A survey-based indicator that measures the level of confidence New Zealand households have in economic activity. It reflects consumers' views on their personal finances, the short-term economic outlook, and their willingness to spend on major household items. High readings suggest increased consumer spending, which typically drives economic growth and inflation.
The index is derived from a survey of approximately 1,500 households. Respondents are asked about their current and future financial situation and their outlook for the national economy over the next one to five years.
| Date | Actual | Forecast | Surprise |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jun 16, 2026 | 80.40 | 92.90 | -12.50 |
| Dec 16, 2025 | 96.50 | 91.20 | +5.30 |
| Sep 16, 2025 | 90.90 | 93.00 | -2.10 |
| Jun 17, 2025 | 91.20 | 91.50 | -0.30 |
| Mar 18, 2025 | 89.20 | 96.00 | -6.80 |
| Dec 17, 2024 | 97.50 | 92.00 | +5.50 |
| Sep 17, 2024 | 90.80 | 85.00 | +5.80 |
| Jun 19, 2024 | 82.20 | — | — |
| Mar 19, 2024 | 93.20 | 91.00 | +2.20 |
| Dec 17, 2023 | 88.90 | 85.10 | +3.80 |
| Sep 21, 2023 | 80.20 | — | — |
| Jun 19, 2023 | 83.10 | 76.20 | +6.90 |
| Mar 21, 2023 | 77.70 | — | — |
| Dec 18, 2022 | 75.60 | — | — |
| Sep 21, 2022 | 87.60 | — | — |
| Jun 20, 2022 | 78.70 | — | — |
| Mar 21, 2022 | 92.10 | — | — |
| Dec 19, 2021 | 99.10 | 101.50 | -2.40 |
| Sep 20, 2021 | 102.70 | — | — |
