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
New ZealandTraders knew inspectors were absentWanaka traders threw open their doors this Easter after being secretly told there would be no Labour inspectors around to catch them, it's been reported.21 Apr 08:22 PM
OpinionDiana ClementBuy Crikey: Wardrobe on a budgetThe wrong clothes can kill a career before it starts. But buying a work wardrobe can be costly, writes Diana Clements.19 Apr 04:15 PM
RetailNosh pulls back on expansion plansUpmarket grocery chain Nosh has pulled back on expansion plans outside its core Auckland markets in the central, eastern suburbs and North Shore.14 Apr 12:00 AM
BDBDRetailNZ card spending stalls in MarchNew Zealand spending growth on credit and debit cards stalled in March, as a decline in expenditure on fuel and clothing offset gains for food and liquor.09 Apr 12:00 AM
BusinessThese boots are made for browsingTrade Me aims to corner the high end rag trade. The website has rebranded its clothing section as "Trade Me Fashion", hoping to claim more of the online clothing retail market.05 Apr 09:52 PM
LifestyleChristmas clubs get in earlyStarting a Christmas savings scheme will make shopping less stressful and the way you save will make a big difference to how much cash you'll have.29 Mar 03:15 PM
OpinionDiana ClementBuy Crikey: Check local book sites firstI had to buy a book recently. It hurt. Much as I love books, my financially sensible self would rather get them from the library or stock up on a few good novels at the school fair at $2 to $3 each.29 Mar 03:15 PM
RetailConsumer confidence at nine-year highNew Zealand consumer confidence rose to a nine-year high with optimism about the economy in the year ahead approaching record levels.16 Mar 09:55 PM
BDBDRetailNZ card spending up in FebNew Zealanders spent more on their credit and debit cards in February, fuelled by spending on hospitality10 Mar 10:50 PM
OpinionDiana ClementBuy Crikey: Great place for arts and craftsWant to be dazzled by an unimaginable range of crafts? Then visit Etsy.com for a jaw-dropping experience. It has more than 25 million items for sale, writes Diana Clement.08 Mar 04:30 PM
LifestyleGoing up against virtual competitionConsumers have never had it so good, thanks to an explosion of cheap, high-quality goods now available globally at the click of a mouse. But gow are traditional stores coping?01 Mar 01:35 AM
New ZealandRetailers urged to ride online sales waveLocal retailers are being urged to grow their web platforms after strong growth in online retail spending.28 Feb 04:30 PM
LifestyleParents stung by scamsParents are losing hundreds of dollars through fraudulent websites claiming to sell popular baby products.01 Feb 04:30 PM
RetailShopping trolleys trackedCustomers are being tracked by bugging devices fixed to their shopping trolleys and baskets as they shop in an Auckland supermarket.31 Jan 04:30 PM
TechnologyAttack of the Amazon drones?Will the internet giant evolve into the biggest retailer in the world? Katherine Rushton looks at what the future holds for the Seattle-based company.25 Jan 04:30 PM
OpinionDiana ClementBuy Crikey: BYO tablets a school dilemmaThousands of Kiwi parents have a new shopping dilemma this year - they will need to buy a tablet or other digital device for their child, writes Diana Clement.25 Jan 04:30 PM
LifestyleBuy Crikey: The patient shopper gets the best bargainsSick of shopping? You shouldn't be. January is the time of true bargains.18 Jan 04:30 PM
RetailRetailers relish Boxing Day bonanzaRetailers are "over the moon" at record Boxing Day sales on Thursday.27 Dec 04:30 PM
New ZealandBusiest Boxing Day ever - PaymarkYesterday's manic Boxing Day sales were the busiest ever, according to new Paymark figures.27 Dec 04:50 AM
New Zealand4 in 10 support online GSTNearly 40% of Kiwis believe GST should be charged on all purchases made on foreign shopping websites, a survey has shown.26 Dec 04:30 PM
New ZealandPatience pays off for bargain-huntersA shopping trolley of 15 items was $1,500 cheaper on Boxing Day - a saving of 26 per cent on Christmas prices - according to a Herald survey of a popular mall.26 Dec 04:30 PM
