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NZ retail spending up again

New Zealand's retail spending on electronic bank cards climbed 0.8 percent in February, as consumers appear to be becoming more confident.

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New Zealanders increased plastic card spending at a faster rate in January than in December, but Paymark says it's still tough for some retailers

Card spending growth accelerates

New Zealanders increased plastic card spending at a faster rate in January than in December, but Paymark says it's still tough for some retailers.

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Shoppers spend wisely in December

The total spend for December crept up a seasonally adjusted 0.5 percent from November on the Paymark network.

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Retail spending on electronic cards rises

New Zealand retail spending on electronic cards rose as expected last month, led by fuel, motor vehicle related spending and durables.

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New Zealanders' credit and debit card spending increased for a third consecutive month in June (file)

NZ credit, debit spending rises

New Zealanders' credit and debit card spending increased for a third consecutive month in June, led by an increase in hospitality and consumable purchases.

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New Zealanders spent less on their credit and debit cards last month (file)

NZ credit, debit card spending falls

New Zealanders spent less on their credit and debit cards last month.

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New Zealand credit card spending rose in February, adding to signs that kiwis may be becoming less gloomy (file)

NZ credit card spending rises in February

New Zealand credit card spending rose in February, adding to signs that kiwis may be becoming less gloomy.

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Americans spent 0.6 percent more in September, three times the increase from the previous month

Americans spending more with income almost flat

Americans are making a little more money and spending a lot more.

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The top spenders were Food Safety Authority CEO Andrew McKenzie and Solicitor General David Collins (file pic)

Public servants told to tone down spending video

Senior public servants have been told to cut back on their hospitality and entertainment expenses.

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