KiwiSaver news
Mary Holm: Do we really need to save $1.45m for retirement?
OPINION: The figures provided by the FinEd centre seem high.
Biggest KiwiSaver provider ANZ among the worst performing
And the fund that was the highest performer last year.
Diana Clement: Debt snowballs and debt avalanches – how to pay ongoing costs in the New Year
OPINION: People find ways to disguise their financial problems from themselves.
Kirk Hope: How to give yourself financial freedom in 2025
OPINION: KiwiSaver is a key part of getting ahead in the future.
Diana Clement: How Christmas conversations can lead to wealth inequality insights
OPINION: Ask children open-ended questions to encourage reflection.
'Let’s not panic, but let’s actually sort it out' - Treasury boss on NZ’s deteriorating finances
Iain Rennie on taking the helm at the Treasury amid stormy clouds.
Jenée Tibshraeny: Government caution on Kiwibank capitalisation a win – for now
OPINION: Why seeking local private investment in Kiwibank is a win for the Govt – for now.
Diana Clement: The best financial gift for kids this Christmas
Why using Christmas as a kickstart for kids' financial future makes sense.
Mary Holm: Paying higher KiwiSaver fees doesn’t guarantee better returns
OPINION: It's not like buying a car, coat or a catamaran.
The $200,000 mistake thousands of KiwiSavers made
Conservative KiwiSaver funds have returned an average 4.1% a year over 10 years.
Mary Holm: Focusing on share returns for less than a year - that’s just silly
OPINION: Plus, Lotto chief executive explains how people react to winning big.
Mary Holm: Hanging on for the share market ride
OPINION: Why it's not a good idea to flick in and out of shares.
Diana Clement: How to compare KiwiSaver funds
OPINION: It’s important to understand the pitfalls of switching KiwiSaver.
What does international sharemarket turmoil mean for KiwiSaver?
Around 60% of KiwiSaver assets are invested overseas.
Mary Holm: My teenager has saved $20k - where should she invest it?
A KiwiSaver fund could be a good option if she wants to buy a house.
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.
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.
Mary Holm: More tax support after 65? Careful Boomers! You haven't had it too bad financially
OPINION: Let's not start an all-out intergenerational war.
What’s driving the big jump in KiwiSaver financial hardship withdrawals?
A record $29.2 million in KiwiSaver funds were taken out in March alone.