The risk of finding income in a low-interest-rate world
As global interest rates sink to near zero or below, the search for regular income has become increasingly desperate. But, according to Mint Asset Management’s David Boyle, yield-oriented investors must remember that “certainty” can come at a high cost ...
In May 2006 the last great wave of NZ finance company collapses began to surge in a swell that would ultimately carry away $3 billion plus of retail investor capital in its backwash.
A recent memory, perhaps, but 14 years is long enough for many investors to forget the details. Less than a year after one of the final GFC-era finance company legal cases closed in a guilty verdict (Viaduct...MORE»
Guide to market recoveriesThursday, May 28th, 6:00AM
The shape of a market recovery isn’t clear, but history provides some context. MORE» |
Will corporates embrace remote working?Friday, May 22nd, 6:31AM
Will the success of corporate employees working from home during lockdown lead to a permanent shift to workers being home-based? MORE» |
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Optimistic view of New Zealand equities likely to continue [+VIDEO]Saturday, May 16th, 3:45PM
Investors’ optimistic view of the New Zealand sharemarket is likely to continue in the wake of yesterday’s Budget announcements, according to Milford Asset Management Senior Analyst Frances Sweetman. MORE» |
Bounce backThursday, May 14th, 12:54PM
The Harbour Investment Outlook summarises recent market developments, what we are monitoring closely and our key views on the outlook for fixed interest, credit and equity markets. MORE» |
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Time for financial advisers to step up on KiwiSaver
New Zealand’s KiwiSaver market has probably reached the critical mass required to create opportunities for financial advisers to assist, the Financial Markets Authority’s chief executive says. MORE»
Financial advice saving retirement futures: Adviser
A financial adviser who offers digital advice on KiwiSaver says he’s seen a “huge uptick” in demand for help during the Covid-19 disruption – and those who have received guidance have made it through the market volatility in better shape. MORE»
FMA: Providers working to help panicked switchers
The Financial Markets Authority says KiwiSaver providers have been making efforts to advise worried investors during recent market disruption. MORE»
Level the KiwiSaver default playing field
New Zealand deserves a level (default) playing field. MORE»
NZ market a better performer in slump: Morningstar
While growth funds took a hammering in the first quarter of this year, the category is still the best performer over the longer term, Morningstar’s latest KiwiSaver survey shows. MORE»
Advisers helping clients do better: AMP
Some KiwiSaver members could get a nasty surprise when they receive an update from their provider telling them what sort of income their savings could generate in retirement, one provider says. MORE»
Responsible managers claim a win
“Ethical” KiwiSaver funds are outperforming their mainstream competitors through Covid-19 market disruption, a responsible investment platform says. MORE»
KiwiSaver withdrawal process 'should be easier'
There are calls for New Zealand to follow Australia’s lead and make it easier for those affected by Covid-19 to access KiwiSaver savings. MORE»
