Switching your KiwiSaver - is now a good time?
02/02/2023
2022 was a turbulent year for investors. Globally, share markets fell by over 15%, while here in New Zealand KiwiSaver funds fell on average 6% to 10% over 12 months. The big question on everyone’s mind now is what will 2023 bring? Are things going to improve, will it be more of the same, or could it get worse? And what should I do?
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Compounding Benefit: Simplicity hits 60,000 members and $2.9 billion in funds.
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This week, we reached an important milestone.
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As a KiwiSaver manager, Sam Stubbs' inbox is bombarded with analysts and share brokers picking...
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A floating rate mortgage gives you the flexibility to repay principal at any time.
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