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RBNZ Releases Updated Financial Stability Indicators
Wed, 18 Sep 2024 14:01:37 +1200 | The Reserve Bank of New Zealand
As outlined in its Memorandum of Understanding with the Minister of Finance, the RBNZ is committed to transparency in its risk assessment framework, including by providing the indicators that guide its macro-prudential policy settings.More >>
Sixty Per Cent Of ANZ Consumers Spending Less At Small To Medium Businesses Due To Inflation: Constant Contact Report
Wed, 18 Sep 2024 11:31:18 +1200 | Constant Contact
“Small businesses make up almost 98 per cent of businesses in Australia and New Zealand, and supporting them right now will genuinely help some of these businesses survive the economic storm,” said Renee Chaplin, VP Asia Pacific, Constant Contact.More >>
Quarterly Current Account Deficit $7.2 Billion
Wed, 18 Sep 2024 11:05:05 +1200 | Stats NZ
“In the June 2024 quarter, New Zealand continued to issue bonds to overseas investors, which further added to the amount of interest paid on all issued bonds,” senior manager Stuart Jones said.More >>
Kiwibank Rate Changes - Tuesday, 17 September
Tue, 17 Sep 2024 20:29:41 +1200 | Kiwibank
Changes to Home Loan fixed rates and Term Deposit rates effective Tuesday, 17 September. More >>
NZ Has Never Exercised Governance Over Threats From Trans-National Criminals; Easy To Facilitate Trans-National Crime
Tue, 17 Sep 2024 20:19:46 +1200 | Asia Pacific AML
If New Zealand’s government is serious about protecting its people, it needs to start showing levels of governance that can stand up to international scrutiny. More >>
Suncorp New Zealand Appoints Debbie Mills As EGM Technology
Tue, 17 Sep 2024 09:53:13 +1200 | Suncorp
Suncorp New Zealand CEO Jimmy Higgins said that Mills joins the business at a time key technology transformation initiatives get underway to further improve customer and employee experience, so the wealth of knowledge she brings will be valuable.More >>
Innovative Kiwi Businesses Unlock Global Opportunities With AI
Mon, 16 Sep 2024 15:39:13 +1200 | Callaghan Innovation
Designed to boost economic growth and exports via the rapid adoption of AI, the AI Activator is a Callaghan Innovation collaboration with partners NZTE and NIWA. More >>
ANZIIF Support ICNZ’s Call For Faster Climate Action
Mon, 16 Sep 2024 15:05:44 +1200 | ANZIIF
ANZIIF acknowledges the far-reaching impacts of climate change on New Zealand’s economy, public safety, and environment. Addressing this issue is vital to ensuring the wellbeing of people, businesses, and communities.More >>
New Funding For ‘Smart Ideas’ To Address Challenges For Primary Sector
Mon, 16 Sep 2024 11:11:49 +1200 | AgResearch
The three AgResearch projects to receive funding, outlined in summaries below, feature research using technology known as RNAi to control fungal diseases threatening plants & animals, nanofertilisers to reduce pollution from nitrogen loss, and development ...More >>
Analytical Note: Financial Market Reaction To Monetary Policy Surprises
Mon, 16 Sep 2024 10:35:33 +1200 | The Reserve Bank of New Zealand
Understanding the effects of monetary policy surprises on financial markets is key given the importance of central bank communication and the role financial markets play in the transmission of monetary policy.More >>
Parihaka Infrastructure Upgrades Funded
Mon, 16 Sep 2024 09:06:03 +1200 | New Zealand Government
The Government will provide a $5.8 million grant to improve water infrastructure at Parihaka in Taranaki, Regional Development Minister Shane Jones and Māori Development Minister Tama Potaka say.More >>
Innovative Board Game Teaching Children About Investing
Mon, 16 Sep 2024 02:31:44 +1200 | University of Canterbury
University of Canterbury (UC) graduate Alli Kennedy has brought to life her innovative board game, Sharenanigans, from an idea she developed while studying. More >>
FMA Publishes Ethical Investing Disclosure Insights Update
Mon, 16 Sep 2024 02:28:37 +1200 | Financial Markets Authority
The insights follow the FMA’s 2022 thematic review of how managed investment scheme (MIS) managers had applied the FMA’s disclosure framework for integrated financial products guidance issued in 2020.More >>
From Property To Precious Metals: Rethinking Investment Strategies For Future Generations
Mon, 16 Sep 2024 02:25:44 +1200 | New Zealand Gold Merchants
A family's financial legacy highlights the importance of teaching children about gold investment, often overlooked despite its potential for portfolio diversification and long-term security.More >>
Understanding Artificial Intelligence In Financial Services
Mon, 16 Sep 2024 02:22:29 +1200 | Financial Markets Authority
Effective AI integration requires careful consideration of data quality, technology choice, and documentation. Our research underscores these aspects as critical for minimising risks and ensuring ethical use.More >>
Helping Get Māori Into A Home Of Their Own
Mon, 16 Sep 2024 02:22:05 +1200 | Anglican Financial Care
From 1 September 2024, Anglican Financial Care will provide loans for housing on Māori land, offering new opportunities for eligible individuals to build or relocate homes.More >>
ANZIIF Announce The Return Of The Annual Australian Liability Conference
Mon, 16 Sep 2024 02:20:15 +1200 | ANZIIF
The 17th Australian Liability Conference on 30th October 2024 will focus on emerging risks in insurance, featuring insights from industry leaders, including discussions on AI and class actions.More >>
Pacific Island Leaders Call For Bold Action To Replenish IDA
Mon, 16 Sep 2024 02:19:06 +1200 | World Bank
Pacific Island leaders demand a robust replenishment of the World Bank's IDA21 to support development and climate resilience amid global economic challenges. More >>
Central Banks Remain In Focus, As The Herd Of Policymakers Head South For The Northern Winter
Mon, 16 Sep 2024 02:06:45 +1200 | Kiwi Economics
The Fed is expected to announce its first interest rate cut in four years next week, with debate ongoing between a 25bps and 50bps reduction amidst mixed economic indicators. More >>
FinCap Disappointed In Safe Lending Changes
Mon, 16 Sep 2024 02:06:35 +1200 | FinCap
We believe licensing will allow the FMA to prevent irresponsible lending practices in a more timely manner. Now is also a good time to improve regulator visibility of debt collection markets through licensing.More >>
