EconomyPetrol prices drive inflation - CPI up 4.5pc in past yearSoaring petrol prices were a key factor behind a 0.8 per cent rise in the consumers' price index (CPI) in the March quarter.17 Apr 11:20 PM
RetailLittle guys lose as big boys come to townErrol Hotham is only 40, but has already spent half his life working for one of the Bay of Plenty's best-known retailers.10 Apr 05:30 PM
RetailWar amid the whitewareIt's a great time to be shopping for electronics. But not many retailers are celebrating. Karyn Scherer reports.10 Apr 05:30 PM
EconomyWhere everyone gets a Chinese bargainRetail buyers who stock the big chains say NZ production has almost disappeared.08 Apr 05:30 PM
RetailBallantynes jobs 'more secure' as reopening plannedThe jobs of almost 380 Ballantynes staff appear more secure following the news the Christchurch branch may be able to reopen later this year.07 Apr 11:41 PM
Small BusinessDrop the dial-up or face eftpos delays, NZ shops warnedBusinesses frustrated at the length of time taken to process new 'chip and pin' credit cards are being told to ditch slow dial-up connections.05 Apr 09:30 PM
Official Cash RateOIO approves Colorado owner to buy Tegel in $600m leveraged buyoutAffinity Equity Partners, the private equity firm that owned the now in-receivership retailer Colorado Group, has been given clearance to buy Tegel Foods.31 Mar 12:30 AM
