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ASB / Main Report Regional Economic Scoreboard March 2014 Q
Media alert ASB / Main Report
Regional Economic Scoreboard
19 February 2015
March 2014
Quarter
Canterbury holds off Auckland again to take out the top spot in the latest ASB/Main Report Regional Economic Scoreboard.
The earthquake rebuild is a dominant theme, but across all the measures, Canterbury remains near the top of the pack.
Around the regions spending is supported by firm consumer confidence, ongoing improvement in the labour market, cheaper petrol, as well as high tourist and permanent migration numbers.
Low mortgage rates have also been a boost to consumer confidence, and have helped maintain upward pressure on house prices, particularly in Auckland and Christchurch.
The full report is attached and available online.
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ASB_Main_Report_Regional_Economic_Scoreboard_Q4_2014.pdf
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