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 value of freshwater angling: Assessing the economic contribution and wellbeing benefits of recreational angling in New Zealand

The value of freshwater angling: Assessing the economic contribution and wellbeing benefits of recreational angling in New Zealand

June 24, 2025 1 min read
Waste, resource recovery and contaminated land management: Assessing the economic contributions of the sectors to New Zealand

Waste, resource recovery and contaminated land management: Assessing the economic contributions of the sectors to New Zealand

June 19, 2025 1 min read
How did Budget 2025 perform regarding climate commitments?

How did Budget 2025 perform regarding climate commitments?

June 17, 2025 3 min read

Upcoming key dates

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1 July 2025

Quarterly Survey of Business Opinion

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7 July 2025

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18 August 2025

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