Economy & Tax Our economists analyse movements within the New Zealand and world economies, and make sure businesses’ interests are represented throughout policy making processes. By keeping a finger on the pulse of the economy, running surveys and reports, making submissions, working with government bodies and decision makers, they offer informed input into BusinessNZ's advocacy work.This work, representing thousands of business all over the country, helps to create an optimum environment for enterprises to flourish. Useful Links BusinessNZ Planning Forecast Quarterly survey of New Zealand's economic growth forecast. Read reports Performance of Manufacturing Index Monthly survey providing accurate & timely data about manufacturing. Read reports Performance of Service Index Monthly survey providing accurate & timely data about the service sector. Read reports BNZ Foreign Exchange Research Daily roundup of overnight developments relevant to foreign exchange and bond markets. View research Meet our Economists Stephen Summers Economist View profile John Pask Economist View profile Latest Submissions Consumer data rights submission Reserve Bank Act Review phase 2 Minimum Wage 2020 submission Overseas Investment Act Amendment Bill no. 3 Forestry (Regulation of Log Traders and Forestry Advisors) Amendment Bill View more Want to know more? Please contact our team