New Zealand's economy is set to expand next year, as several key indicators point to economic recovery.Kiwibank's latest bi-annual report forecasts a 2.4 percent growth for 2026, with boosted household confidence, an improved property sector, and a stabilising labour market.The review cites low interest rates as the leading drivers of growth.Economist Sabrina Delgado says there's a broad base for recovery, which comes as relief after 2025."We did expect a recovery to sort of start taking place in 2025 this time last year - it took some hits and had some delays and it's just now that we're starting to see the signs of recovery taking foot."LISTEN ABOVE
Sabrina Delgado: Kiwibank economist predicts economic growth for 2026
