From ANZ, the New Zealand Business Outlook Survey for July

  • Both confidence and activity down a little on June, ANZ saying this is a normal seasonal effect

ANZ citing labour markets skills in short supply, higher cost of construction as negatives, higher prices for dairy as positives

  • Firms remain very upbeat about their own prospects, and are keen to hire and invest.
  • Growth prospects across the economy remain firm

-

ANZ's Business Outlook Survey

  • Conducted monthly
  • Around 1,500 businesses nationwide
  • Used as leading barometer for the economy