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Are central banks good doctors? Comparing RBNZ and US inflation strategies
OPINION: How the RBNZ's cautious monetary policies have over-treated the NZ economy.

Mary Holm: Two ways to painlessly build your wealth
OPINION: Tax cuts and lower mortgage rates provide opportunities.

Stock Takes: Which KiwiSaver funds were hit hardest by this week’s market volatility?
And why this earnings season could be largely irrelevant to the sharemarket's performance.

Auckland property: 44% of apartments sell for loss
Some owners may just be prepared to take a loss, but long-term gains still likely.

Market close: NZ shares left behind as Asian markets rally from Nikkei rout
The S&P/NZX 50 Index dipped 18.73 points, or 0.2%, to 12,245.76.

What does international sharemarket turmoil mean for KiwiSaver?
Around 60% of KiwiSaver assets are invested overseas.

Govt can't kick the Covid hangover, with debt up 130%
High interest costs and unwinding the money printing programme weigh on the Govt's books.

Diana Clement: How neurodiversity impacts financial decisions
OPINION: Financial services providers need to consider their neurodiverse clients' needs.

Tax cuts: Five ways to put your money to work instead of spending it
Pitiful or opportunity? Why your $20 tax break might not be so small.

Who are New Zealand’s 1%, and how do you get there?
If you want to join the country's wealthiest people, you're best to start early.

'Swallowed by household bills': Budgeting service doubts tax cuts will go far
"I think it will help pay for those things that are already risen."

Why NZ home mortgage rates are on their way down
NZ two-year swap rates have fallen sharply over the last month.

What will tax cuts mean for households?
From July 31, new tax thresholds apply, which will reduce most people's income tax bills.

Diana Clement: How apps are teaching kids about money
OPINION: New digital banking apps are revolutionising kids' financial learning.

Mary Holm: Rich and unhappy – why not volunteer?
OPINION: You could try being a business mentor or sitting on a not-for-profit board.

The Warehouse takeover: What's it going to take to win over the rich-list Norman family
Stephen Tindall and Adamantem still have a lot of work to do to get deal done.

Squirrel hacked: Some investor data breached, overseas attacker suspected
'They can’t hold us to ransom': Overseas hacker suspected in Squirrel attack.

Mary Holm: Our daughter has ongoing health issues and we want to set up KiwiSaver for her
OPINION: And what happens when your daughter turns 65?

'Not his fault' - support group on SkyCity gambler who lost $1m
'Gambling products are harmful and gambling operators have a duty of care.'

Are you missing out on secret special interest rates?
Big discounts available to those who know how to get them, brokers say.

Market close: Mixed day for local stocks; Nvidia tumbles on US govt threat
The New Zealand sharemarket took a breather after a string of positive days.

SkyCity casino to shut for five days, licence suspended temporarily
Failures spanned five years from February 2018 until March 2023.

State insurer looks into subsidising homeowners to make their properties more resilient
Government officials study insurance schemes overseas that offer homeowners grants.

Mexican lawyer’s bid to join brother in NZ thrown out despite $3 million offer
A $3 million promise was not enough for the man who dreamed of moving to NZ.

Auckland real estate agency fined $7000, censured for 25 audit breaches
Breaches which occurred during a three-year period resulted in a tribunal ruling.

Jarden Wealth Weekly: Four ways to manage your emotions in this market
OPINION: Emotions can negatively impact your investment decisions.

How much do you need to earn to get a home loan in NZ now?
The amount varies whether you are single or a couple with children.

Diana Clement: Where there is a will there is a way
OPINION: You don’t need to be rich to leave a little something to charities when you die.

Mary Holm: I’ve won $82,000 worth of prizes from competitions and won’t touch Lotto
OPINION: Want a better chance at winning something?