As people look to align their investment choices to their values, our advisers are increasingly being asked about sustainable investing – what it means, and the criteria fund managers use when considering these investment opportunities. Sustainable investing is also...
Looking to buy a new home in the next few years and about to start parental leave? If the answer is yes, and you’re applying for the KiwiSaver First Home Grant, you might need to be wary of a few technicalities. The grant offers eligible first home buyers between...
When it comes to KiwiSaver, you can’t underestimate the importance of choosing the right investment fund. The best fund for you is based on how old you are now, when you want to withdraw your money (for retirement or first home), your attitude to risk and your...
A recent report by ASB Bank has indicated that despite saving more than men, women have 12 percent less funds come retirement. The report claims this is because women are more likely to save more into their bank savings accounts instead of investing in an appropriate...
Global sharemarkets performed strongly in April, continuing the positive sentiment that has existed for most of 2021 so far. The three key themes for the continued strong performance are: The continued roll-out of the Covid-19 vaccine across the world; Better than...