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flag New Zealand's retail sales rose 1.6% year-on-year in November 2025, boosted by Black Friday, with core retail up 2.1%.

flag Retail sales in New Zealand rose 1.6% year-on-year in November 2025, driven by Black Friday promotions, with core retail up 2.1% and gains in consumables, durables, and apparel, according to Stats NZ. flag Seasonally adjusted data showed a 1.2% monthly increase, signaling positive momentum. flag Fashion spending reached NZ$392 million, up from October and 2024, while overall retail spending totaled NZ$10.2 billion. flag Retail NZ hailed the results as a potential turning point, urging consumers to support local businesses amid ongoing economic pressures. flag The Reserve Bank’s hint of an end to rate hikes has encouraged spending, with officials emphasizing consumer protections remain in place.

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