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Supermarket break-up would barely dent grocery prices, advice says
Coriolis' US baseline put New Zealand grocery costs 20-30% higher, net of taxes.
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'Drop in the bucket': Pak’nSave supermarkets fined $580k for price breaches, fake specials
The two supermarkets admitted 18 charges over misleading pricing.
'Getting on with life': Mitre 10 sees shopper optimism in improved result
The DIY retailer made a net loss of $11.1m, an improvement on its $27m loss.
Another supermarket chain might not fix our problems, NZIER says
There is more at play than lack of competition, research group says.
Farmers retail workers strike for better pay
More than 200 unionised staff at Farmers stores nationwide took strike action last week.
'Stuck in quicksand' - why some small businesses are riding out the squeeze and others are sinking
Small-business advice has shifted from growth to financial caution.
What will Prada store's closure mean for Queen St?
Apparel spending was down more than 5% in September, Stats NZ data shows.
Kitchen Things directors face demands over potential duty breaches
The liquidators have lodged a report about the matter with the Registrar of Companies.
Michael Hill sales grow but share price fails to keep pace
Shareholders raised concerns over its 43c share price despite better results.
Farro opens eighth Auckland store, creating 30 new jobs
The 1000sq m store has 65 dedicated car parks and an in-house fishmonger.
Goodstuff, 2Cheap owner placed in liquidation owing $5.17m
Corsa International's seven stores in Auckland and Christchurch have all closed.
How a trip to Italy turned a bucket-list dream into a gelato business
Hannah Engelsman talks to Tom Raynel about her growing gelato business Little Lato.
Ruby returns to Auckland CBD nine months after closing High St store
Ruby’s first store shut in January after 24 years amid staff safety concerns.
'Disappointing': Fuel price surge delivers another blow to retail sector
Hospitality spending fell 2.3%, while fuel spending rose 2.9%, Stats NZ figures show.
Tasman Liquor profit rises 11.6% as it lays off 100 workers
The company plans to exit wholesale by December 2026.
Retailers gearing up for Christmas, but will consumers be ready?
New Zealand is off to a slower start to the usual end-of-year surge.
Small Business: The silicone scar care company taking on wrinkles
Lara Hofer talks to Tom Raynel about her small beauty patch business My Wrinkles.
Paddock to Pantry plans 20-plus stores to become NZ's third-largest grocer
It wants a government-backed fund to offer low-interest loans to grocers.
Woolworths NZ reports $32 million profit amid grocery reform debate
Woolworths NZ posted a $32m after-tax profit, reversing a $32.3m loss.
'Heartbreaking': Kiwi company fears six-figure shopping network payment won't come
The TV Shopping Network is holding a closing-down sale after failing to find a buyer.
EatClub launches in NZ to fill empty restaurant tables with diners
Restaurants control live offers on tables that might otherwise sit empty.
The Auckland investor who bought 60 apartments in one deal
Stonemont bought units in a waterfront block this year and has dozens of ex-Du Val units.
New Balance plots NZ retail expansion with opening of flagship retail store
The sportswear brand plans three more stores, including in Auckland and Christchurch.
Small Business: Why Mister Loyal wants to be top dog in pet food storage
Meiken Bassant talks to Tom Raynel about her small business Mister Loyal.