Australia & New Zealand Retail News Monitoring

BNPL Fintech Klarna Announces Relaunch of Laybuy in New Zealand

Klarna, the AI-powered payments and commerce network, announced the relaunch of Laybuy in New Zealand. The launch combines a Kiwi brand with the expertise of BNPL Fintech Klarna. With over 93 million active users and 675,000 retailers across 26 markets, …

Consumer and legal groups say New Zealand’s biometrics code still has deficiencies

New Zealand’s consumer and legal groups have highlighted concerns over the country’s upcoming draft biometrics code, including the removal of the consent safeguard and insufficient oversight. The Privacy Commissioner is currently conducting an open …

‘Liberation Day’: New Zealand and the world to learn Trump tariff fate

Kiwibank economists earlier this week said the global outlook is shrouded in uncertainty. “That’s not great for the Kiwi ‘small, open’ economy. “While we’ve managed to stay off the Trump tariff country hit list (for now), the ramifications of an escalated …

Why Dollarama is just the latest global entrant in Australia’s discount market

a in December last year.  These developments reflect the demand for budget-friendly options in the Australian retail market, which is also home to domestic competitors such as Kmart. “I think we’ve got some world-class retailers in that space, and they’ve …

Australia enforces mandatory food and grocery code for supermarkets

Australia’s major supermarkets and grocery wholesalers are subject to a compulsory Food and Grocery Code of Conduct from 1 April 2025. The Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC) has declared the enforcement of the revised code. Enacted under …

Datadog Unveils Plans for Data Centre in Australia

Local data centre to create sovereign data storage and processing capacity for Datadog’s customers and partners, helping meet local privacy and security requirements and preferences Datadog, Inc. (NASDAQ: DDOG), the monitoring and security platform for …

Five tips for retail marketers during a turbulent period

Despite a number of external challenges, business confidence in Australia remains strong, demonstrating the resilience of the retail sector. Retail sales increased 3.8% in January 2025 versus January 2024, outpacing inflation. Growth in retail is driven by …

South Australian wines pop up in Canada’s liquor stores

LCBO’s flagship store in Toronto, Ontario. Photo: Steven Neiman Photography A month-long retail and tasting campaign has kicked off in Canada thanks to a partnership with one of the largest retailers and wholesalers of alcoholic beverages in the world. …

Speech By Samantha Barrass, New Zealand Financial Markets Authority CEO, To The Financial Advice New Zealand Conference

Tēnā koutou, tēnā koutou, tēnā koutou katoa. I’m delighted to be here with you today. It’s also great to be back in Christchurch – it’s the city where I grew up, so it’s nice to be home. Can I thank the team at FANZ for all their work in putting this …

Life Lessons With Quokkas on Rottnest Island in Western Australia

Cute Quokka on Rottnest Island. Image by TuF from Getty Images via Canva The gentle chitchat and clink of glasses and cutlery from cheerful families and loved-up couples is abruptly and violently broken. Conversations pause mid-sentence, laughter snaps to …

New Zealand Financial Markets Authority Unveils Review Into Financial Advice Accessibility To Drive Better Outcomes For ...

The Financial Markets Authority (FMA) – Te Mana Tatai Hokohoko – Chief Executive Samantha Barrass today announced a review of the advice sector to help drive better outcomes for industry and consumers. At the Financial Advice New Zealand conference in …

Australian retail turnover rises 0.2% in February,...

Australian retail turnover rose by 0.2 per cent in February 2025, according to seasonally adjusted data released by the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS). This modest increase follows a 0.3 per cent rise in January 2025 and a 0.2 per cent fall in …

The commercial terms of Australian hotel management agreements are more owner-friendly than elsewhere in Asia Pacific

Ross Beardsell, Executive Vice President, Advisory & Asset Management, Australasia, JLL Hotels & Hospitality Group — Photo by JLL SYDNEY – Last year, JLL (NYSE: JLL) and Baker McKenzie published the Asia Pacific Hotel Management Agreements (HMAs) …

Chinese investment in Australia avoids ag; shifts from acquisitions to greenfield

THERE were no significant Chinese investment deals in the Australian food and agriculture sector in 2024, an annual report compiled by KPMG and the University of Sydney shows. This year’s KPMG Demystifying Chinese Investment in Australia report suggests …

Segway Navimow X3 Series Hits US Retail: Powerful Robotic Mowing for Large Properties, Starting Today

TÜV-certified efficiency, precisely automated lawn care, AI obstacle avoidance, and open API for immense possibility in homes and commercial settings. BOSTON, April 2, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Segway Navimow, a global leader in robotic lawn care …

Journey Beyond highlights luxury train travel through Australia

The lure of train travel during a vacation is strong for many Canadians, and they can now consider some new rail tour options in Australia. Those that want to maximize their train journey experience can choose from amongst three rail tour services that …

Does IKEA spell trouble for New Zealand furniture stores?

The clock is ticking for Sudhir Wadhwa. He owns Idiya, Aotearoa's largest parallel importer of IKEA products, and he has about 2000 bits of flat-packed Scandinavian goods worth $5 million at his facility in Pōkeno. "We probably won't be able …

Australian retail tech startup Flagship nets $3.75m seed funding

PM is ‘misguided’: Cost of business must be the ‘focus’ in hospitality and retail

Independent Food Distributors Australia's CEO Richard Forbes has commented on Prime Minister Anthony Albanese’s comments on price gouging, claiming that the Prime Minister is “misguided” and there needs to be a “focus on the cost of business.” Prime …

Celebrate National Açaí Bowl Day at Oola Bowls®

Oola Bowls is excited to celebrate National Açaí Bowl Day with a special Buy One, Get One Free this Sunday, April 6th, at all participating Oola locations. LANCASTER, PA, UNITED STATES, April 2, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Oola Bowls, a leading …

Registix Appoints Retail Industry Leader Grant Shriver as President to Accelerate Growth Strategy

Former CEO of TB12 Grant Shriver joins innovative reverse logistics solutions provider Registix as President. CORNELIUS, NC, UNITED STATES, April 2, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Registix, a leader in innovative reverse logistics solutions, today …

Big Guns Coffee Heads to Shark Tank Casting Call to Pitch Bold New Vision for U.S. Coffee Farming

10-Year-Old Founder and Her Veteran Dad Lead “American Dream 2.0” with Fair-Trade Coffee & Hydroponic Innovation TYRON, NC, UNITED STATES, April 2, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Big Guns Coffee, the trailblazing coffee company founded by Marine …

ALM Automotive Group Acquires 3 New Hyundai Dealerships, Strengthening Southeast Presence

PEACHTREE CORNERS, GA, UNITED STATES, April 2, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- ALM Automotive Group announced today the strategic acquisition of three Hyundai dealerships, significantly expanding its footprint in the Southeast and reinforcing its …

Kansas City's Historic Westport Entertainment District Names Kerrie Tyndall as Executive Director

Tyndall replaces Kim Kimbrough following his retirement KANSAS CITY, MO, UNITED STATES, April 2, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Westport Entertainment District announced that Kerrie Tyndall assumes the role of Executive Director, following Kim …

ASIAN BEAUTY MARKET LEADER NUTRIWORKS CONTINUES DIY SELF-CARE MARKET SUCCESS WITH AMAZON.COM REACH

BOCA RATON, FL, UNITED STATES, April 2, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- As consumers’ interest in self-care grows, the Do-it-Yourself beauty market is rising, with a study by *Euromonitor International reporting that 41% of global beauty consumers are …

Labour’s Tax Shake-Up Sparks Retail Reset – EPOS Direct Leads with AI and Transparent Payments

LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM, April 2, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- In response to the Labour government’s forward-looking economic reforms — including National Insurance changes and a renewed focus on sustainable growth under Chancellor Rachel Reeves — EPOS …

Run Out Groove Records Celebrates Record Store Day 2025 with Exclusive Releases and Special In-Store Signing

Exclusive vinyl, pop favorites, and a special in-store signing by Wall of Voodoo’s Chas T. Gray highlight Run Out Groove’s 2025 RSD celebration. BURBANK, CA, UNITED STATES, April 2, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Run Out Groove Records will once …

Pipe17 Launches on AWS Marketplace

Order Operations leader simplifies access to meet enterprises' evolving order management needs SEATTLE, WA, UNITED STATES, April 2, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Pipe17, a leading provider of AI-native Order Operations solutions to brands, …

Placements.io and Vistar Media Partner to Expand In-Store Retail Media Capabilities

Placements.io and Vistar Media announce a partnership that integrates Placements.io’s AdSalesOS platform with Vistar’s ad server. SEATTLE, WA, UNITED STATES, April 2, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Placements.io, the leading advertising operations …

THE FUTURE ROCKS ANNOUNCE NEW POP-UP LOCATION AT K11 MUSEA HONG KONG

HONG KONG, HONG KONG, April 2, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Hong Kong, 1st April 2025 – THE FUTURE ROCKS, a pioneering global online platform specializing in lab-grown jewelry products, is thrilled to announce the opening of its latest pop-up …

THE FUTURE ROCKS宣布全新香港K11 MUSEA期間限定店開幕

全球領先的培育珠寶線上平台THE FUTURE ROCKS欣然宣布全新期間限定店於2025年4月1日在K11 MUSEA開幕，為顧客提供結合設計、日常優雅與永續理念的沉浸式購物體驗。 HONG KONG, HONG KONG, April 2, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- 全球領先的培育珠寶線上平台THE FUTURE ROCKS欣然宣布全新期間限定店於2025年4月1日在K11 MUSEA開幕。這個新限定店將精選展示來自全球的永續珠寶與創新設計，為珠寶業界帶來新創意。 …

CRAZY NEON® Launches a New Product Line of Premium Metal Signs Collection

CRAZY NEON® signage manufacturer & supplier brings bold, durable metal designs to businesses and homeowners. HILLSBOROUGH , NJ, UNITED STATES, April 2, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- CRAZY NEON®, a major LED neon sign manufacturer & supplier …

Studies explore the benefits of human-animal relationships, inspiring innovations in pet care

Studies explore the benefits of human-animal relationships, inspiring innovations in pet care. LOS ANGELES, CA, UNITED STATES, April 2, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The pet care industry continues to evolve with advancements designed to improve …

Yellow Sub AI launches Pinpoynt.ai to transform the understanding of footfall and spending patterns

Software-only solution delivers physical and transactional footfall anywhere in the world LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM, April 2, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Retail Technology Show, London, 2 April 2025, Yellow Sub AI today released Pinpoynt.ai, its …

Duluth Holdings Inc. Announces Stephanie Pugliese as President and CEO

MOUNT HOREB, Wis., April 02, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Duluth Holdings Inc. (dba, Duluth Trading Company) (“Duluth Trading” or the “Company”) (NASDAQ: DLTH), a lifestyle brand of men’s and women’s workwear, casual wear, outdoor apparel, and accessories, …

The Tile Shop Expands Collaboration With HGTV’s Alison Victoria, Bringing “City Chic” Style Off the Screen and Into ...

MINNEAPOLIS, April 02, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Interior designer and HGTV star Alison Victoria has transformed countless spaces with her visionary eye and signature “city chic” style. Now, fans have even more ways to bring Victoria's designs off their …

BPX’s BIM Consulting Helps Construction Firms Improve Project Accuracy and Efficiency

Business Process Xperts (BPX) is a company that helps construction firms become more efficient by means of Building Information Modeling (BIM) consulting tools. PUNE, MAHARASHTRA, INDIA, April 2, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- These services are …

Stack Merchandising Launches Innovative Retail Services to Elevate Brands

TORONTO, April 02, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Stack Merchandising, an innovative force in the retail industry, is thrilled to announce the launch of its suite of services aimed at amplifying brand presence and driving success for retailers nationwide. A …

Fatboy présente sa collection de hamacs et de lits de jour pour une vie en plein air de qualité supérieure

MONTRÉAL, 02 avr. 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Cette saison, Fatboy invite les Canadiens à découvrir l'art de la détente avec sa collection haut de gamme de hamacs et de lits de jour, conçue pour transformer les espaces extérieurs en luxueux refuges de …