Online retailer, The Meat Box has been learning and adapting through lockdowns. Embracing change is delivering strong results for them and offering good lessons for all online retailers.
Every year, the final quarter (Q4) – from Labour Weekend through to year end – is the most important trading period for most retailers. Kiwi shopper habits have continued to evolve with the economic conditions of recent years, and Peak 2025 was no exception.
Online retail grows as cautious confidence returns
The first half of 2026 is showing us the early signs of a retail recovery. Online spending in the first half of 2026 was up 12% compared to the same period in 2025.