We've had plenty of commentary on the code, suffice to say the general feeling has been it is simpler more straightforward.

The Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment predicts around 900 advisers will exit the industry when the new financial advisers laws come into effect.

The Reserve Bank has ordered two independent reviews into ANZ New Zealand "to provide assurance it is operating in a prudent manner".

Fidelity Life and health insurer nib have confirmed joint quoting and application capabilities will continue from July 1, when the existing agreement comes to an end.

Fidelity Life and nib have confirmed joint quoting and application capabilities will continue from July 1.

Authorised financial adviser numbers grew in the last year for which data will be kept on them.

The biggest news story of the week has to ANZ chief executive David Hisco falling on his sword. (Some may describe the sword actions differently, but that's something for readers to decide).

Harbour Asset Management has added a Fixed Income Market Strategist, following the departure of Christian Hawkesby and an Investment Specialist to its team.

Former Morningstar research director Chris Douglas has teamed up with the research house to deliver access to a new tool for advisers.

Forthcoming limits on new entrants to the industry are predicted to hit small advice firms hardest.

Health insurer nib is setting out to increase its own presence in the adviser market with an enhanced distribution model, after its current partnership with Fidelity Life ends.

Economists say the Reserve Bank will keep the Official Cash Rate on hold next week, despite mounting global uncertainty and weak growth in New Zealand.

Investment platform Sharesies has become an NZX participant, allowing it to trade shares in individual companies.