New Zealand's export value of goods exhibited steady growth between 1990 and 2023, reflecting its reliance on agriculture and commodity-based industries. Starting at NZ$9.4 billion in 1990, exports grew to NZ$13.3 billion by 2000, supported by increased dairy and meat product exports to Asia-Pacific markets.
From 2003 to 2008, export values rose significantly, reaching NZ$30.6 billion, due to heightened global demand for primary products. The 2009 global financial crisis caused a temporary drop, but exports rebounded, peaking at NZ$45.1 billion in 2022. However, 2023 saw a decline to NZ$41.4 billion amid weaker commodity prices and global economic uncertainty. Export diversification and value-added goods remain central to New Zealand’s trade resilience.
From 2003 to 2008, export values rose significantly, reaching NZ$30.6 billion, due to heightened global demand for primary products. The 2009 global financial crisis caused a temporary drop, but exports rebounded, peaking at NZ$45.1 billion in 2022. However, 2023 saw a decline to NZ$41.4 billion amid weaker commodity prices and global economic uncertainty. Export diversification and value-added goods remain central to New Zealand’s trade resilience.
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