OpinionBrian GaynorWellington's decline as business hubWellington businesses, particularly listed companies, continue to struggle, writes Brian Gaynor.07 Aug 05:00 PM
RetailThe end of haggling over car prices?Haggling seems as much a part of car shopping as the test drive. But Lexus is plotting to get rid of it.06 Aug 10:25 PM
RetailPizza delivery drivers trackedA pizza company's drivers will be able to be tracked from the moment they leave the store to when they drop the pizza off at your door.05 Aug 07:06 PM
RetailOnline tax gets closerConsumers appear set to pay 15 per cent more for nearly all foreign products bought online.03 Aug 09:11 PM
BDBDRetailKirkcaldie instigated deal with David JonesKirkcaldie & Stains' sought out an offer from Australian department store chain David Jones to buy the ailing 152-year old Wellington department store, after suffering seven consecutive years of unprofitability, says chairman Falcon Clouston.31 Jul 05:00 PM
RetailShanton sold to mystery buyerShanton Fashions has been sold to a mystery buyer who wants to remain confidential.28 Jul 05:00 PM
LifestyleSelfies changed what we wearThe obsession with posting pictures on social media websites means many young women feel under pressure constantly to refresh their wardrobe, according to retail experts.28 Jul 12:40 AM
RetailDrink licence under threatA New World supermarket in Auckland faces having its liquor licence suspended or cancelled at a hearing next month.20 Jul 05:00 PM
RetailThe disrupters: Retail tech shake-upDisruption is the better, sexier, more efficient and exciting way of doing things that are taken for granted, says Vend chief executive Vaughan Rowsell.20 Jul 05:00 PM
EditorialEditorial: Chinatown decision up to ChineseA cluster of Chinese restaurants does not make a "Chinatown", much as some people might wish it to be so.20 Jul 05:00 PM
BDBDManufacturingSector serves up strong numbersNew Zealand's services sector, which accounts for about two-thirds of the economy, was at its most buoyant level in 11 months in June.20 Jul 05:00 PM
RetailIs it okay to call it 'Chinatown'?Chinese shoppers and business owners in Dominion Rd are at odds with their non-Chinese counterparts about the ethnic precinct being branded "Chinatown".19 Jul 05:00 PM
RetailKiwi clothing chain in receivershipA New Zealand women's clothing chain, which has 16 stores around the country, has been put into receivership.16 Jul 09:00 PM
RetailKathmandu boss eyes expansionKathmandu's new chief executive, French born Xavier Simonet, is already eyeing up global growth for the outdoor clothing and equipment retailer despite its current market struggles.14 Jul 05:00 PM
RetailKathmandu boss resoluteKathmandu's new boss, Xavier Simonet, is not letting a takeover offer distract him as he works to turn around the embattled adventurewear chain.13 Jul 05:00 PM
BDBDBanking and financeRetail card spending stalls in JuneThe economy has started to slow, with confidence declining as dairy prices remain lower for longer.08 Jul 10:49 PM
LifestyleFitness giant defends ‘model’ adLorna Jane's ad for a "receptionist/fit model" to carry out administrative duties as well as help the design team fit garments caused outrage.08 Jul 01:15 AM
RetailKiwi bra buying myths bustedA new survey has busted some myths about our lingerie shopping habits.06 Jul 11:45 PM
OpinionChristopher NiescheBunnings' only threat is its own growthThe Bunnings chain of hardware stores have been a great success story, but the chain is at risk of becoming a victim of its own success, writes Christopher Niesche.05 Jul 05:00 PM
AirlinesNew player in duty-free marketA new duty-free operator at Auckland International Airport is promising a little less of the hard sell that annoyed travellers.05 Jul 05:00 PM
Banking and financeAussie spending fails to increaseAustralia's May interest-rate cut and federal budget measures to loosen small business purse strings failed to provide a significant boost to retail spending in the month.05 Jul 05:00 PM
BDBDRetailPumpkin Patch shares plungeAiling retailer Pumpkin Patch says it expects earnings next year to be "significantly below" this years - its shares have plunged 12.4pc.02 Jul 11:15 PM
Retail'I'm not throwing cash at them'He's the great salesman, but can Briscoe Group's Rod Duke sell his bid to buy Kathmandu? Holly Ryan reports.02 Jul 05:00 PM
RetailBriscoes in Kathmandu takeoverIf successful the takeover would give Briscoe Group access to the Australian market, where Kathmandu already has 100 stores.30 Jun 12:05 AM
RetailNZ safe as 1200 Woolworths jobs axedChief executive of Woolworths Australia announces he is stepping down, as are 1200 unwitting staff members.17 Jun 03:29 AM
Banking and financeGDP slowdown tippedEconomists expect the pace of economic growth to have slowed when the March quarter national accounts are released on Thursday.15 Jun 05:00 PM
BDBDRetailCooks Global Foods narrows lossCooks Global Foods, which is taking the Esquires coffee chain outside New Zealand and Australia, narrowed its annual loss while expanding its global footprint.15 Jun 05:00 PM
EntertainmentCity Whitcoulls bows outDoomsayers claim it is the end of the chapter for bookstores, but Paul Little finds the business of selling books is more of a Neverending Story.13 Jun 05:00 PM
BDBDRetailPumpkin Patch boss to leavePumpkin Patch chief executive Di Humphries will leave the ailing children's clothing chain in early November.10 Jun 11:50 PM
New ZealandTime to move on for Real GroovyPlans are in place to demolish the building that houses New Zealand's best-known record store - but it does not spell the end for the iconic enterprise.10 Jun 05:00 PM
BDBDBanking and financePaying by plastic on riseKiwis spent more on their electronic cards in May, as increased retailing of consumables offset a flat month.09 Jun 11:44 PM
BDBDRetailPrimary sector leads trade contractionNew Zealand's wholesale trade shrank in the first three months of the year with a decline in goods derived from the primary sector leading the contraction.08 Jun 05:00 PM
RetailLack of buyer labelled a bad signPumpkin Patch's failure to find a buyer or white knight investor is a bad sign for the struggling children's clothing business, says an analyst.08 Jun 05:00 PM
RetailPumpkin Patch shares plunge 20pcPumpkin Patch shares are tumbling today as investors digest the firm's decision to abandon plans to find a buyer.08 Jun 01:15 AM
