NZIER helps you make better business and policy decisions

NZIER is an independent economic consultancy

Our core values of independence and promoting better outcomes for all New Zealanders
are the driving force behind why we exist and how we work today.

What we do

We provide independent expertise and advice.

Our expertise

For over 60 years our economists have been helping clients analyse market, regulatory, social, and environmental trends to enable them to make informed and strategic decisions.

Latest publications

The case for removing FBT on group insurance schemes

The case for removing FBT on group insurance schemes

August 24, 2026 1 min read
Reflections on the New Zealand Association of Economists 2026 Conference - NZIER Insight 129

Reflections on the New Zealand Association of Economists 2026 Conference - NZIER Insight 129

July 30, 2026 1 min read
NZIER’s QSBO shows a pick-up in business confidence as concerns over the fuel crisis ease,  Quarterly Survey of Business Opinion - July 2026

NZIER’s QSBO shows a pick-up in business confidence as concerns over the fuel crisis ease,  Quarterly Survey of Business Opinion - July 2026

July 14, 2026 4 min read

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31 August 2026

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1 September 2026

Quarterly Predictions

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14 September 2026

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