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flag Canterbury led New Zealand’s economy in Q3 2025, driven by strong jobs, spending, and dairy income.

flag Canterbury remained New Zealand’s top-performing region in the third quarter of 2025, according to ASB’s Regional Economic Scoreboard, excelling in employment, retail spending, housing, and population growth. flag Strong dairy incomes, job growth, and a rebounding tourism sector drove its success. flag Otago and Waikato tied for second, supported by tourism and primary industries. flag Auckland improved to fourth with gains in retail and construction, while Wellington ranked last due to weak housing and spending. flag Nationally, the economy showed signs of recovery in late 2025, aided by lower interest rates and rising retail sales, though global risks like Middle East conflict pose inflation and energy price threats.

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