InflationFood prices jump 3.5% in MarchGrocery prices increased 0.9%, with chocolate and yoghurt leading the rise.14 Apr 11:42 PM
RetailCard spending falls by 0.8% in March, Stats NZ data revealSpending on durables, fuel and hospitality were all down.13 Apr 11:52 PM
PremiumPremiumPolitics‘Not making the connection’: Kiwis grim over cost of living despite economic upturnPessimistic outlook despite steady inflation and falling interest rates. 13 Apr 05:00 PM
RetailCostco partners with DoorDash for home delivery, no membership neededBoth existing Costco members and non-members will be able to order via DoorDash.13 Apr 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumRetail'Absolutely immiserating': Thousands of Woolworths workers could see pay cut under restructure, union claimsThe company says the changes will improve its customers' shopping experience.10 Apr 04:04 AM
New ZealandThe Temu effect: The sharp rise in spending on cheap foreign shopping sitesWebsites like Temu appear to have been more than a passing fad.06 Apr 11:39 PM
New ZealandWoolworths supermarkets around NZ affected by electronic pricing glitchShoppers were confronted by notices on doors saying stores were closed.06 Apr 08:47 PM
PremiumPremiumRetailThe Body Shop NZ owes $12 million, mall landlords among creditors$147k was owed to employees, but all were paid during administration.03 Apr 04:59 AM
PremiumPremiumRetailFailed buy-now-pay-later operator Laybuy relaunches under new ownerLaybuy went into receivership last year.01 Apr 04:30 PM
New ZealandMasked group targets Michael Hill Jewellers in Mānawa Bay mall.They were filmed carrying out a brazen smash-and-grab on the jewellery store. Video / SuppliedWatch23 Mar 04:00 PM
BusinessIngka Group CSO Karen Pflug talks sustainability ahead of Ikea's NZ launchtion: Ingka Group chief sustainability officer Karen Pflug talks to Tom Raynel about sustainability initiatives ahead of Ikea's New Zealand launch. Video / Carson BluckWatch21 Mar 04:31 AM
PremiumPremiumRetailWarehouse interim chief seeks more time as profits return to $11.8mThe Warehouse returned to profit with $11.8m, but revenue dropped to $1.6b.21 Mar 02:17 AM
RetailWarehouse swings to first-half profit, but revenue fallsThe Warehouse has announced its half-year results for the six months ended January 26.20 Mar 07:50 PM
LifestyleDiscounts up to 70%: The mega sale looking to rival Black FridayMore shoppers are looking to save, and retailers have up to 70% off, but is it a win-win? 19 Mar 11:38 PM
PremiumPremiumRetail‘More challenging than we feared’: What’s in store for The Warehouse’s half-year resultAnalysts warn of tough year ahead and risk of no dividends.19 Mar 04:00 PM
New ZealandAuckland suburb of 15,000 people to have no supermarket for yearLoss of shop comes as the suburb intensifies, nearest other store over 2.6km away. 18 Mar 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumRetailBriscoes boss Rod Duke wants Government to ‘get their a** into gear’Rod Duke hails achievement in a tough environment.12 Mar 12:49 AM
RetailRetail spending has modest rise in February amid recoveryElectronic card data for the month of February shows Kiwis spent more in retail.11 Mar 10:10 PM
PremiumPremiumCompaniesWhat the PM knew about the new Commerce Minister’s link to the grocery sectorLuxon assures the conflict has been managed well. 07 Mar 04:00 PM
New ZealandPak’nSave following law by demanding personal details for $1000-plus shopping bills - IRDThe little-known rule has caught multiple people out.04 Mar 08:11 PM
New Zealand‘Like I’m guilty’: Supermarket sorry for questioning shopper’s $1k grocery billShe paid her large grocery bill and then was stopped, with staff wanting personal details.03 Mar 08:56 PM
PremiumPremiumRetailThe Warehouse warns of 'significant uncertainty' in second half financial resultThe retailer's sales dropped 1.6% to $1.607 billion in the first half of 2025.03 Mar 02:44 AM
PremiumPremiumRetailOnline supermarket Paddock to Pantry expands to new locationCustomers can choose to have their groceries delivered by NZ Post or by Urgent Couriers.28 Feb 03:30 AM
PremiumPremiumRetailKmart and Bunnings' parent company posts profit growthWesfarmers leadership say they are confident the New Zealand segment will perform.20 Feb 02:24 AM
Entertainment‘$220 for a jumper is crazy’: Billie Eilish tour merch costs stun fans'She can’t be serious.' 18 Feb 09:24 PM
PremiumPremiumBusinessRetail shake-up: Appliance delivery and removal brand moves into NZThe company believes the NZ appliance retail market is ripe for upheaval.16 Feb 06:12 PM
New ZealandShoppers at NorthWest Shopping Centre evacuatedShoppers at NorthWest Shopping Centre were evacuated to the carpark following an alarm. Video / NZ HeraldWatch16 Feb 12:19 AM
LifestyleWoolworths NZ’s newest collectible craze amid Minecraft maniaThe latest supermarket collectible has hit stores around the country.14 Feb 12:38 AM
PremiumPremiumRetailRetail spending off to slow start in 2025Spending in the retail industries over January fell by 1.6%.12 Feb 10:06 PM
Entertainment‘Do better’: US star faces backlash for lashing out at Amazon delivery driver'Yeah blame an underpaid Amazon worker who is already overworked and stressing.'12 Feb 08:42 PM
PremiumPremiumRetailKiwi summer spending lifts as cultural habits changeThe data from Kiwibank shows Kiwis spent more on experiences than retail products.11 Feb 04:00 PM
New Zealand‘We love CHB’: Small-town campaign aims to draw shoppers back to main streetOn Ruataniwha St, 80% of shops are taking part in the event.04 Feb 10:40 PM
PremiumPremiumRetailCostco New Zealand boosts revenue to $361 millionAfter reporting a loss of over $20m last year, Costco has almost fully bounced back.04 Feb 02:03 AM
RetailBriscoe Group warns of challenging 2025 as it reports flat resultBriscoes has revealed an uptick in the fourth quarter of 2024 but warning signs are ahead.03 Feb 10:49 PM