New Zealand Professional Investment Services Firm, Forsyth Barr

Forsyth Barr

New Zealand Professional Investment Services Firm

We are proud to be a New Zealand owned firm, with 21 offices throughout the country and over 300 employees. We assist personal, institutional and corporate clients providing a full range of investment services.

Forsyth Barr is a foundation New Zealand Exchange firm (NZX) and accredited market participant. We have been confirmed by the Financial Markets Authority as a Qualifying Financial Entity (QFE).

Research is the cornerstone of our advice. We have one of New Zealand's leading teams of analysts. Our global affiliations ensure comprehensive research coverage of all major investment markets.

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<div id="m_-4491327355502150754iubdj"><ul><li>The September 2024 quarter was an improved period for New Zealand's vehicle market.</li><li>New vehicle sales rose +16% from a low base and used car sales were broadly flat versus the comparable period in 2023.</li><li>Nevertheless, conditions are still challenging for industry participants. </li></ul></div>

The September 2024 quarter was an improved period for New Zealand's vehicle market.New vehicle sales rose +16% from a low base and used car sales were broadly flat versus the comparable period in 2023.Nevertheless, conditions are still challenging for industry participants. 

Forsyth Barr EV and Vehicle Digest - Edition 6 — Trying to Turn the Corner

<div id="m_3223007619533098753iubdj"><ul><li>New car sales, typically a barometer of economic activity, have fallen to anaemic levels in New Zealand as consumers feel the pain from cost inflation and high interest rates.</li><li>Used car sales have also been muted, although the second-hand market has generally been more resilient due to trading-down trends.</li><li>The outlook for the industry may finally be improving, with the RBNZ signalling rate cuts are on the horizon. </li></ul></div>

New car sales, typically a barometer of economic activity, have fallen to anaemic levels in New Zealand as consumers feel the pain from cost inflation and high interest rates.Used car sales have also been muted, although the second-hand market has generally been more resilient due to trading-down trends.The outlook for the industry may finally be improving, with the RBNZ signalling rate cuts are on the horizon. 

Forsyth Barr EV and Vehicle Digest Edition 5 — The Cycle Continues

<ul><li>Government policy changes have led to significant volatility in the types and volumes of vehicles imported recently.</li><li>New car registrations in NZ have remained subdued, falling by -20% in 1Q24, as high interest rates, more conservative lending policies, changes to EV subsidies, and increased household costs have dampened consumer demand.</li><li>However, 1Q24 saw total used car transactions begin to recover, showing a +1% increase compared to the same period in the previous year. </li></ul>

Government policy changes have led to significant volatility in the types and volumes of vehicles imported recently.New car registrations in NZ have remained subdued, falling by -20% in 1Q24, as high interest rates, more conservative lending policies, changes to EV subsidies, and increased household costs have dampened consumer demand.However, 1Q24 saw total used car transactions begin to recover, showing a +1% increase compared to the same period in the previous year. 

<ul><li>The Forsyth Barr EV and Vehicle Digest delves into the automotive landscape in NZ and the accelerating electric vehicle (EV) revolution.</li><li>We aim to provide regular insights into crucial industry aspects, such as government policies, vehicle loan financing, and transaction analysis.</li><li>Further, we will periodically detail developments in consumer preferences, charging infrastructure, battery technology, and other influencing factors in the industry.</li></ul>

The Forsyth Barr EV and Vehicle Digest delves into the automotive landscape in NZ and the accelerating electric vehicle (EV) revolution.We aim to provide regular insights into crucial industry aspects, such as government policies, vehicle loan financing, and transaction analysis.Further, we will periodically detail developments in consumer preferences, charging infrastructure, battery technology, and other influencing factors in the industry.

Forsyth Barr EV and Vehicle Digest - Edition 3 — Clean Car Discount Ends

<ul><li>The Forsyth Barr EV and Vehicle Digest delves into the automotive landscape in NZ and the accelerating electric vehicle (EV) revolution.</li><li>We aim to provide regular insights into crucial industry aspects, such as government policies, vehicle loan financing and transaction analysis.</li><li>Further, we will periodically detail developments in consumer preferences, charging infrastructure, battery technology and other influencing factors in the industry.</li></ul>

The Forsyth Barr EV and Vehicle Digest delves into the automotive landscape in NZ and the accelerating electric vehicle (EV) revolution.We aim to provide regular insights into crucial industry aspects, such as government policies, vehicle loan financing and transaction analysis.Further, we will periodically detail developments in consumer preferences, charging infrastructure, battery technology and other influencing factors in the industry.

Forsyth Barr EV and Vehicle Digest - Edition 2 — Global Auto Volatility Continues

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The Colonial Motor Company Limited distributes Ford Motor vehicles to car dealerships in New Zealand. The Company also invests in and develops property which will be used to construct dealerships and other types of car facilities.

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Colonial Motor Company (CMO NZ)

Forsyth Barr EV and Vehicle Digest - Edition 6 — Trying to Turn the Corner

New vehicle sales rose +16% from a low base and used car sales were broadly flat versus the comparable period in 2023. Nevertheless, conditions are...

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Forsyth Barr EV and Vehicle Digest Edition 5 — The Cycle Continues

New car sales, typically a barometer of economic activity, have fallen to anaemic levels in New Zealand as consumers feel the pain from cost...

Forsyth Barr

Forsyth Barr EV and Vehicle Digest

Government policy changes have led to significant volatility in the types and volumes of vehicles imported recently. New car registrations in NZ...

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Forsyth Barr EV and Vehicle Digest - Edition 3 — Clean Car Discount Ends

The Forsyth Barr EV and Vehicle Digest delves into the automotive landscape in NZ and the accelerating electric vehicle (EV) revolution.

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Forsyth Barr EV and Vehicle Digest - Edition 2 — Global Auto Volatility Continues

The Forsyth Barr EV and Vehicle Digest delves into the automotive landscape in NZ and the accelerating electric vehicle (EV) revolution.

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