Ikea to pay $69m after furniture crushes toddler to death
The death also led to a recall of 21 million pieces of furniture.
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Bedbugs released in Walmart. Authorities hunt for answers.
This is likely one of the stranger examples of corporate vandalism.
Leading questions: Warehouse Group boss on his worst job
Warehouse Group chief wants to see more change in workplace structures
Kiwis left with $533m Christmas debt hangover
The Christmas splurge has left many Kiwis cash-strapped.
The big challenge ahead for Ikea
Ikea's boss is looking to connect the dots between sustainability and affordability.
Sold out: NZ company swamped with orders after Archie wears their hat
Company founder had "almost forgotten" about the hat until the phone started ringing.
Kiwi e-commerce retailer has Amazon-like 'bumper' December
Mighty Ape says sales in December are up more than 20 per cent year-on-year.
How the love of brands landed Cadbury exec a sweet-toothed career
Biscuits and lollies, next shelves Mondelez looks to dominate in New Zealand.
Bunnings' two store closures 'devastating' for employees
A Waikato mayor says the sudden closure is a devastating blow to the community.
The most likely shoplifters this silly season? Groups of women
Perfume, expensive beauty products and branded clothing are some of the most shoplifted.
Bunnings stores to close days after Christmas in 'cruel' blow for workers
'Four days' notice over Christmas is unacceptable,' says Kāpiti Coast councillor.
Last-minute Christmas shop sees malls around the country 'at capacity'
Last weekend before Christmas proven to be a busy one for mall operators.
'Nasty' find behind million-dollar supermarket deal
Rummage in a pantry led to a light-bulb moment that made this woman a millionaire.
So, maybe today's NOT the day to go to the mall
Data shows the quietest - and busiest - times to hit shopping malls.
Last-minute Xmas shoppers beware! 'Pandemonium' in NZ malls
This week is tipped to be busiest week of the year for malls and retailers.
Focus: Christmas spending surpasses $6.4b in last month
Focus: The silly season is in full swing with retailers taking in more than $6.4b in the last 30 days. Video / Dean Purcell / Chris Tarpey
Say cheese: Major retailer trialling safety cameras as part of staff uniform
Thieves cost retailers a lot of money.
The lie that Kiwis are telling themselves this Christmas
Data reveals Kiwis intentions but analyst say that will not necessarily ring true.
Editorial: Sleigh bells ring, are you listening - or too busy?
Editorial: You'd better not pout, we're telling you why.
Designer Wardrobe completes latest funding round, looks to expand business
Second-hand and rental marketplace ahead of pre-loved fashion curve.
Bank boss: How to fight back against Christmas consumerism
Co-operative Bank's David Cunningham says Christmas doesn't need to be a consumerist hell.
High-tech in the shopping aisles: 'Self-checkout' trolleys make debut
Self-checkout is set to become even easier.
Black Friday booms but what about retail's Cyber Monday?
The third flash sales day in four weeks but is it redundant with uptake online.
Victoria Young: Local retailers are fighting back against global giants
Trends show shoppers are choosing local options more often.
Black Friday dwarfs Boxing Day as Kiwis spend $250 million
Over the weekend, Kiwis spent $652 million.
Small Business: Summer sees sales take-off for Auckland print company
Glenn Jones talks being an artist in an increasingly digital world.
Black Friday warning: Which products go up in price
Double check prices for perfumes, and televisions, PriceSpy warns.
Black Friday guide: Where to find the best deals
Black Friday has "taken on a life of its own".
Why Amazon's online marketplace Shopbop has stopped shipping to NZ
Shopbop will no longer service New Zealand, and others could follow.
What NZX retailers expect from Christmas trading as Black Friday beckons
Some of the country's largest retailers hope good weather will keep shoppers spend-happy.
'Dark store': The Countdown where you won't find any customers
The closed store will be used as a warehouse to service online orders.