BERL is the leading provider of a broad range of economic research, analysis, advice and consultancy for business enterprises, organisations, iwi, institutions, community groups, industry associations and public sector clients in New Zealand.

Economic Insights

Explore our economic insights, where we share concise, high-level analyses on various economic topics, with an emphasis on ensuring independent perspectives for our readers. These articles are part of our commitment to public good information sharing.

Relooking at our productivity gap

Productivity underpins the viability and sustainability of the pillars, including superannuation, of our economic and fiscal model. 

The AI energy paradox: Balancing consumption and efficiency

AI requires massive energy requirements to both develop and operate; however, it also is an opportunity for increased energy grid efficiency.  

Humanity’s complex challenge of valuing biodiversity

Throughout human history, biodiversity has been essential to survival, but what value, if any, does biodiversity bring to the modern economy?

Our Mahi

Discover some of our commissioned research, where we provide tailored research and economic analysis to businesses, industries, and public sector clients. Our work reflects a commitment to delivering high-quality evidence that informs decision-making and drives meaningful change.

Te Ōhanga Māori

The value of Māori tourism

Māori tourism is unique and plays a significant, and growing role in Aotearoa New Zealand’s tourism sector, acting as a competitive advantage on the global stage.

Te Ōhanga Māori

Te Ōhanga Māori 2023 - Snapshot

Initial findings from Te Ōhanga Māori 2023 show that the Māori economy continues to be a strong, growing, and diversified component of New Zealand’s economy.

Pro bono

Impact of the cost of living crisis on Wellingtonians

Explore how Wellington's cost of living crisis impacts community services and the crucial role of Wellington City Mission in these challenging times.