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BNZ – BusinessNZ Performance of Manufacturing Index (PMI) is a monthly survey of the manufacturing sector providing an early indicator of activity levels.
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Manufacturing News – September 2023
Another month brings about another decline in the Performance of Manufacturing Index, showing that manufacturers continue to do it tough in the current business environment.

Manufacturing News – August 2023
Amidst the challenges that New Zealand manufacturers are currently facing, it's important to acknowledge the resilience and innovation that continue to shine through.

Manufacturing News – July 2023
In this months newsletter, it is your last opportunity to register for the ExportNZ All of Government Roadshow. This free series of events kicked off this week and has had great feedback so far, is designed to give exporters and businesses the opportunity to hear from...

Manufacturing News – June 2023
In this months newsletter, you can register for the ExportNZ All of Government Roadshow. This free series of events is designed to give exporters and businesses the opportunity to hear from our partners about how they are supporting exporters and give you the space to...

Manufacturing News – May 2023
This month we delve into the latest Performance Manufacturing Index (PMI) figures, providing you with an analysis of the industry's performance and trends, as well as looking at these comparatively to our trading partners.

Manufacturing News – March 2023
We continue to support our manufacturers and wider-BusinessNZ members affected by Cyclone Gabrielle and the recent flooding in any way we can.
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Downward Spiral | October 2023
Activity in New Zealand’s manufacturing sector dropped further during October, according to the latest BNZ – BusinessNZ Performance of Manufacturing Index (PMI).

Entrenched Contraction | September 2023
New Zealand’s manufacturing sector slipped further into contraction during September, according to the latest BNZ – BusinessNZ Performance of Manufacturing Index (PMI).

Struggle street | August 2023
New Zealand’s manufacturing sector continued to lose momentum in August, according to the latest BNZ – BusinessNZ Performance of Manufacturing Index (PMI).

Slipping away | July 2023
New Zealand’s manufacturing sector slipped further into contraction during July, according to the latest BNZ – BusinessNZ Performance of Manufacturing Index (PMI).

Tough Times | June 2023
New Zealand’s manufacturing sector showed further contraction in June, according to the latest BNZ – BusinessNZ Performance of Manufacturing Index (PMI).

Under the weather | May 2023
New Zealand’s manufacturing sector continued its contraction in May, according to the latest BNZ – BusinessNZ Performance of Manufacturing Index (PMI).