Breaking up major supermarket entities could increase competition and lower prices
Wednesday 19 March 2025 · 2 outlets · 2 reports · updated In this story Nicola Willis, Woolworths New Zealand, Foodstuffs, New Zealand Government, Foodstuffs South Island
Experts suggest the government could reintroduce competition in New Zealand's concentrated supermarket sector by breaking up major entities. This approach is proposed as a faster alternative to waiting for international brands to enter the market, following comments from Finance Minister Nicola Willis.
