About Motu & our services

Motu Research is the top-ranked economics organisation in Aotearoa New Zealand, according to the Research Papers in Economics website, which ranks all economists and economic research organisations in the world based on the quantity and quality of their research publications.

We help decision-makers grapple with complex social, environmental and economic issues with world-class economic and public policy research.

Motu Research is independent and never advocates an expressed ideology or political position. A not-for-profit and charitable trust, Motu Research is founded on the belief that sound public policy depends on rigorous research, accompanied by well-informed and reasoned debate.

What we can do for you

We are widely regarded as a treasury of world-class, rigorous economic and public policy research, policy analysis, mentoring, debate and capacity building.

 
Our work continues to have a highly influential impact, including informing government policy.

If you’re grappling with a public policy challenge, we can help. Our team can provide you with world-class, independent, evidence-based research to support you in designing policies to improve New Zealanders’ lives. Our researchers combine international expertise with a deep commitment to building stronger futures for New Zealanders. If you’d like to explore how we can support you, please get in touch.

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