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'Kick in the guts': Retail and hospitality react to new lockdown measures
'Glimmer of light' of speedy recovery has now been diminished, industry says.
Elastic shortage hits as Kiwis rush to stock up on masks
Suppliers says its impossible to source elastic amid the Covid-19 crisis.
Bank fees threaten no-touch payments
Retailers took up contactless payment under lockdown but will they ditch it now?
Chocs away: Whittaker's plans to double its chocolate output
Matt Whittaker talks factory expansion and the Nigella Lawson sales effect.
Retailers more upbeat but sales figures point to more trouble ahead
Retail spending tipped to take a dive as wage subsidies come to an end.
Deja brew: Turning bread into beer - and then bread again
Restaurateur Ben Bayly co-founder of food-recycle firm with global ambitions.
Retail spending 'strong' in July, accommodation spend up
Accommodation spending growth came back last month.
NZ Post reveals huge volumes through its network during alert level 3
NZ Post research reveals huge parcel volumes during lockdown.
Supermarket 'specials' misleading shoppers: Consumer NZ
Price promotions are common - but are the discounts real?
Premium: Small businesses surging back thanks to new NZ website
Lusid Beauty owner Natassja Brooks was hit hard financially during the Covid-19 lockdown, but now thanks to Sarah Coldcord’s website Chooice.co.nz business is picking up at speeds never seen before. Video / Brett Phibbs
Warehouse out, Kmart in? Discount chain tipped to take over Auckland site
Wesfarmers-owned Kmart tight-lipped on plans for Birkenhead store.
Four-day week: Reduced hours emerging trend for restaurants, cafes
This comes as business owners opt to reduce their hours of trade.
'No final decision' on $100m Sylvia Park block
"Important we move ahead in line with tenant demand and economic conditions"
Briscoe Group sales bounce back in second-quarter after lockdown
Managing director Rod Duke says the sustained bounce back in sales was surprising.
Artificial intelligence: Why violent attacks are turning dairies hi-tech
Technology used at Christchurch's Al Noor Mosque could now be coming to a dairy near you.
How the cinema sector is faring post-lockdown
Disruption to blockbuster film releases has cinema occupancy halved.
Bunnings opens $37m whopper store: biggest in NZ
140 staff employed pre-Covid to sell biggest NZ retail warehouse.
Multimillion-dollar man Jeremy Moon's latest business venture
Icebreaker founder opens up about his new business venture and plans for global expansion.
Uber Eats driver pay changes causes concern
Changes to Uber Eats driver remuneration system sparks concern.
Small Kiwi firms more gloomy than ever - confidence plummets
Latest sentiment according to ANZ Business Micro Scope.
Small KiwiSaver scheme founder's big ambitions
Why an investment banker moved back to New Zealand and started a KiwiSaver provider.
The Warehouse to close stores for a big announcement
Last month The Warehouse announced six stores were closing and head office job cuts.
Pandemic passion: Lockdown sends engagement ring sales through the roof
Independent jewellers say engagement rings are incredibly popular right now.
iPhone screen inspires look of new 99-room hotel
Multimillionaire forges links between Northland and new Auckland CBD hotel.
State watchdog bleeds $950k legal fees, costs v Bunnings
External legal services made up the lion's share of state money forked out.
Business Hub: Ingrid Starnes on the end of an era, PM wearing her designs
Namesake designer reflects on the past 10 years in fashion - and what is lined up next.
'Third World': QC's scathing letter to Mayor Goff about Queen St
Mayor Goff has been served a legal letter over the pedestrian barriers angering retailers.
Michael Hill closes more stores as online sales rise
CEO says its plans to reduce its store footprint further.
Michael Hill's fourth quarter sales down 4%, online sales hit new highs
NZX-listed retailer says its digital performance during lockdown was pleasing.
Tricks of the trade: How a small town clothes shop survived 40 years
Retail veteran Larry Sullivan explains how to thrive in the regions.
Helicopter money: Should NZ follow Britain?
'Free money' to stimulate economy could help in challenging months ahead, analysts say.
Analysis: Is the rosy outlook for hospitality sustainable?
Long term recovery in the hospitality sector could take up to five years.
Rent relief delays: Businesses pleading with Government
One in eight retail businesses are struggling to negotiate rent relief, a survey shows.