New Wesfarmers boss to earn millions less than predecessor
Conglomerate Wesfarmers will pay its new chief executive up to $4 million less than his predecessor, acknowledging "downward pressure" on CEO pay levels in the broader market.
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Madeleine Heffernan
Madeleine Heffernan covers the retail and consumer goods sectors.
Amazon 'hype' over the top
Online retailer Amazon will be lucky to get 5 per cent market share in Australia over eight years, investor says.
Domino's to take full control of Japan pizza business
Domino's plans to almost double the number of its stores in Japan by 2022.
Australians targeted by Amazon spam scam
The world's biggest online retailer joins well-known retailers Coles, Woolworths, ALDI, IGA, Bunnings and Myer in having its reputation misused by scammers.
Zara commits to Australia as sales jump
Three new stores help the Spanish fast-fashion chain generate $256 million in Australian revenue.
Lidl hedges bets for 'concentrated' Oz market
One of the world's biggest retailers continues to register trademarks in Australia, despite insisting it has no plans to set up here.
The fizzy drink that has soft drink giants scrambling
The fizzy fermented drink loved by sugar-free devotees is on the radar of soft drink giants Coca-Cola Amatil and PepsiCo.
We are visiting shopping centres less and less
The number of shoppers at shopping centres, high street and discount shopping centres has fallen 4.4 per cent this year, compared with 2016, according to figures tracking people entering and exiting stores.
Harvey Norman hits back at sour sentiment
Harvey Norman has sought to improve investor confidence by releasing figures showing sales have grown despite signs of subdued spending and moderating house price growth.
Big W's big advertising slowdown
Troubled discount department store urged to look to Zara and Ikea for inspiration on how to generate excitement about its products.
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