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Retailer Confidence Sky-High Despite Challenging Economy
Tuesday, 3 November 2026, 10:39 am | Retail NZ
"We're seeing strong confidence levels among retailers despite the continued pressures from high fuel prices, inflation and unemployment, a weak Kiwi dollar, muted consumer spending, and rising business costs," Retail NZ Chief Executive says. More >>
Whiplash For Retailers As Dollar Falls At OCR Hold
Thursday, 29 October 2026, 10:01 am | Retail NZ
Carolyn Young, who heads the peak body representing retailers in Aotearoa, says unfortunately, many New Zealand retail businesses rely on goods imported from overseas. More >>
Retail NZ To Monitor Move-On Orders Closely
Sunday, 25 October 2026, 2:28 pm | Retail NZ
Retail NZ will be keeping in close communication with retailers, Police and support services to understand whether move-on orders are successfully reducing harmful behaviour, or simply relocating it. More >>
Some Disappointment At Commerce Commission Card Cap
Thursday, 22 October 2026, 1:49 pm | Retail NZ
The final decision paper from the Commerce Commission today has settled on a higher 0.7% cap on in-person domestic commercial credit cards. More >>
Retail Entering Key Last Quarter Under Real Pressure
Friday, 16 October 2026, 11:59 am | Retail NZ
Retail NZ Chief Executive Carolyn Young says shoppers are just focused on buying the essentials and aren't spending elsewhere. More >>
Retailers Are Ready To Hire For The Festive Season
Monday, 12 October 2026, 8:40 am | Retail NZ
“Many retailers will need additional staff over Christmas so now is the time for both businesses and potential employees to get ready,” says Carolyn Young, Chief Executive of Retail NZ. More >>
Retail Spending Stalls Before Crucial Last Quarter
Tuesday, 6 October 2026, 9:52 am | Retail NZ
The latest data shows core retail transactions through Paymark's payments network during September were down 1.3% compared with September 2025, following adjustments for merchants coming and going from the network. More >>
Importance Of Easy Access To Cash Clear In Reserve Bank Findings
Thursday, 1 October 2026, 2:54 pm | Retail NZ
Retail NZ, the peak body representing Kiwi retailers, was one of 23 organisations that made a submission, after first surveying our own members. More >>
Jingle Bells, Jingle Bells, Christmas Is On The Way!
Friday, 25 September 2026, 7:06 am | Retail NZ
Retailers will need to start looking at hiring seasonal staff, getting in stock, preparing for sales and providing refreshers for staff on how to cope with the extra busyness on the shop floor. More >>
New Citizen's Arrest Guidelines From NZSA Outlines Complexities
Wednesday, 23 September 2026, 3:13 pm | Retail NZ
The NZSA has today launched new security industry guidelines and supporting training, to help security staff use new citizen's arrest powers lawfully, safely and responsibly. More >>
Retailers Hopeful CRL Will Bring Much Needed Boost
Monday, 21 September 2026, 12:39 pm | Retail NZ
Retail NZ supports investment in major infrastructure believing it is critical to support the New Zealand economy, create new jobs and make it easier to move around our cities. More >>
Retail NZ To Keep Close Eye On Move-On Orders Implementation
Friday, 18 September 2026, 12:27 pm | Retail NZ
"We are heartened that anyone under 18 will not be covered in this legislation, that any begging must be considered unreasonable to be included, and that anyone moved-on can return to the area for essential reasons," says Retail NZ CE, Carolyn Young. More >>
Turbulence In Retail Continues
Tuesday, 15 September 2026, 11:23 am | Retail NZ
"Retailers will be hoping a spring uptick and increasing tourist numbers can sustain the sector until the holiday season sales get underway in a couple of months' time," says Retail NZ Chief Executive, Carolyn Young. More >>
Retail NZ Calls On Bold Action From Next Government
Thursday, 10 September 2026, 4:45 pm | Retail NZ
Retail NZ will also be preparing briefings to incoming Ministers (BIMs) following the election, to ensure we can continue to advocate on behalf of retailers. More >>
Product Labelling Changes To Benefit Both Retailers And Consumers
Monday, 7 September 2026, 1:33 pm | Retail NZ
While digital labels do not replace the need for physical labels, this new standard will make it clear what information can be conveyed on a digital label, freeing up space on product packaging for the most important product details. More >>
OCR Rise A Knock To Vulnerable Retail Sector
Wednesday, 2 September 2026, 3:48 pm | Retail NZ
With margins already tight, Retail NZ is concerned that the additional pressure from rates rises will jeopardise the fragile recovery for a retail sector already under pressure. More >>
Retail Trade Survey – The Tale Of Two Halves
Wednesday, 26 August 2026, 2:54 pm | Retail NZ
With annual inflation hovering above 4%, categories growing in low single digits are effectively seeing sales contract in real terms. More >>
Stars Align For Retailers In July With Boost In Spending
Monday, 17 August 2026, 11:54 am | Retail NZ
“Falling fuel prices meant households had a little bit extra in their pockets, and we can see that Kiwis took that opportunity to treat themselves,” says Retail NZ’s Advocacy, Advice & Communications Manager, Denise Garland. More >>
Alarm Bells Ring As Citizen’s Arrest Laws Pass
Thursday, 6 August 2026, 4:18 pm | Retail NZ
Retailers are deeply concerned about this new legislation, which will put their staff and customers at greater risk of harm, Retail NZ Chief Executive, Carolyn Young, says. More >>
Retail Wage Growth Eases As Sector Navigates Economic Slowdown
Tuesday, 4 August 2026, 7:06 am | Retail NZ
The modest lift in the average wage this year is a noticeable slowdown from the 3.4% increase recorded in the 2025 guide, signalling that wage growth across the sector is beginning to ease due to the ongoing economic headwinds facing retail. More >>
