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KiwiSaver government contributions 101: All you need to know

06/05/2025

If you're eligible, you could receive an extra boost to your KiwiSaver account annually. Each year could bring up to a maximum of $521.43 via the Government Contribution.

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Market fluctuations and your investments

Published 07/04/2025

While unsettling, periods of volatility are a normal part of long-term investing and past market events have shown that patience is often the best strategy. To better understand what is going on in the markets, check out our latest updates.

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education

Bouncing back: How to rebuild an emergency fund

Published 04/04/2025

You did the right thing. You spent the last year or two diligently building up your emergency savings - putting aside money bit by bit, staying disciplined, maybe even making sacrifices to get there. And then… life happened. What next?

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Foundation's latest funding supports young Kiwis

Published 27/03/2025

This month, the Simplicity Foundation reached a major milestone, reaching over $10 million in total donations. With $475,500 distributed in latest funding round to a range of organisations supporting youth development, education, and environmental restoration across New Zealand.

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charity

Donations to the Foundation reach $10M

Published 21/03/2025

The Simplicity Foundation hit a real milestone this month- reaching $10 million in donations! Since day one, 15% of our fees have gone to the Simplicity Foundation, helping them fund Kiwi charities that make a real difference.

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What do Trump and trade wars mean for investors?

Published 14/03/2025

The answer is simple: how can anyone possibly predict the future of something as complex as financial markets? Politics sway them - and that is a gamble of predictions at best.

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investments

Market commentary: What happened in February 2025

Published 13/03/2025

It was another turbulent month in markets, but as we have experienced many times over, this too shall pass. Get the latest updates in our February 2025 market commentary.

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Is NZ Super really 'Welfare'?

Published 12/02/2025

Here at Simplicity, we love a good conversation - even a good challenge! Hear from Shamubeel Eaqub regarding recent questions around his "Super is welfare" conversation with RNZ.

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Market commentary: What happened in January 2025

Published 11/02/2025

There's never a dull moment when it comes to what's happening in the US. Read the latest developments, as well as what's been happening in shares, bonds, and the wider economy in January.

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property investment

Simplicity Living to start 264 home Build-to-Rent development in Morningside

Published 07/02/2025

Simplicity Living has received resource consent to build 264 homes for long-term rent in Morningside, Auckland, set to begin mid-year and complete by 2027.

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