Commerce Commission.
NZ government agency
- Reports this week
- 0
- Active events
- 2
- Connections
- 45
What's happening
Active this week
Earlier this month
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Commerce Commission may look at competition generally.Some support1 report
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The Commerce Commission initiated a compulsory carve up review concerning Foodstuffs.Well supported7 reports3 developments inside
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The Commerce Commission is currently studying the potential structural separation of Foodstuffs as part of a broader review.Some support1 report
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The Commerce Commission has issued rulings regarding Foodstuffs' future, approving acquisitions by Progressive Enterprises and Woolworths, while declining a merger involving Foodstuffs due to power concentration.Some support1 report
One to three months ago
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Multiple financial institutions (TSB Bank, ASB Bank, Nelson Building Society) admitted serious breaches of lending requirements around June 20, 2026, as the Commerce Commission's role moved to the Financial Markets Authority.Some support4 reports2 developments inside
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Foodstuffs' break-up review is underway, involving former owner critiques, taxation issues, and assessment of proposed structural changes.Some support2 reports
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The National Party directs the Commerce Commission to assess market intervention.Some support1 report
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Nicola Willis advocated for greater competition in the supermarket sector, while the Commerce Commission identified competition issues in the grocery sector.Some support1 report1 development inside
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ACT proposes economic transformation in NZ, affecting the Waitangi Tribunal and prompting Commerce Commission review of the supermarket sector.Some support1 report
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The Commerce Commission stated that it requires increased resources or authority to operate effectively in New Zealand.Well supported5 reports
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The Commerce Commission is seeking advice on how to address higher power bills, noting its limitations in regulating monopolies and the need to set service standards for line companies.Some support3 reports1 development inside
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The Commerce Commission sanctioned charge increases while major electricity users advocated for policy changes in the country.Some support1 report
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The Commerce Commission is reviewing co-location rules submitted by mobile operator One NZ and has received opposing views from Tuanz.Some support1 report2 developments inside
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The Commerce Commission proposes changes to the returns model while disputing proposed shifts in regulatory mathematics.Some support1 report
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The Commerce Commission floated a structural separation remedy regarding ongoing reviews of co-location rules.Some support1 report
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The Commerce Commission is reviewing resilience principles for infrastructure related to the Tākaka River, which is located in the South Island.Some support1 report
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Christopher Luxon, Andrew Little, and Chris Bishop were involved in political commentary regarding a water entity and increased oversight by the Commerce Commission.Some support1 report
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Green Party proposes price controls on supermarkets.Some support1 report
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STRIM submitted details regarding infrastructure resilience issues to the Commerce Commission on September 4, 2025.Some support1 report
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The Commerce Commission is assessing Orion's $1.51 billion infrastructure proposal.Some support1 report
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A CCCFA regulator has been established in New Zealand.Some support1 report
Gone quiet
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The National Party supports banning merchant surcharges, while the Greens oppose the ban, leading to a policy debate involving the Commerce Commission and MBIE.Some support1 report
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On July 1, 2026, several market developments occurred, including the Commerce Commission approving an asset sale, Infratil's One New Zealand facing leadership change, and the IMF recommending stimulus be dialed back.Some support1 report
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Starlink is growing to be a dominant provider in New Zealand, prompting the Commerce Commission to investigate telecommunications regulation.Some support2 reports
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Citizens used the monarch's birthday tradition to report excessive business charges.Some support1 report
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Kate Stone and the Commerce Commission criticized the Australian government for failing to act on corporate taxation levies.Some support1 report
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News at the entities that move Commerce Commission most-
Green Party OperationalAviva sought responses from the Green Party, whose Chief Executive at the time was Jane Cartwright.Moves Commerce Commission
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government StructuralLynda Tabuya declared herself qualified for a position within the government.Moves Commerce Commission
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Christopher Luxon OperationalLabour proposes plans to ease household pressure as National policies increase the cost of living in New Zealand.Moves Commerce Commission
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Brown StructuralFox News surveys indicate Amy Acton is leading Republican nominees, while voters prefer Brown against Trump allies.Moves Commerce Commission
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Starlink StructuralHRW reports atrocities in central Mali, while JNIM fighters utilize Starlink for operations amid Russian military presence.Moves Commerce Commission
Connections
The 31 strongest of 45, analyzed from the reporting. The bars show how strongly a change on one side reaches the other.-
Financial Markets Authority Structural
The Commerce Commission's regulatory functions and oversight are being formally transferred and absorbed by the Financial Markets Authority.
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Foodstuffs Structural
The Commerce Commission is formally reviewing Foodstuffs' market concentration and potential structural reorganization.
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Tiaki Wai Structural
The Commerce Commission imposes binding performance and regulatory requirements on Tiaki Wai.
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EDb Structural
The Commerce Commission regulates EDb by setting maximum revenue standards and sanctioning charges.
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Woolworths New Zealand Transactional
The Commerce Commission approved the sale of the business to Woolworths New Zealand.
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Cameron Brewer Operational
Cameron Brewer is actively collaborating with the Commerce Commission on policy matters, including surcharge bans and regulatory empowerment.
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Nathan Strong Operational
Nathan Strong provides expert commentary utilized by the Commerce Commission regarding its regulatory processes.
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Starlink Structural
The Commerce Commission monitors and investigates Starlink regarding market dominance and telecommunications regulation.
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Chlöe Swarbrick Structural
Swarbrick's political agenda and legislation are informed by reports and findings produced by the Commerce Commission.
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TSB Bank Structural
The Commerce Commission acts as the regulatory body responsible for overseeing and enforcing compliance standards against TSB Bank.
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Chorus Structural
Chorus operates within the regulatory framework established by the Commerce Commission, which is the subject of Chorus's active dispute.
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government Structural
The Commerce Commission's operational existence is dependent on receiving funds and support from the government.
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Nelson Building Society Structural
The Commerce Commission has been enforcing compliance issues regarding responsible lending requirements at Nelson Building Society.
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Wellington Operational
The Commerce Commission regulates and oversees entities operating within Wellington.
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Green Party Operational
The Green Party proposes legislation that establishes new regulatory oversight for the Commerce Commission.
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Visa Inc. Operational
The Commerce Commission monitors surcharges related to Visa's operations using voluntary data.
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Qiulae Wong Operational
Qiulae Wong and her party actively advocate for the Commerce Commission to be granted stronger regulatory powers.
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AsB Structural
AsB was found to have breached responsible lending requirements set by the Commerce Commission.
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South Island Structural
The Commerce Commission regulates and reviews infrastructure resilience principles within the South Island.
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ASB Bank Structural
The Commerce Commission enforces lending requirements against ASB Bank.
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Nicola Willis Structural
A's policy and actions are subject to review and oversight by the Commerce Commission.
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Arena Williams Operational
Arena Williams provides expert commentary regarding the powers and functions of the Commerce Commission.
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Brown Structural
The relationship involves the Commerce Commission investigating the market practices of large food chains.
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Andrew Little Operational
Andrew Little advocates for the Commerce Commission to regulate prices.
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Ricardo Menéndez March Structural
The Commerce Commission is involved in regulatory oversight of Bill applications related to Ricardo Menéndez March.
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Christopher Luxon Operational
The Commerce Commission and Christopher Luxon are involved in consultations regarding market structure and competition issues.
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Progressive Enterprises Structural
The Commerce Commission formally approved an acquisition by Progressive Enterprises, demonstrating regulatory oversight.
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Ben McNulty Operational
Ben McNulty advocates for the Commerce Commission to regulate prices.
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Green Party Mentioned together
A past market study informed a policy proposal between the two bodies.
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Mastercard Mentioned together
The single snapshot provided does not contain evidence linking Mastercard and the Commerce Commission.
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Simeon Brown Mentioned together
The single snapshot describes the Commerce Commission's regulatory limitations, but provides no evidence of a specific coupling with Simeon Brown.
History
Events by the month they beganOctober 2026
1 eventSeptember 2026
11 events- The Commerce Commission initiated a compulsory carve up review concerning Foodstuffs.
- The Commerce Commission is currently studying the potential structural separation of Foodstuffs as part of a broader review.
- The Commerce Commission has issued rulings regarding Foodstuffs' future, approving acquisitions by Progressive Enterprises and Woolworths, while declining a merger involving Foodstuffs due to power concentration.
- Foodstuffs' break-up review is underway, involving former owner critiques, taxation issues, and assessment of proposed structural changes.
- The National Party directs the Commerce Commission to assess market intervention.
- Nicola Willis advocated for greater competition in the supermarket sector, while the Commerce Commission identified competition issues in the grocery sector.
- ACT proposes economic transformation in NZ, affecting the Waitangi Tribunal and prompting Commerce Commission review of the supermarket sector.
- The Commerce Commission sanctioned charge increases while major electricity users advocated for policy changes in the country.
- The Commerce Commission is reviewing co-location rules submitted by mobile operator One NZ and has received opposing views from Tuanz.
- The Commerce Commission proposes changes to the returns model while disputing proposed shifts in regulatory mathematics.
- The Commerce Commission floated a structural separation remedy regarding ongoing reviews of co-location rules.
August 2026
10 events- Minister Simon Watts and the Commerce Commission set binding requirements for a water provider.
- James Miller was appointed to chair the Financial Markets Authority, and consumer credit regulation was transferred to the FMA.
- The Commerce Commission stated that it requires increased resources or authority to operate effectively in New Zealand.
- The Commerce Commission is seeking advice on how to address higher power bills, noting its limitations in regulating monopolies and the need to set service standards for line companies.
- The Commerce Commission is reviewing resilience principles for infrastructure related to the Tākaka River, which is located in the South Island.
- Christopher Luxon, Andrew Little, and Chris Bishop were involved in political commentary regarding a water entity and increased oversight by the Commerce Commission.
- Green Party proposes price controls on supermarkets.
- STRIM submitted details regarding infrastructure resilience issues to the Commerce Commission on September 4, 2025.
- The Commerce Commission is assessing Orion's $1.51 billion infrastructure proposal.
- A CCCFA regulator has been established in New Zealand.
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July 2026
2 events- The National Party supports banning merchant surcharges, while the Greens oppose the ban, leading to a policy debate involving the Commerce Commission and MBIE.
- On July 1, 2026, several market developments occurred, including the Commerce Commission approving an asset sale, Infratil's One New Zealand facing leadership change, and the IMF recommending stimulus be dialed back.
June 2026
4 events- Multiple financial institutions (TSB Bank, ASB Bank, Nelson Building Society) admitted serious breaches of lending requirements around June 20, 2026, as the Commerce Commission's role moved to the Financial Markets Authority.
- Starlink is growing to be a dominant provider in New Zealand, prompting the Commerce Commission to investigate telecommunications regulation.
- Citizens used the monarch's birthday tradition to report excessive business charges.
- Kate Stone and the Commerce Commission criticized the Australian government for failing to act on corporate taxation levies.