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Is peak globalisation upon us? Working paper 2017/1

We examine the phenomenon of globalisation as it affects New Zealand. We look at its impact on New Zealand and ask whether it is a force which has had its day (peak globalisation) or is it continuing to morph and evolve. Read more

Powerco CPP application: Advice to MEUG for Commerce Commission submission

NZIER report to MEUG. Read more

There has to be a better way

If you ask a typical economist if migration is good for a country, they are likely to say yes. Read more

NZIER Consensus Forecasts points to a positive growth outlook

The latest NZIER Consensus Forecasts shows expectations for slightly softer growth over the coming year, but upward revisions in the subsequent years. Despite some softness in activity earlier this year, the growth outlook remains positive. Read more

Perspectives on the US economy after 8 months of Trump - NZIER Insight 71

Bipartisan trade policy must be re-established to support Kiwi businesses, NZIER says A new research note from the New Zealand Institute of Economic Research (NZIER) recommends a return to New Zealand’s long-cherished bipartisan trade policy that has been damaged in recent years’ deba … Read more

Annual report 2017

NZIER's Annual report for 2017 Read more

IANZ: the economic side : Examining the way IANZ supports the New Zealand economy

A report to IANZ. Independent Accreditation New Zealand (IANZ) asked NZIER to describe and quantify their role in supporting New Zealand's economy. Read more

Benefits from Auckland road decongestion

A report commissioned by the EMA, Auckland International Airport Ltd, Infrastructure NZ, Ports of Auckland Ltd and the National Road Carriers Association. Read more

The benefits of trade

A report for Export New Zealand. Read more

New Zealand fuel market financial performance study

This report was prepared jointly by Cognitus Economic Insight, Grant Thornton and NZIER for the Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment. Read more

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