Despite plenty of hype about a slowing property market, professional property investors remain confident about their ability to make money from real estate, according to the second annual NZPIF/ANZ Property Investors Survey.

One thing you can safely say about the fixed interest sector is that there is no shortage of investment choices.

Fidelity Life Options Portfolio: The alternative fixed interest investment with zing!

Three insurance broking firms in the South Island have merged to create a business which will have annual turnover of more than $40 million.

The Reserve Bank has left the Official Cash Rate unchanged and said that falls in the foreseeable future are unlikely.

Auckland

Arcus, in its latest quarterly investment strategy report, is suggesting investors put more focus on the offshore market as the New Zealand economy’s five year bull-run is coming to an end.

State Services Minister Trevor Mallard has set up twp committess to look at the next steps for developing state sector savings.

Wrightson Finance is planning to raise up to $60 million to help re-establish itself as a leading provider of financial services to the rural sector.

Weekly Home Loan Report: Last week was quiet in the home loan market, but this week looks to be interesting with a number of changes and announcements.

The Securities Commission has warned that it will be reviewing finance company disclosure documents this year and may take action if necessary.

Reserve Bank governor Alan Bollard is likely to keep interest rates where they are when he reviews his official cash rate (OCR) on Thursday.

Nelson

Christchurch