New Zealand’s benchmark S&P/NZX 50 Index closed down 0.25% at 13,392.98, reflecting a lack of significant domestic news and influence from fluctuating international markets. The decline amounted to 33.15 points. More stocks declined (82) than advanced (59) during the trading session. Total trading volume reached 42.4 million, with a total value of $164.4 million. The market’s performance suggests investor caution in response to mixed signals from overseas exchanges. The session was characterized by a general lack of strong directional momentum.