Retail
Alibaba deal aims to bring more Chinese tourism to South Island
Christchurch Airport is partnering with the world's largest retail commerce company to connect small and regional New Zealand businesses with Chinese visitors.
Hallenstein Glassons' half-year profit up by a third
Stronger results from Hallenstein Glasson's women's clothing stores have offset softer sales at its men's chains, with the retailer's half-year profit up by a third.
Pumpkin Patch to become online store
An Australian online retailer has bought the failed child clothing brand, with plans to launch a new collection.
Queuing for kicks
Would you sign a contract to join a queue for nearly 2 days to buy a pair of shoes costing nearly $400? We explore the world of the hardcore sneaker head, a place where a passion for cool kicks is a… Audio, Gallery
Wanaka retailers celebrate Easter Sunday trading victory
Wanaka retailers are celebrating the news that they can finally open for business on Easter Sunday after years of having to shut their doors - unlike shops in neighbouring Queentown. Video, Audio
Profit down $47.5 million at The Warehouse
The Warehouse has seen its first-half net profit fall sharply from $61.1 million to $13.6m in the six months ending January.
Voting with the wallet
Kathryn Ryan meets Shannon Coulter is the co-founder of Grab Your Wallet, which encourages shoppers to stay away from retailers selling Trump goods, as well as avoid Trump properties such as golf… Audio
130 jobs to go at The Warehouse
The Warehouse, the country's biggest retailer, plans to axe about 130 jobs in a bid to trim costs to shore up its profits.
Electronic card spending rises in January
Spending using electronic cards has gained momentum, reflecting the strength of the New Zealand economy.
Major renovations for the big red sheds
A major restructure of The Warehouse Group will see the chief executive roles for the Red Sheds and Warehouse Stationery merged.
Boxing Day spending hits new high
Consumer spending on Boxing Day hit a record high this year.
Boxing Day shoppers swamp carparks, mobile signal
New Zealand's biggest mall was so overrun with Boxing Day shoppers that the cellphone signal in the area became overwhelmed.
Christmas equals shoplifting
Security consultant Steve Davis discusses retail security. Audio
Keeping NZ's heartland high streets healthy
Insight's presenter, Philippa Tolley heads to the shops to find out why bricks and mortar stores are doing so well, despite bleak predictions of an online shopping takeover. Audio
Shanton Fashions back in receivership
Women's clothing retailer Shanton Fashions is in receivership again - just 16 months after a new buyer took possession of the troubled chain.
Sexual harassment in retail
Female shop workers have spoken out about the level of sexual harassment they are exposed to. We talk to Jill Ovens of the E Tu union in New Zealand. Audio
Kaikōura businesses robbed of their golden summer
Restaurateurs and hoteliers in Kaikoura are trying to stay positive but say the quakes have robbed them of a long-awaited golden summer. Audio
First shops closed, jobs axed at Pumpkin Patch
The receivers of the troubled children's clothing retailer Pumpkin Patch will shut seven stores in the next week.
Pumpkin Patch goes into receivership
Troubled children's clothing retailer Pumpkin Patch has gone into receivership, with some stores likely to close within weeks.
David Jones buy-out could save Pumpkin Patch - analyst
Finding a buyer for Pumpkin Patch would be the best option to save the troubled company, a retail analyst says.
