Insurance advisers seem to have better complaints processes in place than the big insurance companies, one external disputes resolution provider says.

Financial advisers are stepping in while the Government 'does nothing' to ensure KiwiSaver works for New Zealanders, one market commentator says.

AMP is making alterations to its leadership team as it prepares for major changes to the business this year.

Customers will have the option of level premiums to age 100, thanks to changes being announced to Asteron Life insurance policies.

A last hurrah on international equity markets may provide opportunities for investors this year, but the local options are more limited, one fund manager says.

S&P Global Ratings has placed its B long-term issuer credit rating on FE Investments on CreditWatch with negative implications.

New Zealand mortgage advisers have expressed their disappointment at recommendations from Australia's Royal Commission, including bans on commission and a possible move to a fee-for-service model.

The Australian Treasury has moved to implement recommendations made in yesterday's Royal Commission report, including banning trail commission and the possibility of a fee-for-service model for mortgage advisers.

Trustees Executors has appointed a new national manager of trusts and estates.

If financial advisers needed any further proof that change is on the horizon, the report of the Australian Royal Commission into Misconduct in the Banking, Superannuation and Financial Advice sectors has delivered it.

The final report from Australia's Royal Commission has called for a sweeping overhaul of mortgage adviser pay, including banning commission from lenders and making customers pay a fee for service.

About 60% of all KiwiSaver funds tracked by Morningstar ended 2018 in the red.

ANZ's former chief investment officer has taken up roles with BNZ.

Non-bank lender First Mortgage Trust has confirmed its management company has been taken over by the private equity firm Capital Group. The announcement comes after TMM Online revealed the deal on Friday.

Strong economic and population growth and a tight rental market mean Tauranga remains an appealing option for investors, writes Miriam Bell.