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Focus: Ship stuck at sea with would-be presents until Christmas Eve

Ships stuck at sea with would-be presents until Christmas Eve, retailers say it is disastrous. Video / NZ Herald

Jarden Brief: Data shows Christmas shoppers out earlier than usua

Jarden's daily update on the latest market moves and shakes.

FMA didn't license store-owning fund Nido

"Equity issuers do not require licensing from the FMA" - spokesman.

Legendary Wellington cafe to close

Long-running cafe famous for political gossip will close permanently this month.

The industry that reaped the benefits of Covid-19 lockdowns

They experienced a boost in earnings and activity while most were in hibernation.

Small Business: The Auckland firm championing Brazilian acai in Aotearoa

How lack of good acai in the market fuelled Riversea on its business journey.

Nido collapse a double hit for South Auckland family

'I just called them and they have told me that they can't release any stock.'

Focus Live: Homeware giant Nido collapses into receivership

Magsons, trading under the Nido brand, collapsed into receivership on Friday. Video / Will Trafford

What Mighty Ape acquisition means for Kiwi e-commerce retailer

New owner says expansion on the cards, and an Australian audience for Mighty Ape.

Auckland Bunnings store closes abruptly amid engineers' quake concerns

Big Mt Roskill store shut indefinitely.

Focus Live: Black Friday deals pack malls across NZ

Shopping malls are packed across the country in the shopping event of the year. Video / Dean Purcell

Five things you need to know about Black Friday

A look at what's hot, what's not and traps not to fall into.

The age-old dilemma Costco faces as its sets up shop in NZ

The world's second-largest retailer faces realities of the West Auckland liquor monopoly.

British fashion giant signs on to Westfield Newmarket's luxury retailing precinct

The brand is gearing up to make its New Zealand debut.

Export season could be hit by Auckland's imports snarl up

Imports pile up predicted to challenge exports too.

Black Friday warning: The products that go up in price

Beware of shopping deals that are not as good as they appear.

Kathmandu first quarter sales driven by Rip Curl

Outdoor clothing and equipment retailer reaping gains from acquisition.

Fake-meat fatigue: Have we reached peak vegan meat?

Despite Kiwis' love of meat NZ is 'an ideal market' for vegan alternatives, says supplier.