New Zealand Economics Forum
The New Zealand Economics Forum is a premier annual event bringing together economists, business leaders, and policymakers to explore key issues shaping Aotearoa’s future. Hosted by Waikato Management School. Updates and event links added yearly.
The New Zealand Economics Forum (NZEF) has established itself as an unmissable event in the calendar for policymakers and business leaders.
Proudly hosted by Waikato Management School, the two-day forum brings together leading economists, business and community leaders, and public sector officials to discuss the most pressing economic issues facing New Zealand, to share insights that will help challenge and inform us.
More information about the 2026 NZ Economics Forum will be coming soon.
Register your interest for the 2026 forum.
Watch playlists from previous years
2025 session playlist
In 2025 the theme was 'Unconstrained thinking for constrained times'. Families, businesses and the Government are struggling with constraints on spending. At the same time, we face important long-term questions in areas such as education, health and infrastructure.
2024 session playlist
The theme for the 2024 forum was 'A Briefing to the Incoming Government'. Our expert speakers discussed how we can respond to the headwinds of a growing and ageing population, adapt to climate change, and the need for significant investment in health, housing and infrastructure.
2023 session playlist
The theme for the 2023 NZ Economics Forum was Navigating heavy seas - Sustainable growth, productivity and wellbeing for a stronger New Zealand.
Waikato Management School
Waikato Management School is in the top 1% of business schools globally, boasting Triple Crown accreditation since 2005 for excellence in business education.
Our scholars are ranked in the top 3% globally for economics research over the last 10 years.