He told Morning Report the first thing that went through his mind when he heard of Ardern's decision was respect for the job she had done.
However, her decision has not changed anything for ordinary New Zealanders. This week had seen a record low level in business confidence and a 32-year high in food prices.
"It's going to get worse, it's going to get more painful and they need a government that's going to get things done for them so they can get ahead," Luxon said.
Politically safe but very valid points are made by Luxon in this particular article.