An expectation Maori businesses will continue to start up and expand

A large economic report on the state of the Maori economy is expected to be released early this year.

It follows a snapshot which shows asset growth and a significant amount of businesses expanding, across sectors.

MBIE General Manager of Maori Economic Development, Shar Amner, says we're seeing better analysis and data collecting.

He says this can help inform iwi groups, financial institutions, and governments.