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New Zealand is a country known for its unique natural beauty, successful businesses, trusted government, and stable, future-focused economy.

An innovative nation with big ambitions, New Zealand is globally connected and consistently ranked among the world’s best places to do business. Progressive, transparent, and outward-looking, it offers a secure environment where capital can grow and partnerships can thrive.

Invest New Zealand is an Autonomous Crown Entity, established on 1 July 2025 to provide a singular, enduring focus on attracting foreign direct investment into New Zealand.

Our purpose is to increase the flow of foreign direct investment into sectors with high growth and productivity potential — supporting long-term economic prosperity.

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About Invest New Zealand

Established by statute on 1 July 2025, Invest New Zealand is an Autonomous Crown Entity dedicated to attracting and enabling high-quality foreign direct investment that supports long-term economic growth and productivity.

Our focus

Providing a streamlined, ‘one door’ entry point for international investors
Targeting large-scale global capital and investment opportunities typically between NZD $100 million and NZD $1 billion
Supporting mid-cap investments with the potential to scale over time
Advising on policy and regulatory settings that influence the investment environment
Partnering with experienced investors through the Active Investor Plus Visa

Leadership Announcement: Invest New Zealand appoints global investment leader as first chief executive

Robert brings 20+ years of international investment experience, including leadership roles at Lazard Asset Management, Federated Hermes, and the Canada Pension Plan Investment Board. “He has a depth of expertise supporting investors to deploy capital internationally and wide network of relevant relationships,” says Rob Morrison.

Robert was raised and started his career in New Zealand, he says: “I’m excited to come home to lead Invest New Zealand and to develop investment opportunities in sectors with high growth and productivity. Our work will help create jobs, improve infrastructure, and deliver lasting economic benefits.”

Invest New Zealand is your partner in connecting global capital with high-potential investment opportunities in New Zealand.

New Zealand offers a stable, transparent, and globally connected environment for investment.

At Invest New Zealand, we connect international capital with high-value opportunities across growth sectors, from renewable energy and technology to advanced manufacturing and food and fibre.

Explore why global investors choose New Zealand for long-term growth and discover how we can support your investment journey.

By the numbers

1st

for ease of doing

business in NZ

Source: World Bank’s Ease of Doing Business index (2020)

3rd

in the developed world

for tax competitiveness

Source: Tax Competitiveness Index (2024)

3rd

most peaceful country

in the world

Source: Global Peace Index (2025)

437

deals completed

in the past 5 years

Source: NZTE Annual Reports (2020/2024)

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Discover investment opportunities in New Zealand

World-leading businesses are being built in our corner of the globe.

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