LifestyleZara is coming to New ZealandGreat news for the New Zealand fashion scene, popular Spanish chain store, Zara, will be hanging on our racks for the first time this weekend.30 Jul 02:20 AM
OpinionHow mannequins are destroying womenFrom the the depths of an eating disorder, even the most harmless image, comment or interaction could trigger waves of self loathing and insecurity, writes Emma Gleason.29 Jul 10:45 PM
RetailShanton sold to mystery buyerShanton Fashions has been sold to a mystery buyer who wants to remain confidential.28 Jul 05:00 PM
RetailHiring for the 'right look' influences shoppersHaving staff who share the same appearance as customers may deliver a competitive advantage to retailers.25 Jul 01:59 AM
RetailThe unlikely success of the Apple retail storeIn hindsight, it's kind of crazy that Apple pulled off its unique store strategy - but clearly, it did.23 Jul 12:00 AM
RetailThe disrupters: Retail tech shake-upDisruption is the better, sexier, more efficient and exciting way of doing things that are taken for granted, says Vend chief executive Vaughan Rowsell.20 Jul 05:00 PM
LifestyleDior vs Dior battle out of fashion"Dior is too big an empire to take on." An Aucklander surnamed Dior has given up his fight with fashion giant Dior and changed the name of his business.18 Jul 05:00 PM
BDBDRetailMichael Hill annual sales rise 3.4pcA decline in Michael Hill's biggest market of Australia was outweighed by gains in New Zealand, Canada and the US.16 Jul 10:15 PM
RetailKiwi clothing chain in receivershipA New Zealand women's clothing chain, which has 16 stores around the country, has been put into receivership.16 Jul 09:00 PM
BDBDRetailFresh milk hits lowest price since 2013The average price for 2 litres of blue-top milk was $3.36 in June, down 9.4 per cent from its peak in November 2014.12 Jul 11:18 PM
BDBDBanking and financeRetail card spending stalls in JuneThe economy has started to slow, with confidence declining as dairy prices remain lower for longer.08 Jul 10:49 PM
RetailKiwi bra buying myths bustedA new survey has busted some myths about our lingerie shopping habits.06 Jul 11:45 PM
AirlinesNew player in duty-free marketA new duty-free operator at Auckland International Airport is promising a little less of the hard sell that annoyed travellers.05 Jul 05:00 PM
BDBDRetailPumpkin Patch shares plungeAiling retailer Pumpkin Patch says it expects earnings next year to be "significantly below" this years - its shares have plunged 12.4pc.02 Jul 11:15 PM
Retail'I'm not throwing cash at them'He's the great salesman, but can Briscoe Group's Rod Duke sell his bid to buy Kathmandu? Holly Ryan reports.02 Jul 05:00 PM
LifestyleAuckland's best bargainsFrom underwear to shoes, bags and designer clothing and at a fraction of the price? Here are some of the best bargains in Auckland.27 Jun 07:00 PM
RetailWhat the fall in dollar means for KiwisRetailers may start to feel the squeeze in coming months after the fall of the kiwi dollar, but consumers are unlikely to see drastic changes to prices.22 Jun 05:00 PM
RetailNZ safe as 1200 Woolworths jobs axedChief executive of Woolworths Australia announces he is stepping down, as are 1200 unwitting staff members.17 Jun 03:29 AM
RetailDecadent doughnuts push up salesDoughnut sales from quick service restaurants, like Krispy Kreme and Dunkin' Donuts, are up for the third straight year, as investors turn to sweet treats.14 Jun 12:00 AM
EntertainmentCity Whitcoulls bows outDoomsayers claim it is the end of the chapter for bookstores, but Paul Little finds the business of selling books is more of a Neverending Story.13 Jun 05:00 PM
OpinionBrian RudmanBrian Rudman: Could this be a new home for Real Groovy?Who better to breathe new life into the abandoned Civic Administration Building than mega music store Real Groovy Records, asks Brian Rudman.11 Jun 09:37 PM
BDBDRetailPumpkin Patch boss to leavePumpkin Patch chief executive Di Humphries will leave the ailing children's clothing chain in early November.10 Jun 11:50 PM
New ZealandTime to move on for Real GroovyPlans are in place to demolish the building that houses New Zealand's best-known record store - but it does not spell the end for the iconic enterprise.10 Jun 05:00 PM
BDBDBanking and financePaying by plastic on riseKiwis spent more on their electronic cards in May, as increased retailing of consumables offset a flat month.09 Jun 11:44 PM
RetailLack of buyer labelled a bad signPumpkin Patch's failure to find a buyer or white knight investor is a bad sign for the struggling children's clothing business, says an analyst.08 Jun 05:00 PM
RetailPumpkin Patch shares plunge 20pcPumpkin Patch shares are tumbling today as investors digest the firm's decision to abandon plans to find a buyer.08 Jun 01:15 AM
RetailChance of rate cut growingFinancial markets see it as a line-ball call whether Reserve Bank Governor Graeme Wheeler cuts the official cash rate from 3.5 to 3.25 per cent on Thursday.07 Jun 05:00 PM
RetailDavid Jones 'have to look at Auckland'Don't be so sure Australian retail giant David Jones won't be coming to Auckland.05 Jun 05:00 PM
RetailPumpkin Patch shelves plans to sellThe embattled children's clothing retailer said yesterday it had canned plans to sell the business.05 Jun 05:00 PM
RetailPumpkin Patch fails to find buyerChildren's clothing retailer Pumpkin Patch has canned plans to find a buyer for the struggling business.05 Jun 04:12 AM
RetailOnline retail spending exceeds $3b a yearNew Zealand's online retail spending now exceeds $3 billion per year according to a new report.03 Jun 02:00 AM
BDBDRetailMoa cuts annual loss by 5pcMoa reported a net loss of $5.58m in the year ended March 31, compared to $5.82m last year.27 May 08:43 PM
RetailNeed a job? Call Domino'sDomino's is planning to hire 3,000 new delivery staff across Australia and New Zealand as it rolls out new technology.21 May 06:01 AM
RetailRetailers Assn unhappy with BudgetRetailers will be disappointed the Government isn't taxing purchases on overseas websites, Retail NZ says.21 May 03:41 AM