Non-energy minerals stocks gained the most on New Zealand's Exchange, rising almost 2% at midday Friday.
Shares of KMD Brands (ASX:KMD, NZE:KMD) rose 2% in recent trade.
Meanwhile, the health technology sector shares fell 1%.
Fisher & Paykel Healthcare's (ASX:FPH, NZE:FPH) was down 1% in recent trade.