The New Zealand sharemarket experienced a fluctuating trading session to begin the week, ultimately closing down 0.2%. Light trading volumes characterised the day, with the S&P/NZX 50 Index oscillating before reaching a low of 13,890.69. The index finished at 13,942.83, representing a decrease of 31.35 points. A significant factor in this downturn was the performance of Fisher & Paykel Healthcare, which exerted downward pressure on the market. Despite the overall decline, trading remained relatively subdued. Investors reacted to market conditions, resulting in the day's varied performance across the New Zealand exchange. The opening session suggests cautious sentiment at the start of the trading week in New Zealand.