New Zealand economy grows 1.1% in September quarter

Thursday 18 December 2025 · 2 outlets · 2 reports · updated Thu 18 Dec 2025, 1:53pm

In this story Labour Party, Reserve Bank of New Zealand, Stats NZ

Stats NZ figures show the economy grew by 1.1% in the third quarter of 2025, exceeding previous expectations. Growth was led by the manufacturing, construction, and business services sectors. This follows a revised 1% contraction in the June 2025 quarter.

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1. 1NewsThu 18 Dec 2025, 10:50am

   GDP rises 1.1% in September quarter (opens in new tab)

2. RNZThu 18 Dec 2025, 1:53pm

   Economy rebounds into 1.1 percent growth for September quarter (opens in new tab)