He leaves after less than 12 months with the ailing children's clothing chain.

The American retailing company has announced it will stop separating toys and bedding into girls' and boys' sections.

The electronics market has been characterised by vigorous competition and cheap imports driving down prices.

"I came out of school straight into this so I had to learn about design - self-taught design, and I'm a self-taught business person," she says.

The Government's move to extend GST to digital products is a common sense idea, says Alex Malley.

Wellington businesses, particularly listed companies, continue to struggle, writes Brian Gaynor.

Jean Jones is the third local clothing chain to hit the rocks since the start of the year and experts say apparel retailers face an uphill battle.

The owner of Jean Jones is in liquidation owing almost $1.8 million and only six of its 22 stores remain open.

Kirkcaldie & Stains' sought out an offer from Australian department store chain David Jones to buy the ailing 152-year old Wellington department store, after suffering seven consecutive years of unprofitability, says chairman Falcon Clouston.

In more news that will delight the local style set, New Zealand will get its own version of popular Australian department store David Jones, it was confirmed today.

Great news for the New Zealand fashion scene, popular Spanish chain store, Zara, will be hanging on our racks for the first time this weekend.

From 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.

Shanton Fashions has been sold to a mystery buyer who wants to remain confidential.

Having staff who share the same appearance as customers may deliver a competitive advantage to retailers.

In hindsight, it's kind of crazy that Apple pulled off its unique store strategy - but clearly, it did.

Disruption is the better, sexier, more efficient and exciting way of doing things that are taken for granted, says Vend chief executive Vaughan Rowsell.

A New Zealand women's clothing chain, which has 16 stores around the country, has been put into receivership.

The 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.

The economy has started to slow, with confidence declining as dairy prices remain lower for longer.

A new survey has busted some myths about our lingerie shopping habits.

A new duty-free operator at Auckland International Airport is promising a little less of the hard sell that annoyed travellers.

Ailing retailer Pumpkin Patch says it expects earnings next year to be "significantly below" this years - its shares have plunged 12.4pc.

He's the great salesman, but can Briscoe Group's Rod Duke sell his bid to buy Kathmandu? Holly Ryan reports.

From underwear to shoes, bags and designer clothing and at a fraction of the price? Here are some of the best bargains in Auckland.

Retailers 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.

Chief executive of Woolworths Australia announces he is stepping down, as are 1200 unwitting staff members.

Doughnut sales from quick service restaurants, like Krispy Kreme and Dunkin' Donuts, are up for the third straight year, as investors turn to sweet treats.

Doomsayers 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.