New Zealand's stocks dropped 64 points, or 0.5%, to 13,699 on Friday, extending losses from the previous session, as traders continued profit-taking after the index hit a third consecutive record high, mainly weighed down by communication services, consumer staples, and real estate. A rebound in the global technology sector was offset by a contraction in China's manufacturing sector, New Zealand's top trading partner. Traders were also cautious ahead of the release of New Zealand's unemployment data due next week. However, the latest data helped limit the decline, as New Zealand's consumer confidence hit a five-month high, while moderating oil prices eased inflation concerns and tempered expectations of an interest rate hike. Among the worst performers were A2 Milk (-2.6%), Ryman Healthcare (-2.3%), Chorus (-2.0%), and Ebos Group (-1.0%). For the week, the index fell 0.2%, while posting a 0.6% increase for the month, marking the sixth straight monthly gain.

New Zealand's main stock market index, the NZX 50, fell to 13699 points on July 31, 2026, losing 0.46% from the previous session. Over the past month, the index has climbed 0.65% and is up 7.62% compared to the same time last year, according to trading on a contract for difference (CFD) that tracks this benchmark index from New Zealand. Historically, the New Zealand Stock Market (NZX 50) reached an all time high of 14000.35 in July of 2026. New Zealand Stock Market (NZX 50) - data, forecasts, historical chart - was last updated on July 31 of 2026.

New Zealand's main stock market index, the NZX 50, fell to 13699 points on July 31, 2026, losing 0.46% from the previous session. Over the past month, the index has climbed 0.65% and is up 7.62% compared to the same time last year, according to trading on a contract for difference (CFD) that tracks this benchmark index from New Zealand. The New Zealand Stock Market (NZX 50) is expected to trade at 13580.56 points by the end of this quarter, according to Trading Economics global macro models and analysts expectations. Looking forward, we estimate it to trade at 12771.04 in 12 months time.



Indexes Price Day Month Year Date
NZX 50 13,699.28 -63.50 -0.46% 0.65% 7.62% Jul/31

Components Price Day Year MCap Date
Westpac 45.61 0.01 0.02% 25.82% 100.61B Jul/31
Australia and New Zealand Banking 44.80 0.13 0.29% 33.93% 77.51B Jul/31
Fisher Paykel Healthcare 40.69 -0.08 -0.20% 13.03% 12.83B Jul/31
Meridian Energy 5.70 0 0% -0.61% 8.36B Jul/31
Mercury NZ 6.70 0 0% 8.94% 5.73B Jul/31
Infratil 14.78 0.03 0.20% 27.09% 5.49B Jul/31
A2 Milk 8.25 -0.22 -2.60% -4.84% 4.77B Jul/31
Contact Energy 9.10 0.07 0.78% -0.22% 4.29B Jul/31
Mainfreight 69.20 0.20 0.29% 16.30% 3.86B Jul/31
Port Of Tauranga 8.10 0 0% 16.38% 3.15B Jul/31




Related Last Previous Unit Reference
New Zealand Inflation Rate 4.10 3.10 percent Jun 2026
New Zealand Interest Rate 2.50 2.25 percent Jul 2026
New Zealand Unemployment Rate 5.30 5.40 percent Mar 2026

New Zealand Stock Market (NZX 50)
The NZX 50 is a headline stock market index which tracks the performance of 50 largest and most liquid companies by free float market capitalization, listed on the New Zealand Exchange. It is a total return, modified market capitalization weighted index. The NZX 50 Index has a base value of 1880.85 (NZX 40 Index closing level on previous day) as of December 29, 2000. Stock index prices displayed on Trading Economics are based on over-the-counter (OTC), contract for difference (CFD), perpetual futures, and other derivative financial instruments intended to provide a general market reference only. These prices do not represent official exchange-traded index values or official licensing data from exchanges or index providers. The data is supplied by third-party providers and may differ from official market prices, settlement values, or real-time exchange data. While efforts are made to ensure reliability, Trading Economics does not independently verify the data and makes no representations or warranties regarding its accuracy, completeness, or fitness for any particular purpose. Users seeking official real-time or settlement data should obtain it directly from the relevant exchanges or authorized market data providers.
Actual Previous Highest Lowest Dates Unit Frequency
13699.28 13762.78 14000.35 1665.04 2001 - 2026 points Daily

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NZX 50 Reverses Morning Gains, but Posts Monthly Gain
New Zealand's stocks dropped 64 points, or 0.5%, to 13,699 on Friday, extending losses from the previous session, as traders continued profit-taking after the index hit a third consecutive record high, mainly weighed down by communication services, consumer staples, and real estate. A rebound in the global technology sector was offset by a contraction in China's manufacturing sector, New Zealand's top trading partner. Traders were also cautious ahead of the release of New Zealand's unemployment data due next week. However, the latest data helped limit the decline, as New Zealand's consumer confidence hit a five-month high, while moderating oil prices eased inflation concerns and tempered expectations of an interest rate hike. Among the worst performers were A2 Milk (-2.6%), Ryman Healthcare (-2.3%), Chorus (-2.0%), and Ebos Group (-1.0%). For the week, the index fell 0.2%, while posting a 0.6% increase for the month, marking the sixth straight monthly gain.
2026-07-31
New Zealand Stocks Head for Monthly Gain
New Zealand's stocks climbed 92 points, or 0.7%, to 13,854 in Friday morning trade after retreating in the previous session, mainly buoyed by financials, communication services, and real estate. The broader index rebounded from a more than one-week low touched a day earlier, tracking a rally on Wall Street overnight amid a rebound in technology stocks. Fresh data also lifted sentiment, as New Zealand's consumer confidence hit a five-month high. Moderating oil prices also fueled sentiment, easing inflation concerns and tempering expectations of an interest rate hike. However, traders awaited the release of China's PMI data due later today and trade data due next week. Caution also prevailed ahead of the release of New Zealand's unemployment data due next week. Among the early gainers were Infratil (2.1%), Meridian Energy (1.8%), Fisher & Paykel (1.2%), and Ebos Group (1.0%). For the week, the index is heading for a 0.6% gain, while posting a 1.7% increase for the month.
2026-07-30
NZX 50 Falls from Record High, Ends Down 1.5%
New Zealand's stocks fell 214 points, or 1.5%, to close at 13,763 on Thursday, mainly weighed down by financials, healthcare, consumer staples, communication services, and materials, as traders took profit after the index posted a third consecutive record high. The broader index touched a more than one-week low, tracking a decline on Wall Street overnight after the Fed maintained interest rates. Traders anticipated the release of China's PMI, due on Friday, as investors monitored economic conditions in New Zealand's top trading partner amid uncertainty over the global outlook. A positive reading on New Zealand business confidence prevented the index from falling further, as sentiment rose to its highest level in five months, while moderating oil prices eased inflation concerns and expectations of an interest rate hike. Among the bottom performers were Vulcan Steel (-6.1%), Ryman Healthcare (-4.3%), A2 Milk (-3.4%), Fisher & Paykel (-2.4%), and Auckland International Airport (-1.9%).
2026-07-30