EconomyFrenetic festive spend up give retailers huge boostKiwi shoppers made more than a million purchases yesterday, giving retailers a boost after last year's recession-hit Christmas.19 Dec 03:00 PM
New ZealandFinish shopping and put your feet upSix shopping days to go and in a present panic? The <i>Herald</i> gives six recommendations for easy-to-find presents for the whole family.18 Dec 03:00 PM
Banking and financeChristmas spending down this yearThe economists at Westpac have spotted a clear downward trend in expenditure on gifts.18 Dec 05:30 AM
EconomyConsumers face reality checkConsumer confidence slipped a little in the December quarter but remained mostly positive.17 Dec 12:00 AM
Personal FinanceBeware of the Christmas spending hangoverThe New Year could bring a significant rise in the number of Kiwis facing debt stress.16 Dec 12:00 AM
LifestyleThe Christmas presents dreams are made ofUS retailer Neiman Marcus is famous for its annual list of extravagant Christmas gift suggestions - and this year is no exception.25 Nov 10:25 PM
Lifestyle<i>Retail Therapy:</i> New shoesScarpa have welcomed Italian shoe brand Superga to New Zealand.25 Nov 03:00 PM
RetailRetail showing signs of expansion, says CentroCentro Properties Group is seeing signs of life in the retail sector.17 Nov 03:00 PM
RetailOnline shopping set to soarOnline shopping in New Zealand is about to boom to $1 billion a year but DVD rental stores, book shops and appliance stores may start to struggle.11 Nov 03:00 PM
Lifestyle<i>Retail Therapy:</i> Dress up party Skin solutions, Moochi Dress Week, and limited edition Annah Stretton - Viva's got it all covered.06 Nov 03:40 AM
LifestyleThrifty chicBreathing new life into old pieces can be a fascinating pastime. Viva explores two stores where a bargain awaits.01 Nov 03:00 PM
Small Business<i>Anthony Doesburg:</i> Online retail revolution has lots of room to run01 Nov 02:45 PM
LifestyleShore styleThe Department Store hopes to revive Takapuna as a shopping destination.29 Oct 03:00 PM
LifestyleHere comes the sunTips for adapting your wardrobe to the ever-changing weather14 Oct 03:00 PM