Tom Raynel
Multimedia Business Reporter
Tom Raynel is a Multimedia Business Reporter for the New Zealand Herald. He joined the Herald in 2024.
Tom is early in his journalism career. After finishing his political science studies at the University of Waikato, he worked at TechDay, where he covered new technology products, interviews and financial results for various sectors. He then provided freelance work to BusinessDesk, where he covered financial results, markets, court and liquidations. You can contact Tom at tom.raynel@nzme.co.nz
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Snack giant Arnott's acquires three New Zealand brands
Mother Earth, Flemings and Value Pack (VP) join the almost 160-year-old Australian group.
Foodstuffs to appeal ComCom merger decision
The merger was denied last month by the Commerce Commission.
Revealed: The NZ town with the most business break-ins
The data show Rotorua has the highest proportion of burglaries in New Zealand.
Untapping the potential of Aotea’s native flora
Tama Toki talks to Tom Raynel about Aotea Made and how it's unleashing our native flora.
The Kiwi landscaping business sold to a Japanese billionaire investor
Scott Humphreys started the company with a wheelbarrow and a station wagon.
My Food Bag enters online food market with bundle options
The meal-kit provider isn't the first to try entering the market, but will it pay off?
Is Black Friday shopping worth it?
Which products offer the deepest discounts and how to know you are getting a bargain.
Woolworths’ rewards scheme announces new air points partnerships
Shoppers will be able to convert points into Air New Zealand and Qantas travel currencies.
Hospitality spending surges in latest electronic card data
Total retail spending grew for another month, showing positive signs heading into summer.
Sistema proposes to cut more than 100 jobs in Auckland factory
Workers are distraught, with roughly a quarter at the factory set to lose jobs.
‘Open for business’: East coast sounds call for tourists this summer
Small businesses across the East Coast say they are ready for a return to the summer boom.
Beyond Soap founder on making sustainability affordable
Charlene Fitisemanu talks to Tom Raynel about her sustainable soap business Beyond.
Nicole Rebstock's journey: from law to shoe designer with three NZ stores
All it took was a gut feeling for Nicole Rebstock to know she had to pursue her dream.
Warehouse Group slows its sales decline but pressure still on
CEO positive but analyst says: 'It’s going to be another tough year.'
Cautious optimism as Briscoe Group’s result steady ahead of Black Friday
Rod Duke praises 'outstanding' achievement and says Briscoes has a point of difference.
Twenty cheers: Sawmill Brewery marks two decades of resilience
Kirsty McKay and Mike Sutherland are celebrating the award-winning brewery.
Government cracking down on late invoice payments
The Government is hoping the new rules will improve invoicing efficiency within agencies.
Wonky Box gives new life to waste produce: 'It might look a little funny but it’s still perfectly fresh'
Angus Simms on how he's tackling NZ's food waste.
Third of small businesses shrink workforce as sales drop
The hospitality sector has experienced the highest percentage of cutbacks.
Dick Smith warned over alleged misleading subscription charges
Consumers were charged up to $149 for a subscription they didn't agree to sign up for.
Small business: Slip, slop, slap and Zoop
John Heseltine talks to Tom Raynel about the personal story behind Zoop's beginnings.
Reality check: ANZ reveals consumer confidence drops
'October marked a sombre return to reality,' says ANZ's Sharon Zollner.
Once grand Queen St centre a ghost town but owners push ahead with development dream
Owner of Sky World has tried to sell the property since early 2023.
Festive spirit: Retail and mid-market business confidence rising
Mid-market and retail business confidence is growing heading into the festive season.
Resilience the key as franchise sector grows by $10 billion
The franchise model has shown resilience, growing in turnover during the pandemic.
Small business: Conscious consumerism is key for Crushes
Rose Hope talks to Tom Raynel about the ethical concept store Crushes and its community.
Inside look: Mowbrays' Zuru expands Chinese factory to make big confectionary push
Zuru's Henry Gordon talks about its plans to take on Kinder Surprise.
What to consider when picking a home loan rate
The OCR cut of 50bps is great for interest rates, but what does it mean for buyers?
Retail spending stalls in September, down from June quarter
But the prospect of growth is in the air.
Foodtrucks to Foodstuffs: Why Lucky Taco is no feat of luck
Sarah Frizzell talks to Tom Raynel about The Lucky Taco and its journey from Mexico to NZ.
'Gut-wrenching': Newlyweds say caterer scammed them out of wedding deposits
Police urge people with complaints about wedding caterer to come forward.
Small-town backdrop frames the bigger picture
Jared Donkin speaks with Tom Raynel about his journey to founding Radlab.
The rollercoaster ride ahead for Rainbow’s End’s new CEO
Susan Mudie talks to Tom Raynel about her plans to evolve the park for next generation.
Annual food prices spike in September
Food prices have grown by 1.2% in the year to September.
How are retailers reacting to the OCR decision?
Retailers have shared their excitement about the OCR cut right in time for Christmas.
Bucking the trend: the infant formula made from goat milk
Elke Pascoe talks to Tom Raynel about business LittleOak and their recent US expansion.
Are you better off than your neighbours? Map reveals income by area
Kiwis can now find out which region has the highest median income.
Hallenstein Glassons carried by Australian result
Clothing company grows sales but needs piggyback ride from Australia.
Will a shake-up save The Warehouse?
Analysts wonder if The Warehouse Group can get costs under control before it's too late.
Three family-run businesses make a life-changing $57m
Based in Morrinsville, Ōamaru and Mangawhai, the owners have received huge sums.
Caught in a trap: The new home solution for pest control
Craig Bond talks to Tom Raynel about his invasive-species trap business Goodnature.
The Warehouse CEO on where it went wrong and plans to turn business around
John Journee doesn't have plans to grow its grocery offering.
The Warehouse Group reveals toughest result in years
'Not acceptable': Chair blasts bad result, says group must do better.
KMD Brands CEO confident of climbing back up the mountain
Diversifying Kathmandu's product range essential for the business to grow, says CEO.
Sales slump 11% at Kathmandu owner KMD Brands
The value of shoe brand Oboz has been written down.
Smiles, traffic and empty hands: First impressions of Mānawa Bay
Some shoppers described the new shopping centre as dark and enclosed.
Buyer beware: Scam e-shops continue to plague consumers
Kiwis continue to share their stories online, with Elyse Auckland the latest to be found.
Cocktails on tap? Yes, you read that right
They've been friends for 20 years. Their shared passion shows no signs of slowing down.
Will supermarket giant ditch NZ? Investors urge Woolworth Group to sell up
PLUS: Auckland Airport raise sets new record, council step closer to selling stake.
Jetstar facing charges for allegedly misleading customers
The airline allegedly made misleading statements about consumers' rights in aviation law.
Bank repossesses machinery as liquidators probe earthmoving company
The business owes at least $1.26 million and is now the owner's second failed enterprise.
Sole traders choosing to earn less - on purpose
A majority of respondents want the threshold increased to $75,000, but it looks unlikely.
Small business: Mastering the sense of touch with braille technology
Chantelle Griffiths talks to Tom Raynel about her journey of braille and business.
Retail spending grows for the first time in seven months
Economists say the effects of tax cuts and government stimulus are yet to see results.
Why Kmart's expansion is more bad news for The Warehouse
What analysts think of Kmart's plans for a new store at Westgate.
Profit down but performance solid for Briscoes
The group reported a $33 million profit but isn't confident of hitting last year's highs.
Merino on the slopes: The Kiwi apparel company gone global
After early setbacks, a Kiwi couple have taken their Merino wool sports apparel worldwide.
Ngāi Tahu takes minority stake in online GP service founded by Cecilia Robinson
The iwi has become a minority shareholder of Tend Health, thanks to sharing a mutual goal.
Consumer advocate urges faster action on grocery sector competition to ease price pain
While the Grocery Commissioner is moving ahead of schedule, action remains slow.
Supermarket sector has no meaningful competition, Commerce Commission says
The watchdog has released its first annual report on the state of the grocery sector.
Retail crime in NZ hinders Michael Hill result
Michael Hill has posted a disappointing result after tough year of local retail crime.
The distillery turning bread waste into award-winning spirits
Jenny McDonald and Sue Stockwell talk to the Herald about their upcycling liquor business.
Chomping down bigtime: Fast-food giant expanding in NZ
New outlets across the country contributed to the New Zealand arm performing strong.
Higher wage costs eat into Woolworths NZ result
The New Zealand arm's earnings before interest and tax fell by 56.5%.
Cost-of-living crisis biggest issue for most small businesses in MYOB survey
Certain deregulation is helping, but there is a lot of work to turn confidence around.
TSB fined $2.47m for charging ‘unreasonable’ fees
The Commerce Commission took legal action after TSB self-reported the issue.
Possible merger on the cards for Auckland Business Chamber and EMA
Both groups are tight-lipped on the rationale for the move and what could come from it.
Plant-based manufacturer Sustainable Foods goes into voluntary administration
Key investors in the manufacturer included All-Black TJ Perenara and media company Stuff.
Retail sales continue to drop as cost-of-living pressures still bite
Retail sales fell 1.2% in the June quarter, the eighth consecutive quarter to see a drop.
SPQR liquidators renew liquor licence for failed restaurant
There has been some buyer interest in it.