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What do Trump and trade wars mean for investors?

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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Market commentary: What happened in October 2024

Published 06/11/2024

The US election circus came to town in October, and was the subject dominating market-related headlines during this month. But why is the US election relevant to the NZ markets and economy?

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Value for money in KiwiSaver (what does it mean?)

Published 04/11/2024

Value for money in KiwiSaver is more than just the fees you pay - it’s about the quality and range of benefits you receive in return. Yet, understanding what you’re really getting for your money isn’t always easy...

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The Foundation donates $688k in latest funding round

Published 14/10/2024

The Simplicity Foundation distributed a total of $688,000 in the September funding round, across a range of impactful initiatives. These donations focused on supporting environmental preservation, education, youth development, and social support.

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Market commentary: What happened in September 2024

Published 09/10/2024

September turned out to be another busy and interesting month for markets, with the local stock market dominated by capital raising and takeovers. Read more via our monthly market commentary.

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Meet the Magnificent Eight

Published 09/09/2024

In his latest article for Informed Investor magazine, Simplicity MD Sam Stubbs predicts a bright future in New Zealand, where the finance industry and banks move aside as consumers call the shots. He explores eight key themes, starting with the...

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Market commentary: What happened in August 2024

Published 06/09/2024

August saw the Japanese share market spiral into free-fall, losing 12% in one trading day. Find out what happened across markets.

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First Foundation gives talented young people a hand up

Published 23/08/2024

Many highly capable students are held back by their socioeconomic status. First Foundation is changing that by giving talented young Kiwis a hand up to attend university and reach their full potential.

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Market commentary: What happened in July 2024

Published 12/08/2024

You could probably hear a collective Hallelujah (not the song by Leonard Cohen, but rather a cheer) as finally mortgage interest rates showed signs of starting to decline in July. Read on for all the latest in markets, rates and...

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Foundation supports youth, community and marine restoration

Published 31/07/2024

In its latest round of giving, the Simplicity Foundation donated $355,000 to five charity partners working in youth and community development; and made a $100,000 donation under the environmental pillar to Revive our Gulf,…

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