The NZX 50 inched down 12 points, or 0.1%, to close at 13,187 on Friday, marking a second straight decline as weakness in logistics, industrial services, and transport weighed on sentiment. Early losses were partly offset by gains in energy minerals and consumer services, but the benchmark index still posted its second consecutive weekly drop, down about 2.5%. Bearish momentum was fueled by the escalating Middle East conflict, which kept crude prices elevated and stoked inflation concerns. Meanwhile, Washington’s latest trade probes into excess industrial capacity and forced labor raised fears of new tariffs on key partners, including China, New Zealand’s largest trading partner. Traders now await key domestic data next week, including New Zealand's food inflation in February and Q4 GDP. Among Friday’s notable laggards were Freightways (-2.9%), Hallenstein Glasson (-2.5%), Tourism Holdings (-2.5%), and AFT Pharmaceuticals (-2.2%).

New Zealand's main stock market index, the NZX 50, fell to 13187 points on March 13, 2026, losing 0.09% from the previous session. Over the past month, the index has climbed 0.53% and is up 7.51% 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 13757.71 in January of 2026. New Zealand Stock Market (NZX 50) - data, forecasts, historical chart - was last updated on March 14 of 2026.

New Zealand's main stock market index, the NZX 50, fell to 13187 points on March 13, 2026, losing 0.09% from the previous session. Over the past month, the index has climbed 0.53% and is up 7.51% 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 13315.88 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 12378.24 in 12 months time.



Indexes Price Day Month Year Date
NZX 50 13,187.34 -11.95 -0.09% 0.53% 7.51% Mar/13

Components Price Day Year MCap Date
Westpac 49.52 0.83 1.70% 47.95% 87.31B Mar/13
Australia and New Zealand Banking 45.21 0.41 0.92% 43.89% 64.71B Mar/13
Fisher Paykel Healthcare 38.94 0.04 0.10% 18.36% 13.73B Mar/13
Meridian Energy 5.35 0.01 0.19% -2.37% 8.66B Mar/13
Infratil 10.75 -0.07 -0.65% 5.81% 5.49B Mar/13
Mercury NZ 6.34 0.04 0.63% 11.42% 5.32B Mar/13
A2 Milk 11.55 0.11 0.96% 22.22% 4.97B Mar/13
Contact Energy 9.19 -0.11 -1.18% 4.55% 4.37B Mar/13
Mainfreight 60.50 -1.00 -1.63% -9.70% 3.97B Mar/13
Port Of Tauranga 7.87 -0.07 -0.88% 18.88% 3.29B Mar/13




Related Last Previous Unit Reference
New Zealand Inflation Rate 3.10 3.00 percent Dec 2025
New Zealand Interest Rate 2.25 2.25 percent Feb 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
13187.34 13199.29 13757.71 1665.04 2001 - 2026 points Daily

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NZX 50 Slips 2.5% This Week
The NZX 50 inched down 12 points, or 0.1%, to close at 13,187 on Friday, marking a second straight decline as weakness in logistics, industrial services, and transport weighed on sentiment. Early losses were partly offset by gains in energy minerals and consumer services, but the benchmark index still posted its second consecutive weekly drop, down about 2.5%. Bearish momentum was fueled by the escalating Middle East conflict, which kept crude prices elevated and stoked inflation concerns. Meanwhile, Washington’s latest trade probes into excess industrial capacity and forced labor raised fears of new tariffs on key partners, including China, New Zealand’s largest trading partner. Traders now await key domestic data next week, including New Zealand's food inflation in February and Q4 GDP. Among Friday’s notable laggards were Freightways (-2.9%), Hallenstein Glasson (-2.5%), Tourism Holdings (-2.5%), and AFT Pharmaceuticals (-2.2%).
2026-03-13
New Zealand Stocks Set for Back-to-Back Weekly Declines
Shares in New Zealand slipped 71 points, or 0.5%, to 13,130 in early Friday trade, marking a second consecutive drop after a slump on Wall Street Thursday due to surging oil prices. Iran’s move to keep the Strait of Hormuz closed stoked inflation concerns, with the NZX 50 heading for the second straight weekly drop, down near 3% so far. Caution also lingered ahead of key domestic releases next week, including February food inflation and Q4 GDP. On the trade front, the U.S. launched a new probe into major partners, including China, after the Supreme Court struck down a key element of Trump-era tariffs last month. Still, losses were offset by upbeat data showing New Zealand's factory activity grew for a third month in February, while visitor arrivals rose 4.1% yoy. Sector weakness was broad, with consumer durables, healthcare, and non-energy minerals under pressure. Notable laggards included Spark NZ (-2.2%), Freightways (-2.2%), Infratil (-1.4%), and Turners Automotive (-1.2%).
2026-03-12
NZX 50 Falls 0.7% at Close
The NZX 50 retreated 94 points, or 0.7%, to end at 13,199 on Thursday, reversing the prior session’s rally as U.S. stock futures slumped and oil prices surged back toward USD 100 per barrel amid fresh supply disruptions tied to escalating conflict in the Middle East. The oil rally came despite global efforts to stabilize markets. Sentiment was further dampened by a Q4 2025 drop in New Zealand manufacturing sales, marking a reversal from earlier strength and signaling weaker year-end momentum. Looking ahead, key releases due next week include February food inflation and Q4 GDP. Losses were partly contained by stable U.S. annual inflation in February, ahead of the energy shock. Sector pressure was broad, with financials, transport, non-energy minerals, and healthcare among the top drags. Notable decliners included Sky Network TV (-3.2%), Gentrack Group (-3.0%), Serko Ltd. (-2.9%), Meridian Energy (-2.6%), and Fletcher Building (-2.4%).
2026-03-12