Kiwibank says its focus for the future is transforming into a digital business, with fewer branches and digitally-enabled sales supported by staff.

ANZ appoints a new boss for its broker business.

Former Mike Pero mortgage adviser James Heath has failed to overturn his restraint of trade agreement and set up a new business.

Former high-profile Nelson financial adviser Tony Mount has launched another appeal against his convictions.

New Zealand’s official cash rate will be reviewed less often in coming years.

AMP is making progress in diversifying its business following changes to life insurance tax with 25% of its most recent profit coming from wealth management.

Sharper loan-to-value restrictions for Auckland investors should never have happened in the first place, it was argued today, as the Reserve Bank announced a little more leeway.

Grosvenor Financial Services has launched a stripped down range of funds aimed at investors concerned about fees.

Kepa's head of marketing and communications Nicola Smee is to step down.

Health insurer nib has lent its support to a bill that would require parent category migrants to have health insurance, and maintain it for 10 years.

Milford Asset Management's private wealth division has been grated a discretionary investment management service (DIMS) licence by the FMA.

New Zealanders have been paid out more than $1 billion in personal insurance claims each year for the past five years, the Financial Services Council says.

Sovereign has been given the Rainbow Tick, signifying the company offers a welcoming work environment for gay and transgender employees.

Harbour Asset Management says its appointment of a new specialist operations analyst should give advisers confidence of "no surprises".