RetailStrong start to Christmas spendingChristmas spending is off to a strong start with, up 4.4 per cent on the same time last year.13 Dec 09:00 PM
RetailBest job in the world everAs chief toy tester and buyer for Farmers, the 31-year-old has a big role choosing which toys will be hot at Christmas.13 Dec 06:47 PM
RetailWe're hitting the shops hardChristmas shoppers have bent the plastic, spending a whopping $2.3 billion in the first fortnight of December.13 Dec 04:00 PM
OpinionDave Chambers: Hard work goes into keeping prices lowIn a reply to today's column by Dita De Boni on supermarket costs, Countdown managing director Dave Chambers addresses the issue of pricing.10 Dec 04:00 PM
OpinionDita De Boni: Time for some Aussie stick in the aislesIn NZ, our supermarkets won't even sign up to a code of conduct, let alone agree to legislation being debated, writes Dita De Boni. It's time for the Govt to step in.10 Dec 04:00 PM
RetailWeb retailers push delivery boundariesWeb retailers are offering shoppers speedy shipping, one-day upgrades and even promises to deliver last-minute orders by Christmas Day.10 Dec 01:44 AM
BDBDRetailCard spending rises, led by hospitalityKiwis increased their spending on debit and credit cards in November, with a rise in hospitality and consumable purchases.08 Dec 10:47 PM
OpinionLiam DannLiam Dann: Tax-free shopping has a costAustralian retail billionaire Solomon Lew has declared war on his Government's failure to charge GST for overseas goods bought online.07 Dec 04:00 PM
RetailCan Pumpkin Patch recover?The woes of one-time market star Pumpkin Patch continue with one accounting professor saying the struggling retailer may now be worth more to shareholders broken up.04 Dec 04:30 PM
RetailBad weather risk for retail salesRetailers are hoping positive economic conditions will offset a blustery and wet start to the spring and summer period.01 Dec 04:00 PM
RetailGlobal coffee retailer Esquires brews Downunder planNew Zealand-based Cooks Global Foods is eyeing the Australia and New Zealand market - one of the few places it does not hold the rights to the Esquires coffee shop brand.30 Nov 04:00 PM
Construction$205m plan for Alexandra ParkThe $205 million development proposes to build 231 apartments on the carpark at the Alexandra Park stadium/raceway.28 Nov 04:00 PM
OpinionJames Griffin: Prep for the holiday seasonIn the shopping malls of this proud little consumer nation, the Christmas decorations have been up since October.28 Nov 04:00 PM
Retail'Black Friday' frenzy for Kiwi shoppersKiwi retailers are today hoping to cash in on "Black Friday", America's biggest shopping day of the year, by luring consumers with promises of big discounts on goods ahead of Christmas.27 Nov 04:00 PM
RetailTough road to year's endPumpkin Patch has hired Goldman Sachs as an adviser on its capital and funding requirements and says a share issue is an option for the children's clothing retailer, which has warned it could breach....25 Nov 04:00 PM
RetailPumpkin Patch warns on debtPumpkin Patch says this Christmas would be make or break for the children's wear retail chain.25 Nov 02:25 AM
BDBDRetailWarehouse affirms forecast for higher profitNZ's largest listed retailer, affirmed its expectation for a rise in annual earnings even as sales lag heading into the key Christmas trading period.20 Nov 10:13 PM
RetailRetail sales volumes continue to riseRetail sales rose 1.5pc in the September quarter, led by food-related industries - with rises in supermarket stores and food and beverage services.17 Nov 02:10 AM
RetailUnder Armour boss has come a long way - and he's just startedKevin Plank started Under Armour with $15,000, some locally purchased fabric and a plan to shake up the athletic apparel industry.17 Nov 01:56 AM
Small BusinessHippies back at Vic ParkThe rebirth of an old market, once teeming with hippy and bohemian traders and curious customers, has lured three Aucklanders back to Victoria Park where they spent happy times as teenagers.12 Nov 04:00 PM
New ZealandBun of contentionCall it the happy-ever-after meal. About 28 weeks ago, St Dominic's Catholic Primary School principal Daniel Pepper put a McDonald's cheeseburger on display, and he says it hasn't changed since.10 Nov 04:00 PM
RetailJean Jones keep it local for market edgeWhen Jean Jones went into receivership in 2010, general manager at the time Gina Condon decided to take a punt on the brand and buy it.09 Nov 04:00 PM
RetailSingapore buys into NZ mallsForty-nine per cent of five Westfield malls worth $2.1b will be sold to the Singaporean Government Investment Corporation.07 Nov 12:00 AM
BDBDRetailWarehouse lifts sales and fattens marginsThe Warehouse lifted first-quarter sales 3.5pc, opening more Noel Leeming stores, and widened margins at its dominant 'Red Shed' unit.06 Nov 08:52 PM
RetailBoss backing retail careersHigher wages and a specialised degree are among the initiatives helping change the perception of retail from a boring job to a high-flying career, says Warehouse boss.04 Nov 04:00 PM
RetailPak'n Save crowned cheapestPak'n Save has won the latest battle in NZ's supermarket wars. So how much could you save on an average basket of groceries bought there?04 Nov 04:00 PM
Small BusinessYour Business: Handling the holidays with Greg Harford, Retail NZGreg Harford is general manager of public affairs for Retail NZ, the New Zealand retailers’ association.31 Oct 01:45 AM
Banking and financeAuditor flags reliance on bankPumpkin Patch auditor PwC says the former high-flying retailer may have difficulty continuing as a going concern if it is unable to comply with banking covenant agreements with its bank, the ANZ.29 Oct 04:00 PM
Small BusinessYour Business: Handling the holidays with John Macpherson, AdvintageJohn (Mac) Macpherson is the owner of Havelock North-based online wine retailer Advintage, which employs eight staff.28 Oct 11:40 PM
Small BusinessYour Business: Handling the holidays with Emma Bidois, Summer SupplyPlanning is the key to ensuring the Christmas holiday period runs smoothly as Emma Bidois of Summer Supply explains.28 Oct 01:30 AM
