Receivers have been appointed to homeware retailer Nest but the stores are still trading.

New Zealand's services sector expanded last month, an early indication the economy may be returning to growth after stalling in the middle of the year.

Alcohol has become so affordable that it is cheaper than bottled water and approaching the price of milk, says a study made public today.

If the purpose of a corporate rebranding is to create buzz, then Gap certainly succeeded.

The cost of fruit and vegetables helped bump up food prices by 0.7 per cent during September, Statistics NZ said today.

Mobile phone company 2degrees' first retail store will open tomorrow in Auckland's Sylvia Park, with plans for other stores in the works.

Australian retail analyst Robert Buckingham is in New Zealand to share his insights on global fashion trends.

More than 30 people have complained to the Commerce Commission that businesses are using GST as an excuse to charge higher prices.

Prices on some household items have risen more than double the cost of yesterday's GST increase - despite many retailers choosing to take a hit.