New Zealand insurers say obesity can be an issue for underwriters – but they are already a step ahead of their Australian counterparts when it comes to dealing with it.

KiwiSaver members have gained about $2.50 for every $1 they have contributed to the scheme, Milford Asset Management data shows.

Investors could yet be in for more of a clampdown from the Reserve Bank, experts predict.

Fisher Funds’ KiwiSaver schemes have been rated a “reasonable option” by Morningstar.

Nib has made pricing changes to its Ultimate Health products, which are distributed via advisers.

KiwiSaver providers should be required to disclose a range of extra information in their annual statements, including the total fee in dollar terms a member has paid during the year, the Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment is suggesting.

AA has entered the health insurance market, in partnership with nib.

Mortgage debt is now growing at the fastest rate in more than eight years.

Morningstar analysts have given their stamp of approval to a reduction in ANZ KiwiSaver fees.

Peer-to-peer platform Harmoney has launched its automated lending system.