The resurgence of COVID-19 in the community has seen Auckland move back to Alert Level 3, and the rest of New Zealand move to Level 2 – both of which will have substantial economic ramifications. Tourism is again a key area of focus, and Nick Brunsdon looks into how domestic travel will respond.

Complementing our tourism analysis, Brad Olsen has looked at what the greater restrictions mean as New Zealand moves ahead, and how the wider economy is being impacted.

Our latest Quarterly Economic Monitor was released last week, providing the first comprehensive analysis of regional economic changes so far during the pandemic. Our high-level analysis shows a severe hit to the regions.

The Infometrics Board has some new faces and a new Chair, as we farewelled co-founder and former Chair Andrew Gawith.

For our Chart of the Month, Paul Barkle digs into where travellers who are still in New Zealand are situated.

And finally, we outline how to go about organising a presentation from Infometrics, to help inform decision makers and hear about the factors that will determine New Zealand’s future.