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Retail job cuts 'consequence' of customer habits - experts

'These trends come at a social cost to employees, who are often quite vulnerable.'

The Warehouse to close stores for a big announcement

Last month The Warehouse announced six stores were closing and head office job cuts.

Pandemic passion: Lockdown sends engagement ring sales through the roof

Independent jewellers say engagement rings are incredibly popular right now.

iPhone screen inspires look of new 99-room hotel

Multimillionaire forges links between Northland and new Auckland CBD hotel.

State watchdog bleeds $950k legal fees, costs v Bunnings

External legal services made up the lion's share of state money forked out.

'Third World': QC's scathing letter to Mayor Goff about Queen St

Mayor Goff has been served a legal letter over the pedestrian barriers angering retailers.

Michael Hill closes more stores as online sales rise

CEO says its plans to reduce its store footprint further.

Michael Hill's fourth quarter sales down 4%, online sales hit new highs

NZX-listed retailer says its digital performance during lockdown was pleasing.

Helicopter money: Should NZ follow Britain?

'Free money' to stimulate economy could help in challenging months ahead, analysts say.

Retail collapse: Iconic Aussie bikini brand with 44 stores in administration

Another Aussie retail brand has fallen on its sword.

BurgerFuel profit falls 60 per cent, what does the future hold?

Advisers KPMG continue to review options for the fast food chain.

Covid-19: Auckland CBD losing $850,000 a day

Auckland CBD is quiet - it's not just because many work from home and borders are shut.

The retail category defying consumer confidence predictions

Lack of international travel has people reprioritising their spending.

Kiwi retail firm plans to open 20 stores in Australia

The expansion come on the back of changes to regulations.

ASX-listed Aussie footwear giant's aggressive NZ expansion plans

Footwear retailer set to open three new stores and more this year.

Guerrilla leasing on 'ghost shop': Business acts against landlord

"They are bullshit and I'm sick of these people" - rep of Hong Kong-based owners says.

Business icon slams Kmart for making products in China

Dick Smith has long been outspoken about the importance of local production.

Questions raised over Alibaba-owned AliExpress treatment of local GST

Shopper claims GST he paid is going to the Australian Taxation Office.