The Financial Markets Authority has finally appointed a new chief economist, a year after the inugural appointment departed.

The latest Value of an Adviser Report from Russell Investments reveals the value of advice outweights adviser fees.

James Dunbar will be responsible for adviser relationships across the lower South Island.

Research suggests a savings rate of 5% of net income after KiwiSaver contributions, matched by an equal employer contribution, would be sufficient to provide a retirement income for thej majority of KiwiSaver members pre-retirement income.

REINZ welcomes regulation of methamphetamine contamination in rental housing.

FMT's Bruce Smith starts his next chapter after a decade of outstanding contributions to the business and advisers.

While the RBNZ yesterday delivered on what the economy and Kiwis desperately needed, some economists don’t think the OCR cuts are at an end.

Financial Advice New Zealand has launched a 12-week certificate programme to help advisers with their use of AI.

The Reserve Bank has cut the OCR 50 points to 2.5%.

The Reserve Bank has cut the OCR 50 points to 2.5%.

FMA says McClune’s actions were a “gross breach of trust” and exploited close personal relationships.

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