New Zealand'Sad event': Winston Peters speaks on Golriz Ghahraman's shoplifting chargesPolice charged former Greens MP with two counts of shoplifting last Wednesday.22 Jan 06:07 AM
BDBDRetailCommerce Commission to investigate supermarket duopoly: Woolworths, FoodstuffsThe probe comes after Consumer NZ lodged a complaint with the commission in August.22 Jan 03:21 AM
Small BusinessCreative instinct: Retailer proud to shine a light on Māori designs'This is the highlight of this business.'21 Jan 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumAirlinesFrom Matakana to Knightsbridge: How a Kiwi firm got luxury pillows into HarrodsHyoumankind founder says Britain is a perfect market for travel pillow she developed.19 Jan 03:20 AM
New ZealandExplainer: Retail theft is rising, but why do people shoplift?A survey in 2023 found 92 per cent of retailers contacted had experienced crime.18 Jan 06:08 AM
ConstructionHarvey Norman revenue falls in spending downturnConsumers are being more cautious about investing in their homes, the company says.17 Jan 09:45 PM
Banking and financeDecember spending on a “sharper decline than expected”Electronic card spending fell at the end of last year which might be bad news for retail.17 Jan 12:43 AM
PremiumPremiumConstructionIkea’s first NZ store: Watch drone footageAbout 500 piles have now been driven 40-50m deep across the site, an executive says.17 Jan 12:00 AM
PremiumPremiumRetailScotties Boutique: What is it, who owns it and why does a dress cost $6995?Green MP Golriz Ghahraman has been accused of shoplifting from an Auckland institution.15 Jan 10:49 PM
RetailBusiness confidence on the rise amid concerns over sluggish economyBusinesses are now more worried about securing sales than finding the right staff.15 Jan 10:21 PM
PremiumPremiumConstructionProperty Insider: $33m Auckland block bought pre-election for scrapped light rail'Irresponsible' said Simeon Brown of the rail business buying so close to the election.15 Jan 04:00 PM
RetailLisa King on expanding AF to the US marketAF and Eat My Lunch founder Lisa King says her biggest success is leaving corporate.14 Jan 10:00 PM
RetailShopping warranty service Boxer goes bust owing $36mKiwi e-commerce business Boxer owes $36m after going into liquidation.14 Jan 09:11 PM
Small BusinessManawa Udy on sustaining Māori business through political noiseNgahere Communities' online store Konei opened its first retail store this month.14 Jan 04:00 PM
RetailGolriz Ghahraman allegations: PR expert rates Greens' responseA public relations expert says the Green Party have put themselves in a weakened position.13 Jan 06:42 PM
PremiumPremiumConstructionCostco Wholesale New Zealand revenue soarsAccounts show exactly how popular the three-level store at Westgate is.11 Jan 07:38 PM
New Zealand'Really busy and super positive': Paihia businesses shrug off criticism about townThere is pushback after comments about Northland’s top tourist town being run down.11 Jan 05:00 PM
New ZealandGolriz Ghahraman overseas as police investigate alleged shoplifting incidentPolice are looking into report that MP shoplifted goods from clothes store.11 Jan 03:07 AM
RetailJaimee Lupton on running TikTok’s most popular haircare brandThe Monday Haircare co-founder says this year has brought successes as well as challenges.10 Jan 10:00 PM
Banking and financeVaping, swimming pools, live gigs: 2023 sets consumer spending recordsData from ANZ and Worldline showed spending was subdued in December but still set records.10 Jan 04:00 AM
PremiumPremiumRetailOn edge and hoping for a ‘normal year’: Top five retail priorities for 2024Industry players say 2024 will be a test for businesses and consumers.08 Jan 04:00 PM
New Zealand'It’s very, very positive': Businesses making hay while the sun shinesOne Whangārei cafe owner says this is the busiest summer ever.05 Jan 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumRetailGracie MacKinlay on Mighty Ape’s record-breaking 2023 salesMacKinlay says the retailers face a challenging 2024 despite record-breaking sales.04 Jan 10:00 PM
RetailBed, Bath and Beyond NZ profits defy downturn, climb 7.5pcThe homeware retailer had a rise in revenue and profits in its latest full-year report.04 Jan 02:32 AM
RetailPic’s Peanut Butter chief says new Government has a ‘tough road’ aheadAimee McCammon studied at Harvard Business School this year and hasn't lost momentum.02 Jan 10:00 PM
New ZealandNew lobby group vows to hold Government’s ‘feet to fire’ on grocery shake-upSue Chetwin is fronting a new group that plans to lobby 'furiously' for lower prices.02 Jan 04:00 PM
Small BusinessSME concerns shift from staffing to survivalNew data shows SMEs are under more economic pressure.02 Jan 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumBanking and financeThree top-of-mind issues: Kiwi chief Clive MackenzieHousing shortage, the surge in migration, declining levels of construction: perfect storm?28 Dec 10:00 PM
New ZealandWhanganui records highest increase in pre-Christmas spendingLocal experts said residents choosing to shop local was a reason for the increase.28 Dec 04:00 PM
New ZealandCan you spot what's wrong with this car seat photo?A photo of a child in a car seat has caused a furore online.28 Dec 04:00 PM
New Zealand'Smashed': String of overnight burglaries at Rotorua shopsTwo vehicles believed to be involved were located abandoned on Mangakakahi Rd.28 Dec 02:45 AM
PremiumPremiumRetailFrom dairy worker to retail boss - Carolyn Young on her priorities as head of Retail NZThe sector is facing tough economic conditions and crime.28 Dec 12:00 AM
New Zealand'They're taking their time': Robbers swap cars for power tools to break into storesRam raids are out, and a new M.O. is in. Plus: how offenders use police to help them.27 Dec 04:00 PM
New ZealandDairy worker who had fingers sliced off during robbery has not returned to workDairy owner on injured worker: "Time is healing his pain. But he’s not back to normal."27 Dec 04:00 PM
