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Belinda Nash
October 11, 2024
The NZX 50: New Zealand’s main stock market index
The NZX is New Zealand’s stock exchange with a rich 150 year history. Today its benchmark index the NZX 50, is considered by some as being less volatile than the ASX 200, and possibly lower risk than the S&P 500. Discover more about Te Paehoko o Aotearoa.
Belinda Nash
September 26, 2024
How to build financial wellbeing starting with a money buffer
Financial wellbeing is wellbeing, and small steps today can help you reach your goals faster and reduce stress along the way. Here are 5 simple steps to help get your money working smarter and take the worry away.
Belinda Nash
August 29, 2024
Warren Buffett quotes: Lessons on investing from the Oracle of Omaha
At 94 years young, famous US investor Warren Buffett has learned a few painful billion dollar lessons along the way. But the man famous for enjoying McDonald’s for brekkie and Dairy Queen on Sunday is still not afraid to fail.
Belinda Nash
July 30, 2024
The ASX 200: Australia’s main stock market index
The ASX, or Australian Securities Exchange, is renowned for its strong focus on the banking and mining sectors and its good market depth and liquidity. With a history dating back to the 1800s, today it features in the top 20 largest stock exchanges in the world.
Amanda Broughton
April 30, 2024
Custodian or own name - different ways you can own shares
What’s the difference between custodial share ownership - giving investors hands-off management - versus direct ownership allowing investors more control and self administration?
Amanda Broughton
April 8, 2024
Tax on shares: How much tax do you pay on investments
Are you looking to invest but unsure what it means for your tax obligations? Learn more about tax on share trading in NZ, as well as how much tax you pay on investments, and when you may need to pay it.
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