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'Non-compliant': Kiwi supplement giant pulls products, apologises to customers
NZ Muscle has pulled the affected supplements from its shops and website.
Z Energy boss on why NZ dodged fuel shortages — and why pump prices may stay high for a while
There will be an increased premium on energy security, Z Energy CEO Lindis Jones says.
'Ageing': $1.1b Cook Strait cable upgrade approved to extend life, increase capacity
The upgrade will replace three ageing Cook Strait power cables and add a fourth.
ComCom puts fuel retailers on notice, expects lower costs to be passed on to customers
The Commerce Commission said it has made its expectations clear to fuel companies.
'A falsehood was created': CityFitness fined $1.12m for misleading customers over ‘transaction fee’
The fee was charged to more than 125,000 members of the gym.
Home owners want builder barred after losing thousands on unfinished jobs
Police say complaints are a civil matter while the Commerce Commission reviews a report.
ComCom moves to cap Mastercard and Visa fees, saving businesses $40m a year
Consultation of the draft decision closes midday on July 13.
Commerce Commission files charges against BP over incorrect pricing
The Commerce Commission opened its BP investigation in April 2025.
'Competition pressure not increasing': Watchdog warns supermarkets still too strong
The report warns food price pressures could worsen in 2026 amid global tension.
Wellington residents facing lower water bills after Tiaki Wai backs down
Bills are forecast to reach an average of $6206 a year by 2036.
Inside New Zealand's Innovation Challenge | Herald NOW Business
The Commerce Commission's Anne Callinan discusses how innovation and disruption are reshaping competition in New Zealand Video| Herald NOW Business
'Huge focus on recruiting': Firm under 'pyramid scheme' probe branded scam by own member
The Commerce Commission is investigating SFCVIBE Rating as a pyramid scheme.
Grocery watchdog pushes for tough penalties over Pak’nSave price breaches, fake specials
The two supermarkets admit 18 charges over misleading pricing.
Low-cost fuel chain merger approved by Commerce Commission after review
The regulator found the deal is unlikely to meaningfully reduce competition.
Shane Jones doubles down after criticism over $50k fine for leaking fishing footage
'I would actually like the fine to be higher,' the Minister for Oceans and Fisheries said.
Why this region pays more for power – and why many don't get a rebate
'TECT cheques' of $500 go out to thousands a year, but there's a downside for competition.
'Frustrating': Proposed rafting merger in jeopardy
The Commerce Commission remains unconvinced the Rotorua deal won't lessen competition.
Business owner Mira Singh found to have failed to comply with court-enforceable undertakings
Singh, his company and his wife were fined in 2020 for breaching the Fair Trading Act.
CityFitness rejects claims it duped 187,000 members in ‘cynical marketing ploy’
Regulator said advertised price of gym membership deal was 'never obtainable'.
Green light for $47m rebuild to raise key Hawke’s Bay power hub out of way of floods
'We made a commitment to the people of Hawke’s Bay and Tairāwhiti.'
Parents take Kmart to Disputes Tribunal over play sand containing asbestos
They argue Kmart’s recall downplayed health risks from tremolite asbestos.
Inside Four Square: Meet the supermarket owners facing the grocery backlash
The long road to owning a supermarket: Why these grocers went all in.
Beer keg merger blocked by regulator, but there’s a twist
Merger fizzes out, watchdog says no - but we may end up with just one keg company anyway.
Anzac Day trading rules: What can open, when and why it might cost more
Most businesses cannot open until 1pm on Anzac Day.
NZ First to campaign on breaking up supermarket duopoly
A three-point plan to shake up the supermarket sector and deliver lower prices for Kiwis.
Firm under ‘pyramid-scheme’ probe holds recruitment drive
The Commerce Commission is probing SFCVIBE Rating as a pyramid-style scheme.
How to stay connected if Cyclone Vaianu knocks out mobile networks
Lessons have been learned since the huge destruction caused by Gabrielle.
The council telco business that could sell for $1b
The sale could fund expansion of Lyttleton Port.
Easter surcharges: Consumer NZ says Sunday diners should not be misled
Easter Sunday isn't a statutory holiday – such surcharges are unjustified, watchdog says.