Shares of distribution services firms gained the most on the New Zealand's Exchange, rising past 0.4% by midday Thursday.
Vulcan Steel (NZE:VSL, ASX:VSL) was the best performer in the sector, adding 0.4%.
On the other hand, consumer durables shares dropped past 1%.
KMD Brands (ASX:KMD, NZE:KMD) shares slid below 1% in recent trade.