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New Zealand Retail Activity Rises in March 2026 Quarter
New Zealand's retail sales volume increased by 0.9% in the March 2026 quarter, driven by supermarkets, hardware, accommodation, and pharmaceuticals. Ten of 15 industries reported growth, mirroring the previous quarter's pace.
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Stats NZ Reports on Middle East Conflict's Economic Impact on New Zealand
Stats NZ released an update on May 18, 2026, detailing the economic impacts of the Middle East conflict on New Zealand. The report highlights how changes in fuel prices and supply chains will affect households and businesses.
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New Zealand's Population Reaches 5.36 Million by March 2026
Stats NZ reports New Zealand's population hit 5,361,300 by March 31, 2026. Provisional estimates show 2.7 million females and 2.66 million males, with median ages of 39.2 and 37.7 years respectively, detailing the nation's demographic profile.
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Fuel Prices Continue Ascent in April 2026, Stats NZ Reports
Petrol and diesel prices surged in April 2026, with petrol up 12.6% and diesel up 36.6% from March. Stats NZ reported significant two-month and annual increases, impacting consumers across New Zealand.
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New Zealand Sees Significant Boost in March Visitor Arrivals
New Zealand recorded 358,900 visitor arrivals in March 2026, a 15% increase from the previous year and the highest March total since 2019. Growth was driven by visitors from Australia, the US, China, and the UK.
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New Zealand's Net Migration Gain Rises to 24,200 in March 2026
New Zealand experienced a significant increase in net migration, reaching 24,200 in the March 2026 year. This rise, primarily due to fewer departures and slightly more arrivals, marks an increase from 14,000 in the previous year, according to Stats NZ.
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New Zealand Unemployment Rate Dips to 5.3 Percent in March 2026 Quarter
Stats NZ reports a slight dip in New Zealand's unemployment rate to 5.3 percent for the March 2026 quarter. The number of unemployed people fell to 163,000, while average hourly earnings reached $44.12 amid 2.0 percent annual wage inflation.
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Stats NZ Releases Update on Economic Impacts of Middle East Conflict
Stats NZ has published a new report detailing how the ongoing conflict in the Middle East is affecting New Zealand's economy, specifically highlighting the expected effects on fuel prices, supply chains, households, and businesses.
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New Zealand Marriage and Civil Union Numbers Continue to Fall
New Zealand saw a 3 percent drop in marriages and civil unions in 2025, continuing a long-term downward trend. The marriage rate is now half of what it was in 2000.
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Stats NZ Updates Monthly CPI Progress
Stats NZ released its April 2026 update on the development of a monthly consumers price index (CPI). The agency will continue to provide updates as progress is made towards delivery.
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Stats NZ Invites Community Voices for Data System Modernization
Stats NZ is forming new advisory groups for Pacific, rainbow, and homeless communities to help shape the next census and modernize its data systems, emphasizing collaborative design.
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NZ Household Living Costs Up 2.1 Percent
New Zealand household living costs increased 2.1 percent in the year to March 2026, with falling interest payments cited as the primary reason for the rise, according to Stats NZ figures.
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Southland Leads Regional GDP Growth in Year to March 2025
Southland recorded the largest increase in regional gross domestic product (GDP) for the year ended March 2025, outpacing other regions in the South Island's stronger overall performance.
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Stats NZ Corrects January Food Price Index After Data Error
Stats NZ has corrected the January 2026 food price index (FPI) after an error was discovered. The initial report stated a 2.5% increase, but the revised figure is 2.1%.
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New Zealand's GDP Rises 1.1% in September 2025 Quarter
New Zealand's GDP saw a 1.1% increase in the September 2025 quarter, a broad-based recovery after a 1.0% decrease in the previous quarter, although it fell 0.5% over the year.
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New Zealand Food Prices Rise 4.4% Annually
Stats NZ reports a 4.4% increase in food prices for the year ending November 2025, driven by higher costs for groceries, meat, poultry and fish.
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Stats NZ Updates Technical Notes for Linked Employer-Employee Data
Stats NZ has released updated technical notes for its annual Linked Employer-Employee Data (LEED). The data provides insights into New Zealanders' interactions with the labour market, income sources, job tenure and self-employment.
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New Zealand Business Price Indexes Rise in September 2025 Quarter
The latest Business Price Indexes (BPI) reveal increases across various sectors in New Zealand, with the output PPI rising 0.6 percent and the FEPI increasing 1.4 percent.
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New Zealand National Accounts Data Released for Year Ended March 2024
Stats NZ has released the National Accounts (industry production and investment) for the year ended March 2024. The release includes detailed industry data on production, investment, and capital stock.
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Stats NZ Corrects Food Price Index Movements for September 2025
Stats NZ has corrected the annual and monthly percentage movements for the food price index (FPI) in the Selected price indexes: September 2025 release.
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Stats NZ Releases Household Labour Force Survey Data for September 2025 Quarter
Stats NZ has published the household labour force survey estimated working-age population table for the September 2025 quarter, providing benchmarks for upcoming labour market statistics.
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New Zealand's Filled Jobs Decrease Slightly in June 2025 Quarter
Stats NZ reports a 0.5% decrease in seasonally adjusted filled jobs for the June 2025 quarter, while total gross earnings increased by 1.5% compared to the previous year.
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Māori Authorities Diversify Export Destinations Amidst Overall Growth
Stats NZ reports a 43% increase in goods exports by Māori authorities from 2017-2024, outpacing New Zealand's total export growth. However, exports to China and the United States have decreased.
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New Zealand's Filled Jobs Rise Slightly in July 2025
New Zealand's seasonally adjusted filled jobs increased by 0.2 percent in July 2025, with primary and service industries seeing gains, while goods-producing industries experienced a slight decrease.
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Gender Pay Gap Hits Record Low in June 2025 Quarter
Stats NZ reports the gender pay gap has narrowed to 5.2% in the June 2025 quarter, the lowest since 1998, driven by increased earnings for women.
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New Zealand Retail Sales Volume Increases by 0.5% in June 2025 Quarter
Stats NZ reports a 0.5% increase in New Zealand's retail sales volume for the June 2025 quarter, with significant growth in electronics, supermarkets, and pharmaceuticals.
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New Zealand's Overseas Trade Shows Increased Exports and Imports in July 2025
New Zealand's July 2025 overseas merchandise trade saw exports rise by 10% to $6.7 billion, imports increased by 2.6% to $7.3 billion, resulting in a $578 million deficit.
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New Zealand Greenhouse Gas Emissions Fall in Most Regions
Greenhouse gas emissions in New Zealand decreased in 13 out of 16 regions in the year ended December 2024, with Taranaki showing the largest decrease due to reduced manufacturing production.
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New Zealand Trips to Asia Reach Record High
New Zealand residents made a record 730,200 trips to Asia in the June 2025 year, a 20% increase. The rise was driven by more trips to Indonesia, China, Japan, and India.
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New Zealand Net Migration Falls Sharply in 2025
New Zealand's net migration drops to 13,700 in June 2025, a significant decrease from 70,400 the previous year, driven by fewer non-citizen arrivals but offset by citizen losses.
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