 AM
PremiumPremiumEconomyThe Warehouse CEO on where it went wrong and plans to turn business aroundJohn Journee doesn't have plans to grow its grocery offering.26 Sep 06:32 PM
PremiumPremiumConstructionExplained: Why would Kmart expand in this tough retail environment?Boss from across the Tasman explains the reasoning behind Kmart's expansion here.10 Sep 08:00 PM
Banking and financeColossal new Kmart for Auckland: Biggest NZ store plannedVast new discounter to be built on greenfields site opposite Westgate Lifestyle Centre.10 Sep 05:00 PM
LifestyleToxic substances found in Temu productsA necklace and kids' jacket were proven to contain dangerous levels of toxic chemicals.19 Jul 02:58 AM
PremiumPremiumOpinionLiam DannInside Economics: Could synthetic milk sink the dairy industry?Could fake milk ruin our economy, and what should we make of the latest tech 'hype cycle'?03 Jul 01:00 AM