PremiumPremiumRetailTurners upgrades profit guidance, set for fifth record resultThe business aims to achieve its fifth consecutive record result amid a tough economy.18 Feb 12:04 AM
PremiumPremiumRetailSpotlight told to halt using ‘Biggest Sale Ever’ over false advertising rulingThe store claimed it was its 'Biggest Sale Ever'. The ASA disagreed.13 Feb 02:34 AM
PremiumPremiumRetailRetail spending off to slow start in 2025Spending in the retail industries over January fell by 1.6%.12 Feb 10:06 PM
PremiumPremiumRetailKiwi summer spending lifts as cultural habits changeThe data from Kiwibank shows Kiwis spent more on experiences than retail products.11 Feb 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumRetailJB Hi-Fi beats odds with big ticket retail growthDespite other retailers struggling with big-ticket sales, JB Hi-Fi has performed well.10 Feb 01:59 AM
PremiumPremiumRetailCostco New Zealand boosts revenue to $361 millionAfter reporting a loss of over $20m last year, Costco has almost fully bounced back.04 Feb 02:03 AM
PremiumPremiumBusinessNZ’s biggest new supermarket opens this monthMore than 250 staff will work at the new store; over 200 job offers have been made so far.02 Feb 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumRetailBig-ticket items a no-go as consumer confidence fallsMore Kiwis now think it's a bad time to buy a major household item in bad news for retail.30 Jan 11:11 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionOpinion: Enough is enough – retail crime is not victimless and hurts shoppersOPINION: The majority of retail crime is organised crime and involves repeat offending.30 Jan 02:00 AM
PremiumPremiumBusinessElon Musk-led car company opening soon in vast new retail hubVehicles about to arrive at the new Westgate premises.29 Jan 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumBusinessTwo reasons why Woolworths plans 188% distribution centre expansion'Further investment in supporting infrastructure is required for the business'.28 Jan 04:00 PM
RetailRise in holiday spending at end of 2024, electronic card data showsNew data from Stats NZ shows spending in retail performed strongly during December sales.20 Jan 10:34 PM
PremiumPremiumPropertyAuckland’s tallest office, apartment tower planned for downtown carpark siteDetails revealed in application approved under new Fast-Track Approvals act.16 Jan 10:46 PM
PremiumPremiumBusinessDevonport $400m intensification plan fast-track application: New apartments, shops, officesMajor intensification plans show the Devonport spots in line for change.15 Jan 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumRetailConsumer spending growth in 2024 the lowest in five yearsWorldline's Bruce Proffit said adjustments to household budgets were a key driver.13 Jan 03:07 AM
PremiumPremiumRetailBriscoe Group profit downgrade a warning sign for retail, analysts sayConsumer confidence and spending patterns could be entrenched, one analyst said.10 Jan 01:16 AM
PremiumPremiumBusinessDavid Jones reports improving result in 2024 accountsLuxury-brand retailer still made a loss in 2024, but had a small improvement.09 Jan 07:41 PM
PremiumPremiumBusinessFlagship rising: Rodd & Gunn opening Lodge bar, restaurant in Pompallier on PonsonbyBar and dining concept at Commercial Bay and Queenstown will be extended to Ponsonby.09 Jan 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumRetailMore than $300k of Baby City gift cards and loyalty points now worthlessThe business has been sold to a new owner and four stores remain trading.08 Jan 01:51 AM
OpinionVera AlvesOpinion: Kourtney Kardashian is at it againFirst, it was vaginal gummies. Now, this.31 Dec 08:00 PM
New ZealandRecession nothing to fear, according to new Northland business ownersYou have to be crazy to start a business in a recession, right?29 Dec 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumBusinessBoom in US retail real estate defies prediction of ecommerce apocalypseFinancial Times: Analysts had spoken of a 'retail apocalypse'.27 Dec 04:00 PM
New ZealandShoppers pack the stores for Boxing Day spending spreesKiwis have packed into stores on one of the busiest shopping days of the year.26 Dec 04:55 AM
New ZealandStore owners "pretty happy" with Boxing Day salesPlenty of shoppers around for Boxing Day sales but few loaded up with bargains26 Dec 04:27 AM
New ZealandWill Boxing Day sales be boom or bust? Whangārei retail expert says 'wait and see'Boxing day sales expected to create even more mayhem than Black Friday25 Dec 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumPropertyIkea store and warehouse top list of Auckland's biggest property developmentsIndustrial projects dominate new supply, the study found, comprising 65% of new stock.22 Dec 02:00 AM
PremiumPremiumRetailRetailers' Christmas wish: Staying alive in 2025Christmas sales will be critical to retailers' survival as 2025 shapes up as a challenge.20 Dec 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumBusiness'Low point' – new data to confirm NZ back in recessionData due this Thursday will update the nation's third-quarter economic performance.16 Dec 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionDiana ClementDiana Clement: Taking the charity approach this ChristmasOPINION: Christmas is about more than just consumer spending.14 Dec 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumBusinessMcDonald’s consults Ngāti Whātua on Ōrākei drive-through restaurant plansReal estate chief met Ngāti Whātua O Ōrakei on employment, safety, health and tikanga. 14 Dec 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumRetailShoppers get their wallets out in the first week of DecemberSpending grew in the first seven days of December, more than the week of Black Friday.10 Dec 03:50 AM
PremiumPremiumRetailHallenstein Glasson’s early FY25 trading up, but NZ retail still challengingHallenstein Glasson shared its first results for FY25, and Australia is performing well.10 Dec 01:32 AM
BusinessAlcohol retailers brace for earlier cut-off time in AucklandNew rules mean alcohol sales will end early from tonight.09 Dec 04:46 AM
Lifestyle'House stank of chemicals': Kmart Christmas blanket to be recalled in NZTwo reported hospitalisations in Australia have been linked to the sheets.03 Dec 08:35 PM