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Mark Lister: Why 2024 proved the need for global investment
OPINION: NZ investors are urged to diversify globally after local returns lagged in 2024.

Opinion: Local Government Act needs urgent reform for accountability
OPINION: The act has critical deficiencies that undermine its goals.

Editorial: Christmas donations show community spirit still shining through
OPINION: In trying financial times, people still find the capacity to give.

Spark's 40% plunge: What went wrong for the telecom giant?
OPINION: Spark removed from global index, share buyback questioned as debt rises.

Mark Lister: Santa rally in 2024? US stocks soar as optimism builds
OPINION: US shares rise 27% in 2024; Santa rally expected amid strong earnings.

Opinion: Beware, not all mortgage rate drops will follow OCR cuts
OPINION: Mark Lister warns: 'Not all rates will fall equally' despite recent OCR cuts.

Opinion: How Treaty Principles Bill has the potential to honour Te Tiriti’s promises
OPINION: New Zealand can build a more inclusive and principled national identity.

Letters to the editor: Māori Battalion haka heard on battlefield
OPINION: Our readers have their say.

Opinion: Trump v Fed - a showdown ahead as interest rate cuts continue
OPINION: US inflation stabilises, but Trump's policies may complicate Fed's strategy.

Mark Lister: Are you prepared for a Trump victory?
OPINION: If Trump wins another term, there are several takeaways for investors.

Comment: The challenges facing co-governance
The Rotorua co-governance discussion echoes broader debates within NZ and overseas.

Mark Lister: Comparing shares and property
OPINION: Experts suggest owning both asset types for balanced wealth creation.

Letters to the editor: Kudos to Rotorua Hospital staff
Opinion: Our readers have their say.

Mark Lister: Analysts predict brighter future for shares amid easing rates
OPINION: For these past four years New Zealand has been an underperformer.

Mark Lister: What 2025 could hold for the NZ dollar's fortunes
OPINON: Whether a stronger currency is good or not depends on your perspective.

Federal Reserve cuts rate by 0.50%: What it means for markets and inflation
OPINON: The Federal Reserve has started its easing cycle with a bang.

Letters to the editor: Meeting a wonderful queen
Opinion: Our readers have their say.

Opinion: Bad news - mortgage rates might not fall as much as you’re hoping
OPINION: OCR projected to drop to about 3% by early 2027, impacting future mortgage rates.

Mark Lister: Why gold is a must-have diversifier in uncertain economic times
OPINON: Gold has been one of the best performing assets these past two years.