NZX has signalled plans to grow its Wealth Technologies platform further, despite long delays in bringing on its first customer.

A new online tool, Smart Investor, is being launched today to help Kiwis search and compare New Zealand investments such as KiwiSaver, shares, bonds and other types of managed products for the first time.

New Zealand advisers have an opportunity to raise greater awareness about reverse mortgages, as the product becomes increasingly popular in Australia, according to Heartland Bank CEO Chris Flood.

There are concerns that a bill that would make it easier for foster children to access KiwiSaver may be stopped in its tracks.

Sovereign has had its financial strength rating reaffirmed by AM Best.

nib New Zealand says the $69 million it paid in claims in the latter six months of last year was a record.

TSB has hit the market with an aggressive price offer, promising to match any one year home loan rate offered by an "Australian-owned" lender.

Mercer says it has reinforced its commitment to grow its investment consulting capabilities for the benefit of clients with its latest appointment.

The 2019 Financial Services Council and Workplace Savings NZ annual conference has been launched, with super earlybird tickets on sale.

A shake-up for New Zealand’s vocational training systems could have an impact on the financial advice sector – but it’s expected to be a positive one.