FX.co ★ New Zealand Exports Hit Record High

New Zealand’s exports climbed 7.3% year-on-year in March 2026, reaching a record NZD 7.94 billion. The increase was driven by strong gains in several categories, including precious metals, jewellery, and coins (up 166%); fruits (up 24%); milk powder, butter, and cheese (up 3.4%); and preparations of milk, cereals, flour, and starch (up 21%). By destination, exports rose to China (up 11%), Australia (up 38%), the United States (up 5.9%), the European Union (up 14%), and Japan (up 4.1%).