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The Warehouse Group reveals toughest result in years
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Sales slump 11% at Kathmandu owner KMD Brands
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Some shoppers described the new shopping centre as dark and enclosed.
Buyer beware: Scam e-shops continue to plague consumers
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New airport mall 'more popular than we thought it was going to be'
'Main priority was getting people to the terminals. That was prioritised at all times.'
Opinion: The Warehouse faces scrutiny amid financial results this week
OPINION: The Warehouse's upcoming results may reveal struggles amid weak consumer demand.
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Cocktails on tap? Yes, you read that right
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Heather du Plessis-Allan: WFH habits hitting Wellington's economy hard
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More than 100 women come forward after Mohamed Fayed accused of sex abuse
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Delays expected around Auckland Airport as new premium mall opens
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Tupperware files for bankruptcy as sales slump
The brand has seen sales fall as consumer behaviors change and competition increases.
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Rich or poor: Why our upbringing can influence the way we spend
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Editorial: Kmart expansion shows up poor infrastructure planning
New store welcome but getting there will be a nightmare unless roading is sorted.
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.
First Kmart, now $235m new funds for Mark Gunton's Westgate
Consortium money will allow the further expansion of Auckland's Westgate.
Westgate's traffic 'disaster': Owner to square off with council in court
Mark Gunton plans robust appeal to traffic decision.
Profit down but performance solid for Briscoes
The group reported a $33 million profit but isn't confident of hitting last year's highs.
Explained: Why would Kmart expand in this tough retail environment?
Boss from across the Tasman explains the reasoning behind Kmart's expansion here.
Colossal new Kmart for Auckland: Biggest NZ store planned
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'Disgusting': Kmart kids' clothing sparks outrage
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Just Group fires Smiggle boss over alleged misconduct
The managing director was due to start a new job with a jewellery retailer.