First quarter sales volumes rose at the slowest pace for three quarters.

Sales are dropping at Macy's stores nationwide, which likely means rough times ahead for other retailers.

The country's largest listed retailer says it is on track to meet its forecast annual profit.

Spending on credit and debit cards rose in April, driven by an increase for accommodation, hotels, restaurants and takeaway food.

The executive director of the new website said New Zealanders can expect an improved range of products.

Dick Smith site relaunched with a sale to celebrate, but deals are limited on New Zealand site.

You know Dick Smith is desperate to get rid of absolutely everything when it describes a cardboard cutout of Redfoo as a "priceless collector's item".

Where have all the souvenir and convenience stores gone? Big stores are pushing them out of Queen Street.

Postie Plus' more than 100-year history has not all been smooth sailing. But new owners Pepkor are asking customers to give the brand a second chance.

One of New Zealand's best known retail chains is marching ever closer to oblivion, with all of Dick Smith's local outlets set to be closed by April 29.

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Di Humphries has a tough task ahead as she retakes the helm at Glassons, but the company has made a smart move in bringing her back into the fray.

A customer has complained on social media after a sofa he bought online was not in stock.

Retail spending on credit and debit cards rose in March, led by increased spending at bars and restaurants.

The price of the vanilla bean has more than tripled in the past year as output slips and quality suffers.

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Customers at North Island stores of New Zealand's biggest supermarket chain will be able to order online from later this year.

A range of new food products are hitting the supermarket shelves and a food chain boss says much more is to come.

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Not every milestone is worth celebrating.

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Bunnings has had a "change of heart'' and will put defibrillators in five of its stores, including Dunedin's.

Easter trading legislation in New Zealand has been out of sync since July 1990, says Wanaka Chamber spokesman Alistair King.

Clothing retailer warned that a warm autumn is having an impact on sales in both Australia and New Zealand.

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