New ZealandPolice launch review after controversial retail crime directiveThe directive set thresholds for theft: $200 general, $150 petrol, $500 shoplifting.30 May 05:36 AM
RetailNew retailer The Outlet set to open next weekThe Outlet opens on June 3 online and in store, offering off-price retail.30 May 05:18 AM
PremiumPremiumRetailCraft beer firesale: ASB recovers funds, but other creditors face $1.4m lossDeep Creek liquidators investigate debtor balances amid big shortfall for creditors.30 May 03:00 AM
New ZealandWatch: Customers line outside Smith & Caughey’s for the last timeThe store’s 'End of an Era Sale' began on Wednesday, attracting lines around the block.30 May 02:09 AM
PremiumPremiumRetail2 Cheap Cars profit drops 47% amid economic downturnRevenue fell by 6% as the business faced pressure from several market factors.29 May 10:20 PM
PremiumPremiumEditorialEditorial: Police have zero tolerance on crime – right?OPINION: A memo creates confusion over police policy on investigating shoplifting.29 May 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumRetail‘Retail is detail’: New Warehouse CEO shares his visionMark Stirton aims to enhance store merchandising and customer experience.29 May 04:20 AM
PremiumPremiumOpinionOpinion: Retail isn't dying, but it needs to build community to thriveOPINION: Retail spending in New Zealand remains flat, with apparel sales down $6 million.28 May 06:00 PM
PremiumPremiumSharesMarket close: NZ sharemarket drops 1.75% as Fisher & Paykel forecast weighs on marketResults from Fisher & Paykel Healthcare and Infratil dragged the market down.28 May 06:00 AM
PremiumPremiumBusinessKiwi oat milk company lands major Australian supermarket dealFounder says the expansion across the Tasman is a significant milestone.27 May 05:00 PM
Property$161m sale of Manukau shopping centre announcedThe property is fully leased and on a 9.8ha site. 26 May 11:55 PM
New ZealandPolice directive on $500 thefts sparks call for urgent clarificationRetailers are seeking clarity on police directives about low-value theft.26 May 11:25 PM
PremiumPremiumLifestyleTop chef urges shift to cheaper filter coffee as prices riseFilter coffee demand rises; orders doubled in six months, major supplier says.26 May 08:00 PM
New ZealandAuckland petrol price wars see costs drop to $2.12 per litre - but may not last longA Mobil station dropped prices to $2.12 to compete with U-Go's discounts.26 May 05:00 PM
EntertainmentCelebrated Auckland restaurant on K Road to closeThe restaurant was praised as Auckland’s best new opening in 2019 by Jesse Mulligan.26 May 01:28 AM
PremiumPremiumPropertyIkea, Resido build-to-rent, Drury a focus for Kiwi Property: full-year resultThe long-awaited arrival of the global leader has retailers and shoppers excited.25 May 11:57 PM
BusinessFonterra divestment 'not about waving the white flag': CEOFonterra seeks strong support from farmers for divesting its consumer brands.25 May 11:20 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionAndrew DickensAndrew Dickens: What's really to blame for Smith & Caughey's closureOPINION: Smith and Caughey's on Queen Street is closing, upsetting many Aucklanders.25 May 09:00 PM
New ZealandOn The Up: 'Very proud' 94yo credits staff and customers for service station success'It's something different for a Chinese mechanic to start a garage.'25 May 06:00 PM
PremiumPremiumEconomyHayden Wilson: Budget 2025 - A pass mark, with reservationsOpinion: Budget's bold tax move could spur business investment.25 May 05:00 PM
New Zealand'No respect': Bookstore hit by serial vandal targeting women's biographiesThe vandal has ripped covers off books about high-profile Kiwi women.24 May 11:21 PM
Entertainment'Total disrespect': Fashion designer slams Willis' British dress choice for BudgetFinance Minister's vivid blue outfit retails online for $1100.23 May 10:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandMurray Crane claims Smith and Caughey's 'disinterested' staff, poor service contributed to closureMurray Crane of Crane Brothers says Smith & Caughey's needed better staff and service. 23 May 03:35 AM
PremiumPremiumRetailRegional revival as retail activity rises 0.8% across the March quarterAlmost all industries had their activity rise, although hardware did decline.23 May 12:18 AM
BDBDRetailMy Food Bag shares up 8% as sales momentum shiftsChief executive Mark Winter says demand is picking up.22 May 12:35 AM
PremiumPremiumRetail'Heartbreaking': Smith & Caughey's to close for good, almost 100 job lossesAuckland's prestigious flagship retailer to close after 145 years despite rescue attempts.21 May 03:46 PM
PremiumPremiumRetailInside the incredible rise and sad fall of Smith & Caughey’s – why it is closing for goodDespite a rescue attempt, Auckland's flagship store has faced a 'perfect storm'.21 May 06:00 AM
New Zealand'Rapid rate': US demand grows for Kiwi beverage product Wai Mānuka launched in Citarella Gourmet Market's seven New York locations.21 May 04:00 AM
PremiumPremiumBusiness‘Hanging on till ’26′: Record 400+ queries as businesses seek restructuring adviceMore businesses than ever are seeking help with restructuring amid rising unemployment.21 May 12:47 AM
New Zealand'It's a saving of $838': Costco's butter frenzy sparks 750km tripsCostco sells butter for $9.99 per kg, much cheaper than other supermarkets.20 May 06:53 PM
PremiumPremiumPropertyFrom Ikea to Kmart: The biggest building projects taking shape in AucklandHuge new retail outlets opening this year and next are set to change Auckland's shops.20 May 05:00 PM
New Zealand'Lower prices': Govt's next steps on supermarket shake-upThe Government has met with major and smaller supermarket operators.19 May 10:16 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionAnne GibsonNew study out on Kirkpatrick plan for K Rd, Colliers moves Westgate properties: Property InsiderWhat would planned K Rd building do to the area? Give it a $135m boost, a new study shows.19 May 05:00 PM
New ZealandWatch: Brave shopkeepers take on armed robbers with chair, boxesDramatic video shows the workers foiling a robbery attempt. 18 May 12:51 AM