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flag New Zealand's home consents rose 9.3% annually in early 2026, driven by multi-unit housing and Auckland's strong growth.

flag New Zealand's new home consents rose 9.3% year-on-year to 36,944 in the year ended January 2026, marking the first annual gain in over two years. flag Multi-unit homes, including townhouses and flats, surged 14%, while standalone houses rose 5%. flag Auckland led with a 13% increase, accounting for nearly 60% of the national growth. flag Monthly consents in January rose 15% from the prior year, with a 1.9% seasonally adjusted gain following a December decline. flag Residential building value climbed 7.7% annually to $28.4 billion.

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