'Amazon tax' not a magic bullet for retail sector
Analyst says Amazon tax won't save the local retail sector.
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Amazon tax: Kiwis to pay online overseas GST from next year
Government announces measure to collect GST from foreign companies selling to Kiwis.
'Powerful' consumers put focus on ethics
The consumer is more powerful than any brand, says Icebreaker chief Greg Smith.
Amazon tax: Kiwis to pay online overseas GST from next year
Government announces measure to collect GST from foreign companies selling to Kiwis.
Retailers rejoice: Reaction to new 'Amazon' tax
Retailers and groups have welcomed Government's move to collect GST on low-value goods.
Kiwis spend $4.2 billion online and rising
A survey reveals more than a quarter of Kiwis prefer to shop online.
Business confidence drops as firms tip profits to fall
Net 23 per cent of firms are pessimistic about the year ahead.
Bunnings aims to double NZ revenue: new boss
Bunnings New Zealand is aiming big over the next five years. Here's their plan.
Instagram launches shopping in NZ
Instagram launches shopping feature allowing users to buy items directly through posts.
Group weddings and loyalty rings: Inside Alibaba's strange world
How Alibaba catapulted itself to be the world's largest retailer, in just 19 years.
Alibaba, Fonterra and NZ Post team up to track orders
Alibaba has launched pilot orders through its safety framework using blockchain technology
Why Weta Workshop is using Alibaba
Alibaba's Alipay and Tmall are attractive options for Kiwi businesses, merchant says.
Supermarket shopper slips, sues Woolworths for $1.3m
Shoppers claims distraction caused by a demonstration promoting a constipation aid.
Liquidator's report bad news for Nosh creditors
Unsecured creditors owed $2,118,239 unlikely to get paid.
Smart-shopping: How China is revolutionising retail
The e-commerce giant has rolled out China's first contactless 'magic payment' machine.
Amazon launches new shopping experience for Kiwis
Amazon is making it easier for New Zealand customers to order.
Ethical fashion: How do Kiwi retailers fare?
How New Zealand retailers fare on the ethical front for fashion practices.
Veteran traveller finds a home in the outdoors
Kathmandu's chief executive is excited to steer the company through global expansion.
Fashion designer's warning: 'My industry is dying'
Kiwi retailers can't stay afloat if GST laws are not changed, veteran designer says.
Flip flop: Trump eyes return to Trans-Pacific Partnership
This would constitute a massive U-turn for the US President.
Michael Hill's US exit to cost $6.1m
Jewellery chain winds up US business after failing to build profitable operation.
Exit from US to cost Michael Hill $6m
The decade-long investment failed to deliver a profitable business.
Would David Jones merger spell the end for Myer?
It's the reluctant retail romance that refuses to die.
Icebreaker sells for cool $288m
Kiwi outdoor clothing company Icebreaker sold for $288 million.
How safe are your kids' toys?
Should there be new measures to enforce children's toy safety standards in New Zealand?
Big retailers a tasty option for food outlets
Food retailers trade better located around fashion stores, Muffin Break boss says.
Kiwi pharmacy brand not fazed by Chemist Warehouse
Group manager of Green Cross Health says its pharmacies will take on Chemist Warehouse.
Six Warehouse execs paid more than $1 million in last financial year
There are a number of highly paid executives at the Warehouse Group.
Aussie pharmacy giant to open next door to Kiwi rival
Australian retail giant Chemist Warehouse is going head on with its competition.
'Have we just become slobs?': Video captures mess at Rebel Sport store
WATCH: The aftermath of Easter retail sales at a Rebel Sport store.
NZ punk classic sets record for Trade Me vinyl sale
A Suburban Reptiles' 'Saturday Night Stay At Home' vinyl has sold for $1180.
Hell on Wheels: The new pizza franchise model
Hell Pizza is gearing up to roll out 30 new franchise businesses - on wheels.
Walmart backs China's plan to reduce pollution
This comes as Chinese President Xi Jinping has vowed to focus on living standards.