National economy

In 2012, New Zealand’s economy grew at a faster rate than it had in over four years. Our productivity, commitment to research and development, and changes in our trading partners all made this growth possible.

A good year for our economy
Our economy had a boom year in 2012, with dairy, construction, and retail all showing favourable growth.
What New Zealand does for a living
In the 1970s, New Zealand’s economy was heavily reliant on manufacturing. More than 30 years on, the picture has changed.
New Zealand – a small advanced economy?
Research and development is seen internationally as a key driver of economic growth. So how is New Zealand progressing with increasing its knowledge, or producing new or enhanced goods or services?
Trade in goods with China shows rapid growth
China has become a very importing trading partner, as we export more of our products to them and import more from them.
2012 Yearbook national economy tables
A collection of tables that provide a snapshot of the national economy in 2012.