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Zara NZ profit falls 31% as spending softens

Zara New Zealand's net profit dropped 31% to $2.99 million in the year to January 2026 as consumers cut back spending.

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Zara's New Zealand operations reported a significant decline in profitability for the financial year ending 31 January 2026. The fast-fashion retailer's net profit fell from $4.35 million to $2.99 million, a drop of 31.2 percent. The decline reflects a softer spending environment as shoppers tightened their budgets.

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Zara NZ profit falls 31% as shoppers tighten spending

The New Zealand arm of global fashion retailer Zara reported a 31% decline in total profit amid a soft spending environment. The fast-fashion retailer reported a net profit of $2.99 million for the financial year ending Jan 31, 2026, a…

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