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Tallying up the tills: Was Boxing Day a record-breaker?
Retail blitz before Christmas reported, but now eyes are on Boxing Day results.
Boxing Day launches early for some retailers
Retailers and shoppers gear up for biggest sales day of the year.
Big Boxing Day price hike warning
PriceSpy encourages consumers to do their research before shopping this Boxing Day.
'Dak'n Save': Kiwi customer finds cannabis growing in supermarket carpark garden
You usually buy your greens from inside the store. But one customer made a buzzy find.
Trolley wars: Supermarket called out after hundreds of trolleys fished out of stream
Westgate local Ethan Smith wants people to see the size of the problem.
Horrific traffic: Newmarket retail boss’ explanation for record Christmas spend-up
Retailers are too busy to be chuffed, says Mark Knoff-Thomas.
Countdown stores experiencing payment disruptions a week out from Christmas
Several stores in Auckland are experiencing problems.
How much could Christmas dinner cost?
It’s not good news if you’re a fan of the humble potato.
Summer tech essentials: the best new portable gadgets and electronics
These portable tech essentials offer peace of mind whenever wall outlets are out of range.
Costco in US to raise membership fees, no NZ changes planned
No rush, but membership fee increase in US inevitable, Costco finance chief says.
Six must read books: the best summer reads for 2022
We've rounded up a few of the 2022 new releases that fit the summer mood.
New app helps Kiwis compare supermarket prices
NZ company Sumfood launched FoodSpies to provide transparency on grocery costs.
Can't make it to Costco? This personal shopper will go for you
Aunty Jo will brave the queues to pick up some rotisserie chickens for you.
‘Full of sorrow’: PM says she has spoken with family of stabbed dairy worker
Following criticism, Ardern is in her electorate to meet grieving community members.
Consumer confidence takes a dive as cost of living bites
In news that will cheer the Reserve Bank, consumers feel more downbeat about spending.
Black Friday spending 'counterintuitive' as recession looms
Experts are advising consumers to spend wisely this Black Friday.
Focus: Black Friday is here, but are Kiwis actually hitting the shops?
New data reveals how many Kiwis are planning to shop and just how much they'll spend, plus how to avoid the 'fake sales' appearing across NZ. Video / NZ Herald
Black Friday sales expected to blitz Boxing Day again
Plus: Consumer NZ's top 10 tips to make sure you're getting a good deal.
Christchurch to mark 75 years since Ballantynes shop fire, where 41 died
There will be a public memorial service in the city's Transitional Cathedral on Friday.
Christmas shortages: The toys and gadgets you might not see under the tree
Be flexible and prepared for festivities as staff shortages and supply chain issues bite.
Strandbags fined $780k by court for misleading customers
The Australian handbag and luggage retailer advertised non-existent discounts.
Grocery shoppers boosted The Warehouse sales to record in Q1
Grocery sales were up 76.2 per cent for the quarter.
Focus: Singles Day kicks off sale season
One of the biggest sales days globally is being celebrated this Friday. Video / Molly Floyd
Sleigh it ain't so: Santa poised for NZ malls six weeks before Xmas
It will be the first time Santa photos will be restriction-free since 2019.
The absurd 'attraction' US tourists love in New Zealand
Why American visitors are oddly fascinated by this mundane destination.
How music controls everything from taste to our spending habits
A new exhibition looks at music's mysterious power.
US economy returned to growth last quarter, expanding 2.6%
Overall, though, economic outlook has darkened and economists say recession is likely.
Household inflation: New stats reveal who's getting hit hardest
An especially costly three months for the elderly: Stats shed light on inflation impacts.
Where Kiwis are putting their money this spring - and what items are creeping up in price
PriceSpy data shows recent price hikes in a number of retail categories.
Costco: 'Hundreds, maybe even a thousand' in weekend queue
One Costco shopper thought up to 1000 people might be in the line at new store today.
Costco price comparison: Will the big savings match the weekend queues?
'It will be hectic' - those after a leisurely shop at Costco best delay their first visit.
Supermarket without price tags: Families invited to take what they need
A social supermarket has opened in Whangārei as the cost of food reaches record highs.