The NZX 50 rose 133 points, or 1.0%, to close at 12,903 on Thursday, reversing earlier losses in morning trade and extending gains from the previous session, with all sectors trading in the green, led by real estate. The broader index tracked gains in US futures following earnings reports from some major tech stocks. PMI data from China, New Zealand's top trading partner, also lifted sentiment, with a private survey showing factory activity on the mainland grew at its fastest pace since 2020, though official data indicated a slight easing while remaining stronger than expected. Traders also welcomed the RBNZ's efforts to enhance transparency in monetary policy decisions, beginning to publish individual votes cast by Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) members starting today. Among the top performers were Contact Energy (1.9%), Ebos Group (1.4%), F&C Investment (1.2%), ANZ Group (0.8%), and Fisher & Paykel Healthcare (0.8%). For the month, the index was flat.

New Zealand's main stock market index, the NZX 50, rose to 12903 points on April 30, 2026, gaining 1.04% from the previous session. Over the past month, the index has declined 0.07%, though it remains 6.21% higher than a year ago, 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 13757.71 in January of 2026. New Zealand Stock Market (NZX 50) - data, forecasts, historical chart - was last updated on April 30 of 2026.

New Zealand's main stock market index, the NZX 50, rose to 12903 points on April 30, 2026, gaining 1.04% from the previous session. Over the past month, the index has declined 0.07%, though it remains 6.21% higher than a year ago, 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 12694.61 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 11919.62 in 12 months time.



Indexes Price Day Month Year Date
NZX 50 12,903.31 133.01 1.04% -0.07% 6.21% Apr/30

Components Price Day Year MCap Date
Westpac 46.70 -0.13 -0.28% 31.51% 100.61B Apr/30
Australia and New Zealand Banking 44.60 0.35 0.79% 38.55% 77.51B Apr/30
Fisher Paykel Healthcare 36.55 0.30 0.83% 4.94% 13.18B Apr/30
Meridian Energy 5.68 0.13 2.34% 0.89% 8.36B Apr/30
Infratil 12.47 0.17 1.38% 14.19% 5.49B Apr/30
Mercury NZ 6.70 -0.01 -0.15% 16.12% 5.32B Apr/30
A2 Milk 8.67 -0.05 -0.57% -4.20% 4.77B Apr/30
Contact Energy 9.50 0.18 1.93% 3.83% 4.29B Apr/30
Mainfreight 59.00 0.50 0.85% 6.94% 3.71B Apr/30
Port Of Tauranga 8.30 0.21 2.60% 35.18% 3.15B Apr/30




Related Last Previous Unit Reference
New Zealand Inflation Rate 3.10 3.10 percent Mar 2026
New Zealand Interest Rate 2.25 2.25 percent Apr 2026
New Zealand Unemployment Rate 5.40 5.30 percent Dec 2025

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.
Actual Previous Highest Lowest Dates Unit Frequency
12903.31 12770.30 13757.71 1665.04 2001 - 2026 points Daily

Market Data Coverage: New Zealand

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NZX 50 Turns Higher, Ends Up 1%
The NZX 50 rose 133 points, or 1.0%, to close at 12,903 on Thursday, reversing earlier losses in morning trade and extending gains from the previous session, with all sectors trading in the green, led by real estate. The broader index tracked gains in US futures following earnings reports from some major tech stocks. PMI data from China, New Zealand's top trading partner, also lifted sentiment, with a private survey showing factory activity on the mainland grew at its fastest pace since 2020, though official data indicated a slight easing while remaining stronger than expected. Traders also welcomed the RBNZ's efforts to enhance transparency in monetary policy decisions, beginning to publish individual votes cast by Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) members starting today. Among the top performers were Contact Energy (1.9%), Ebos Group (1.4%), F&C Investment (1.2%), ANZ Group (0.8%), and Fisher & Paykel Healthcare (0.8%). For the month, the index was flat.
2026-04-30
NZX 50 Trades Lower in Morning Trading
The NZX 50 fell 19 points, or 0.2%, to 12,751 in Thursday morning trading, after edging up in the prior session, marking its lowest level since March 30, mainly driven by losses in financials, utilities, and communication services. Traders were cautious following the Fed's decision to hold interest rates steady. Investors continued to assess the statement from RBNZ Governor Anna Breman on Wednesday that the central bank remained focused on balancing inflation control while supporting economic growth. Traders also awaited the release of New Zealand's business confidence data for April, after it posted the weakest reading since July 2024 in March, as well as China's PMI later today to help guide the outlook for New Zealand's top trading partner. However, a rise in US futures on strong big tech earnings helped cap the decline. Among early losers were Freightways (-1.4%), Mainfreight (-0.9%), Infratil (-0.8%), and Delegat Group (-0.5%). For the month, the index is heading for a 1.2% fall.
2026-04-29
New Zealand Stocks Edge Up, End 0.1% Higher
The NZX 50 edged up 6 points, or 0.1%, to close at 12,770 on Wednesday, after being flat in the morning session and snapping a three-session losing streak, as the RBNZ reiterated its focus on balancing inflation control while supporting economic growth. RBNZ Governor Anna Breman said in a speech today that core inflation remained stable in Q1 within its target band of 1% to 3%. However, gains were capped as traders awaited the Fed’s interest rate decision later today, while a downbeat session on Wall Street overnight, amid signals of weakness in OpenAI and rising oil prices, weighed on sentiment. The broader index rebounded from its lowest level since March 30, reached a day earlier, supported by gains in healthcare, utilities, financials, and materials. Among gainers were Fisher & Paykel Healthcare (+1.5%), Contact Energy (+1.0%), Infratil (+0.5%), Turners Automotive Group (+0.5%), and Meridian Energy (+0.4%).
2026-04-29