OpinionInside Money: Super model fashion choices - cardigans v bikinisAs the Labour Party looks across the Tasman for superannuation inspiration, another Australian "independent think-tank" has cast an envious glance our way.07 May 04:11 AM
OpinionBrent Sheather: Deviation isn't all badReaders of this column will know that it advocates achieving exposure to shares and other risky assets, in part, via passive funds.06 May 09:30 PM
InvestmentMortgage trust wins $3.1m caseAn Auckland mortgage trust has won a $3.1 million High Court claim against a company part-owned by a bankrupt property developer.05 May 05:00 PM
InvestmentEx rich-lister developer back in courtA former rich-lister recently discharged from bankruptcy is heading back to court, facing charges including misleading authorities and concealing property.05 May 05:00 PM
OpinionBarry Ritholtz: What's really motivating market commentary?A bias is influencing market commentary. Barry Ritholtz takes a look at the motivations of various pundits, strategists and fund managers.05 May 06:00 AM
OpinionNick McDonald: Success in the face of adversityLast week I happened to attend an outstanding talk in Tauranga by All Blacks Mental Skills coach Gilbert Enoka.04 May 09:30 PM
KiwiSaverJoyce on Labour KiwiSaver planNational fired a broadside yesterday at Labour's plan to control interest rates with the help of compulsory KiwiSaver.04 May 05:00 PM
OpinionDiana ClementDiana Clement: Landlords' gripes reveal perils of propertyDealing with tenants is one of the biggest banes of many landlords' lives. Many break the rules, break things, or call in the middle of the night complaining about plumbing or rats in the roof.02 May 05:00 PM
OpinionMary HolmMary Holm: Savers wait for banks to boost returnsWe've heard a lot about interest rate rises and the effect on house buyer mortgage costs. But when will the banks be putting up the return on the savings of people with term deposits?02 May 05:00 PM
Personal FinanceSilver looks like gold as slump defies car-part useIs silver being undermined by its association with gold?02 May 02:20 AM
TaxAmazon starts collecting Florida sales taxFlorida is joining 20 other states that collect sales tax on Amazon purchases, meaning just about everything bought there will now cost 6 per cent more.02 May 01:45 AM
OpinionInside Money: Keep KiwiSaver tidy - why it doesn't need messing withLabour’s proposal to transform KiwiSaver into a direct instrument of monetary policy has generated acres of comment.30 Apr 09:30 PM
OpinionInside Money: How default apathy keeps fees highAustralia’s A$1.7 trillion super system has come in for another mauling, this time at the hands of “independent think tank”, the Grattan Institute.28 Apr 09:30 PM
KiwiSaverKiwiSaver yet to win public's trustThe industry needs to win the public's trust before people will hand over their retirement savings in exchange for a regular income.28 Apr 02:45 AM
OpinionInside Money: Old selfies could help you saveBy age 67 I will, according to a digitally-imagined version of my future self look equal parts ex-coalminer and chimpanzee.23 Apr 09:30 PM
OpinionBrent Sheather: It's your money, foolDespite all the time and effort going into behavioural finance these days it seems many investors still buy high and sell low.22 Apr 09:30 PM
OpinionMary HolmMary Holm: Risks take shine off gold investmentI came across your website, www.maryholm.com, which is why I am reaching out to you because I respect you as an authority in the field of finance and investments.19 Apr 03:33 AM
TaxHavens leave US taxpayers $1,259 tab each - reportTaxpayers would need to pay an average of $1,259 more a year to make up the federal and state taxes lost to corporations and individuals sheltering money in overseas tax havens, according to a report.16 Apr 04:30 AM
BDBDInterest ratesInflation rises less than expectedConsumer prices rose 0.3pc in the first quarter as a hike in tobacco taxes was offset by cheaper in-season vegetables.15 Apr 10:53 PM
InvestmentAuckland rental prices steadyThe figures for Auckland rental properties are out. So where are the most expensive places to rent in the city - and where can you get a bargain?15 Apr 09:45 PM
OpinionInside Money: New rules spell death for superUnder proposed FMC regulations, all super schemes will have to meet a "sole purpose" test - ie the savings must only be used for retirement.14 Apr 09:30 PM
OpinionHelen TwoseKiwiSaver: Growth or caution? - a timely questionI am 21 years old and have about $4000 in my KiwiSaver. Because I've been contracting for the last couple of years I haven't been making any contributions.14 Apr 05:30 PM
BDBDInvestmentHellaby adds $20m in annual sales with acquisitionsHellaby Holdings expects to add $20m to annual revenue after buying New Zealand Trucks South Island and Dasko Marketing NZ.14 Apr 03:16 AM
Personal FinanceWill positive thinking cost you?What if the "power of positive thinking" is simply a numbing drumbeat that reinforces the positivity delusion, leading us to make blockheaded business and investment decisions?14 Apr 03:00 AM
Personal FinanceDiana Clement: Serious illness can trigger financial miseryDeath brings financial disaster for many families. If the breadwinner dies without adequate life insurance, the family can be left to struggle on benefits.12 Apr 01:07 AM
OpinionMary HolmMary Holm: Cashing-up can lead to frustrating delayI was somewhat surprised to learn that one fund manager has requested 63 days' notification prior to paying out, and it doesn't end there, writes Mary Holm.11 Apr 04:15 PM
InvestmentCrowdfunding lures new investors seeking sharesNewer crowdfunding sites are giving investors the chance to earn something other than t-shirts and trial products - money.10 Apr 02:00 AM
