Podcast (31 min)
What shapes financial wellbeing in New Zealand, why volatility is part of investing, and how long‑term thinking, from KiwiSaver to infrastructure, supports confidence and resilience.
Podcast (28 min)
KiwiSaver contribution rates have increased, with more changes ahead. A clear breakdown of what’s changing, what it means for New Zealanders, and the options to consider.
Podcast (34 min)
Sudden market moves can be unsettling. An explanation of what’s behind recent volatility, common investor mistakes, and why long‑term discipline matters.
Podcast (32 min)
New survey insights reveal changing attitudes towards housing, KiwiSaver and investing. What’s driving sentiment and how investment preferences are shifting.
Podcast (26 min)
The OCR has been left on hold, but rates are already lifting. What the decision signals for mortgages, savings, housing and the wider economy.
Podcast (34 min)
Early 2026 has delivered sharp market swings across sectors and regions. A look at what’s really driving markets and why diversification still matters.
Podcast (30 min)
A once‑in‑a‑generation payout is reshaping rural New Zealand. What it means for farming businesses, investment decisions and succession planning.
Podcast (37 min)
The key risks, opportunities and mega forces expected to shape markets in 2026. What investors should be watching in the year ahead.
Podcast (30 min)
Global shocks, changing policy settings and cautious sentiment defined 2025. A review of the themes that shaped economies and markets over the year.
Podcast (38 min)
The investment questions top of mind for Kiwi investors right now. Insights into markets, rates, property and why mindset matters.
Blog (6 min)
A volatile month saw escalating geopolitical tensions disrupt global markets, with the Iran conflict and the effective closure of the Strait of Hormuz pushing oil prices sharply higher.
Report (13 min)
The global economic outlook has been disrupted by renewed conflict in the Middle East. With the Strait of Hormuz effectively closed, major oil, gas and fertiliser supply chains are under pressure.
Blog (5 min)
Global markets moved higher in February despite a softer US finish. Market leadership continued to rotate as last year's winners lagged and cheaper markets regained favour.
Blog (4 min)
Markets entered 2026 amid heightened geopolitical risk and rapid change. A look beyond the headlines at the long‑term forces and earnings trends shaping the global economy and markets.
Blog (6 min)
December delivered mixed but ultimately positive overall results for markets. Two key investor themes emerge for 2026: maintaining long-term focus and rethinking diversification beyond local assets.
Report (8 min)
After a tough recession, clearer signs of recovery are emerging. Economic growth is expected to grow through 2026 as improving cashflows support spending and activity.
Blog (3 min)
Rising volatility exposed clear winners and losers as the “everything rally” faded. A more granular approach to portfolio diversification is needed as markets become increasingly nuanced heading into 2026.
Blog (4 min)
Disciplined portfolio construction helps balance risk and return through changing conditions. A look at managing short‑term risks early while maintaining a long‑term investment focus.
Blog (5 min)
Weak economic growth has weighed on New Zealand shares and the dollar. The importance of offshore assets and currency exposure in well‑diversified portfolios is underscored.
Report (9 min)
Following a sharp mid‑2024 downturn, the economy delivered two solid quarters of growth before momentum temporarily stalled in the June quarter.
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