PremiumPremiumRetailKmart NZ earning twice as much per sq m as The Warehouse – analystsAnalysts say Kmart’s higher-margin home and apparel lines are driving the gap.05 Dec 01:51 AM
RetailBlack Friday spending down in blow to retail recoveryWhile many analysts were expecting spending to rise, Kiwis have kept their wallets closed.02 Dec 03:46 AM
PremiumRetailIkea Australia and NZ CEO calm on competition ahead of launchThe Swedish company's product range is extensive, and more importantly, competitive.01 Dec 08:00 PM
PremiumRetailThe Warehouse boss delays details of refresh plan but names first two trial stores for revamp28 Nov 03:00 AM
PremiumPremiumRetail'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
PremiumPremiumRetailFinal 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
PremiumPremiumRetailWonky Box expands again with new chilled and refillable grocery rangeCo-founder Angus Simms says the business is focused on curation, not scale.16 Oct 04:00 PM
TechnologyHow exposed am I?Type your email address into the NCSC's new website and it will tell you how many times your details have been leaked - and from which sites.Watch03 Oct 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumRetail'We've lost our ground': Warehouse boss admits margins under pressureShareholders have seen the company's stock price fall 30.7% in 12 months.02 Oct 04:23 AM
PremiumPremiumRetailWarehouse trims loss to $2.8m but operating profit slumpsThe Warehouse Group cut its net loss to $2.76m from $54.2m last year.01 Oct 08:05 PM
PremiumPremiumRetailFrom Golden Bay kitchen to major e-commerce player: HealthPost’s next chapterAbel Butler is continuing his mum Linley's legacy as the business expands in Australia.26 Sep 10:00 PM
RetailBriscoe boss Rod Duke: 'We remain cautious about the retail environment'Briscoe Group's net profit fell 11.8% to $29.3m in the first half while revenue was flat.09 Sep 09:29 PM
PremiumPremiumRetailActivewear brand LSKD adds fourth NZ storeLSKD will open its fourth NZ store in Ponsonby central on August 30.10 Aug 11:00 PM
LifestyleBoutique shoppers hit by scammers in elaborate dropshipping schemeThe Commerce Commission has received hundreds of complaints about fake NZ stores. 06 Aug 11:32 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