AgribusinessFailed discount plan behind F&P earnings downgradeAn unsuccessful discounting strategy contributed to poor trading results that forced Fisher & Paykel Appliances to downgrade earnings guidance today.17 Dec 12:30 AM
BDBDEconomyConsumer confidence falls to 18-month lowNew Zealand consumer confidence has sunk to an 18-month low suggesting retailers have little reason to expect Christmas cheer to be reflected in sales.15 Dec 09:45 PM
AirlinesAkld Airport in $50m Star Trek themed redevelopmentA structure likened to the Starship Enterprise is the centrepiece of a $50 million retail redevelopment at Auckland International Airport's departures area.15 Dec 01:05 AM
Small Business<i>Your Business:</i> Eureka moment happened at homeWhen former bank executive Melissa Cheals was at home with a new baby, she began researching ideas for her own company.12 Dec 04:30 PM
BDBDSmall BusinessJean Jones caught in new SFO probeThe swirl of official investigations surrounding failed finance company Rockforte is growing, with the Serious Fraud Office confirming a probe that will almost certainly shed light on the failure of the Jean Jones clothing chain. 10 Dec 01:42 AM
BDBDEconomyConsumers loosen wallets in NovemberElectronic card transactions at retailers rose 1.1pc in November, after climbing 1.2pc in the previous month, says new data out today.08 Dec 11:00 PM
Small Business<i>Get the Answers:</i> Buying a franchise research is vital if you want to find one that fits05 Dec 04:30 PM
New ZealandLittle and cheap? That'll do for MumKiwis spend up large at Christmas on partners and children, but not on their parents, siblings and friends.02 Dec 04:30 PM
Opinion<i>Mark Irving :</i> It's got to be relevant to get in the doorIn the hugely competitive NZ retail sector you have to offer some deal to get people in the door.01 Dec 08:30 PM
AirlinesAir NZ customers paying by card hit with extra costsAir New Zealand is adding extra charges to its booking process which will increase costs for every customer who pays for flights by credit, debit or charge card.29 Nov 04:30 PM
Retail$1m quake-damaged appliances and furniture go under the hammerPlasma televisions, 45 Apple iPads and laptop computers are among the quake-damaged goods going to auction this weekend. 24 Nov 04:30 PM
