New Zealand Early Voting Surges 28 Percent

Nearly one million votes have been cast during the first week of early voting in New Zealand. This represents a twenty-eight percent increase compared to the previous election.

FILE PHOTO: New Zealand's Prime Minister and National Party leader Christopher Luxon casts his vote, with his wife Amanda, in the general election during advance voting in Beachlands, Auckland, New Zealand, October 26, 2026. REUTERS/David Rowland/File Photo

Nearly 1 million ballots have been cast in early voting across New Zealand, marking an initial surge in participation. The count represents a 28% increase compared with the same period during the 2023 election. Investors are monitoring the tightly contested race as polls show no clear winner or coalition grouping.