RetailMale grocery shoppers the new target of food brandsMen are now the primary grocery shoppers in about four in 10 households in America and food companies are taking notice.29 Sep 02:37 AM
BDBDEnergyKathmandu steps up global expansion as profit slipsKathmandu, which today posted a 4.5pc decline in annual profit, said Australasian earnings should rise in the coming year.22 Sep 11:29 PM
LifestyleShoppers miss the best dealsShoppers are being duped by price-matching offers, with only 5 per cent taking advantage.16 Aug 05:00 PM
BDBDEnergyCold snap boosts Kathmandu salesKathmandu says a cold snap last month in Australia and New Zealand helped generate more sales than anticipated.31 Jul 11:34 PM
RetailEBay moves into US mechanic servicesEBay plans to experiment with selling auto mechanics' services alongside car parts, said Devin Wenig, president of the marketplaces business, in an expansion of the company's offerings.29 Jul 02:55 AM
LifestyleStores push pointless product warrantyStores are still pushing extended warranties despite a law change that should put a stop to the hard sell.26 Jul 05:00 PM
OpinionEditorial: Supermarket checkout temptations resistibleEditorial: According to an online survey, more than a third of Kiwis want checkouts to be sugar-free. But why should supermarkets bow to this demand?25 Jul 05:00 PM
RetailMobile shopping on the riseNew Zealanders are choosing to do more and more of their shopping on the go according to a Nielsen's Online Retail Report.09 Jul 02:27 AM
BDBDRetailSpending on credit and debit cards slipsNew Zealand core retail spending on debit and credit cards fell in June for the first time in four months.08 Jul 11:46 PM
LifestyleBoy's tablet bill hits $1kA six-year-old racked up a credit card bill of more than $1,200 in just two days, playing games on his parents' tablet.05 Jul 05:30 PM
LifestyleMan stung by Trade Me rip-offIn May 2012, meatworker Graham Barker bought an iPhone for $1,110. It never arrived. Two years later, Barker is still smarting about being scammed.05 Jul 05:00 PM
RetailKiwis online shopping habits 'maturing'New Zealand's online retail growth is slowing, despite increased growth from rural consumers, according to a BNZ report released this morning.03 Jul 03:58 AM
OpinionAsk Susan: $1 for written statementQ: A month ago, I had $61.95 left to pay to clear my GE Gem account. I paid this, thinking it would be the end of it.28 Jun 05:00 PM
WorldAsos website temporarily offlineAn Asos warehouse the size of six football pitches has been badly damaged by a fire, forcing the fashion retailer to stop taking orders.21 Jun 07:37 PM
BDBDRetailConsumer confidence reboundsNew Zealand consumer confidence rebounded from a six-month low in June, supported by a strong economy.20 Jun 03:17 AM
BDBDRetailConsumer confidence slipsNew Zealand consumer confidence fell in the second quarter as lower dairy prices and higher interest rates weighed on sentiment.15 Jun 10:42 PM
New ZealandThe tribes of Gen YThe study by Colmar Brunton breaks the country's generation of 15- to 30-year-olds into six profiles, or "tribes".13 Jun 10:46 PM
RetailVisa to replace signatures with PINVisa is to stop accepting signatures for its New Zealand-issued credit cards for most transactions from later this year in a bid to strengthen security.22 May 09:56 PM
OpinionDiana ClementDiana Clement: Watch out for hot sales to be in line for real bargainsWhatever your style or store preference, you can find a bargain if you're willing to put in some research before shopping, writes Diana Clement.17 May 05:00 PM
LifestyleQuick tap and shopping's doneRemember that ad where Richie McCaw races around the shops in a suit, buying wedding presents and tapping his card on an eftpos terminal?17 May 05:00 PM
New ZealandCouncillors divided over sale of squareAuckland councillors are divided on the privatisation of Queen Elizabeth Square in downtown Auckland, but voted 14-7 today to approve in principle the disposal of the land worth upwards of $60 million to Precinct Properties.15 May 03:12 AM
New ZealandCity square could be soldAuckland councillors will tomorrow consider the privatisation of Queen Elizabeth Square in downtown Auckland for a mall.14 May 02:16 AM
BDBDRetailRetail spend up less than expectedRetail sales rose less than expected in the first quarter, with electrical and electronic goods leading the gains, while supermarket and grocery sales fell.14 May 12:38 AM
LifestyleA plan stretches dollarsA meal plan, shopping once a week and buying fruit and veges from specialist shops, rather than a supermarket, will save you thousands a year, a food writer and budgeting expert says.10 May 05:00 PM
OpinionDiana ClementBuy Crikey: Cheaper shipping for bulk purchasesHave you ever browsed overseas websites dreaming of being able to buy so cheaply or to have such choice? I'm guilty of doing that on Zappos.com, writes Diana Clement.10 May 05:00 PM
BDBDRetailRetail spending on credit, debit cards rises in AprilGains in hospitality and consumables offset falling apparel purchases, as an accelerating economy continues to underpin household confidence.08 May 11:57 PM
BusinessBeckham, Prince George help sell luxury brandsCultural icons like David Beckham and the Royal family help the UK's luxury brands outperform its global rivals in emerging markets, new research has found.08 May 10:40 PM
BusinessDeath of the infomercial?The low odds of success and the growing cost are shutting off infomercials to anyone other than the leading direct response televison marketers and major brands.07 May 04:55 AM
