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Asked by
Phil Twyford
Member for Te Atatū · Labour Party
Question
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How much, if any, of the $1.05 billion already invested in New Zealand under the Active Investor Plus visa scheme has been invested in productive capital for businesses?
Answered by
Hon Erica Stanford
Member for East Coast Bays · National Party · Minister of Immigration
Answer
As at 26 February 2026, $1.18 billion has been invested in the economy. Of this, approximately $19.6 million has been invested directly into New Zealand businesses, while a further $768 million has been indirectly invested via managed funds. As at 20 December 2025, the managed fund break down was: • Private credit: $371.2m • Private equity: $108.3m • Venture capital: $104.4m • DIMS: $100.9m • Funds of funds: $10m Total $593.9m The remainder is in bonds ($319 million), listed equities ($65 million), and property development ($10 million). An updated breakdown will be available end of March.