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ChristchurchNZ is a city authority on economic development, insights, and analysis.
Through regular publications and live monitoring of the Ōtautahi Christchurch and Waitaha Canterbury economy, ChristchurchNZ provides guidance and direction to ensure good decision making and sustained prosperity for all those who call this place home.
See below for interactive economic data, and links to our regular monthly and quarterly reports and research plus access to niche, up-to-date data on the live dashboard.
Quarterly Economic Dashboard
Live, up-to-date quarterly data at your fingertips. The dashboard provides quick stats and the ability to check how key economic metrics are tracking locally and nationally. Access headline figures for key economic indicators across five major areas - economic activity, employment, business, housing and regional comparison.
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Quarterly Economic Report
Quarterly review of the Canterbury economy and how it compares to the rest of New Zealand, this report is the foundation of economic analysis and insights. -
Monthly Insights Brief
On-the-pulse analysis delivered monthly with reporting that wraps around various economic issues and provides insight into areas of interest.
Latest Economics Updates
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Five Key Takeaways from the Latest Ōtautahi Economic Insights Breakfast
How employers, educators and workers can prepare for the future of work -
Three Key Takeaways From ChristchurchNZ’s Economic Insights Breakfast
Innovation, collaboration and education as means to attract talent during the tight labour market was the focus. -
Five Takeaways From Christchurch’s Economic Insights And Labour Market Event
The tight labour market and the growth challenges it poses to employers was the key focus of a gathering of employers, industry leaders and … -
Why Christchurch is still New Zealand’s most affordable major city
ChristchurchNZ’s Senior Economist explains what affordability means and why Christchurch is still NZ's most affordable city. -
Economic Explainer: What Did We Learn From Lockdown 2020?
Jorge Chang Urrea, ChristchurchNZ’s Senior Economist explains what we learnt from the first lockdown. -
New tool provides Canterbury decision-makers with latest data
Canterbury’s economic activity for July 2020 returned to a similar level as the same month last year, according to the first edition of the … -
COVID-19 Monitor Canterbury Economic Activity Index Month July 2020
The Index compares Canterbury’s economic indicators to national performance, helping inform the socio-economic recovery plan for the city. -
Christchurch retail spending returns to pre-COVID levels
Retail spending in Christchurch increased by 4 per cent during June 2020 compared to the same period last year, bringing it back in line wit… -
Retail spending in Christchurch – May 2020
The move from Alert Level 3 to Alert Level 2 in mid-May prompted an increase in spending across Ōtautahi Christchurch. -
Canterbury Retail Analysis Week Ending 24 May 2020
This week’s retail report is of interest as it covers the first week that is fully within alert level two, since leaving alert level three.
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