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Services sector shrugs off mid-year slump
New Zealand's services sector expanded last month, an early indication the economy may be returning to growth after stalling in the middle of the year.

Consumer backlash kills off new logo
If the purpose of a corporate rebranding is to create buzz, then Gap certainly succeeded.

Fruit and veg prices up 2.6pc in September
The cost of fruit and vegetables helped bump up food prices by 0.7 per cent during September, Statistics NZ said today.

2degrees unveils retail chain
Mobile phone company 2degrees' first retail store will open tomorrow in Auckland's Sylvia Park, with plans for other stores in the works.

UK fashion company wins brand battle with Lacoste
A British clothing supplier has won a four-year trademark battle against the fashion giant Lacoste.

Serving the discerning meat lover
In 2008, Neat Meat founder Simon Eriksen was about to open stores around the country...

Fashion's crystal ball
Australian retail analyst Robert Buckingham is in New Zealand to share his insights on global fashion trends.

Complaints roll in to watchdog on GST-rip offs
More than 30 people have complained to the Commerce Commission that businesses are using GST as an excuse to charge higher prices.

Win some, lose some with GST
Prices on some household items have risen more than double the cost of yesterday's GST increase - despite many retailers choosing to take a hit.

Fireworks greet opening of China Town
Hundreds celebrated the opening of a little piece of China in Auckland, accompanied by fireworks and a lion dance ceremony.

Tax changes: The five big questions
Thomas Pippos answers the top questions about changes to the tax system.