Non-energy minerals shares gained the most on New Zealand's Exchange, rising nearly 3% on Wednesday.

Shares of Fletcher Building (NZE:FBU, ASX:FBU) were up almost 1% in recent trade.

Meanwhile, the consumer durables sector fell by about 4%.

Shares of KMD Brands (NZE:KMD, ASX:KMD) dropped by roughly 4% in recent trade.