NZ National and Labour in Dead Heat

New Zealand ruling National party and opposition Labour are tied in final polls ahead of Saturday general election. The final survey shows coalition partners holding crucial sway.

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

New Zealand's ruling National party and the opposition Labour are tied at 30% and 29% respectively in the final opinion poll before Saturday's general election. The tight race sets up a pivotal contest for control of Parliament. Investors are tracking the outcome closely as coalition dynamics threaten policy continuity.