Latest from Statistics NZ
Consumers loosen wallets in November
Electronic card transactions at retailers rose 1.1pc in November, after climbing 1.2pc in the previous month, says new data out today.
Trade deficit smaller than expected
NZ posted a smaller-than-expected trade deficit in October as the nation lifted exports, led by a surge in shipments of dairy and logs.
Big jump in Kiwis leaving NZ
More Kiwis left to live permanently overseas in October than in any month since January 2009.
More births, and women still live longer
All NZ regions had more births than deaths in the past year, with Auckland contributing 45 per cent of NZ's natural increase.
September sales boost latest retail figures
The value of seasonally adjusted total retail sales rose 0.8 per cent - $133m - in the September quarter, Statistics NZ says.
Food prices up 2.2pc - fruit and veg climb
The impact of a higher GST rate has been felt in the supermarket, said Statistics NZ, with food prices rising 2.2 per cent in October.
Building consents keep falling in September
The residential building sector remained soft in September, with another fall in building consents.
Govt claims credit for six-year inflation low
The Government is claiming credit for low price rises, saying people have more money in their pockets on the back on low inflation and increasing wages.