Looking back and forward with Trade Me

As New Zealand’s largest online marketplace, Trade Me has a big influence on the trends that shape online shopping in New Zealand. They are also impacted by those external impacts – like a global pandemic – that impact all retailers.

David Swift, Trade Me’s Global Sales Manager, tells us how the events of 2020 impacted them and he looks ahead at what 2021 could bring.

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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.

Online shopping insights to drive growth in uncertain times

In this webinar, NZ Post's Chris Wong and PHD's Ed Sherban explore the latest online shopping trends and discuss the practical decisions businesses are making to drive growth in uncertain times. Watch the recording to hear expert perspectives, real-world examples and actionable ideas you can apply to your business today.