The industry has pulled huge amounts of salt and sugar out of food but are fearful that consumers will see "low-salt" or "reduced sugar" as meaning "reduced flavour", writes Richard Archer.

Kiwi consumers are flocking to apps allowing access to free music on their computers, tablets and smartphones.

Internet companies will enjoy a reduction in some of their wholesale costs in December but aren't committed to passing on these savings directly to consumers then.

Interest rates are rising, but there are still good deals to be found. Many fixed rates are cheaper than floating at the moment.

I'm becoming increasingly uncomfortable about our prices. NZ is an expensive destination and it's getting worse, writes Bernard Hickey.

We are looking for a house to rent and found one we liked online, with a company called Urban Realty.

Boxes of fruit, vegetables and even meat delivered to the door are becoming increasingly popular with time-poor Kiwi shoppers.

Comvita, which produces health products from manuka honey and olive leaves, lifted annual profit 3.3 percent.

Millions of us swipe our customer loyalty cards every day, but most aren't getting the most out of the points earned.

Walking a few extra blocks can save you a lot of money on parking in Auckland's central city, a Herald on Sunday survey has revealed.

Whatever your style or store preference, you can find a bargain if you're willing to put in some research before shopping, writes Diana Clement.

Kiwis pay more than buyers elsewhere for some of the most popular consumer goods, a global report shows. So which products will burn a hole in your pocket?

Before I signed up for an internet service provider (ISP) I imagined their help centres as well-lit, large rooms with lots of windows and dozens of small cubicles, writes John Parker.

The internet is a big place, especially when compared with your local shopping mall or high street.

A 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.

Have 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.

Four Herald staff caught cabs from Auckland Airport's international terminal to SkyCity yesterday, so we could compare their routes and what they were charged.

The wrong clothes can kill a career before it starts. But buying a work wardrobe can be costly, writes Diana Clements.

Cyber-criminals are planning their "hits" more carefully and the attacks are lasting longer than ever.

Southern Cross and Travel Insurance Direct joint winners with 'outstanding value' in survey of 29 providers.

A power company is offering the chance to pay all household costs in one bill - but consumer groups warn the convenience may come at a cost.

Stadium-goers are crying foul over the prices for food and drink at sports matches and concerts.

New research has stoked the health and nutrition controversy over "A1" cows' milk.

The cost of feeding your family a cooked weekend breakfast rose by more than three times the rate of inflation over the past five years - and the price increases aren't likely to stop.

I 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.

Starting 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.

The owner of the Mr Whippy master franchise says Auckland's frozen dessert market is close to reaching "saturation point".

We are conditioned to expect a bargain online but sometimes it's just as cheap to buy at a shop, where you get to touch and feel the product and discuss it with a salesperson, writes Diana Clement.

Kiwis are splashing out on wining, dining and big-ticket items such as new cars and household furniture as consumer confidence hits a nine-year high.