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The New Zealand Tax Podcast – an intriguing consultation on the Foreign Investment Fund rules reflects a constant theme of the past year in tax
24th Dec 24, 12:10pm
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The New Zealand Tax Podcast – an intriguing consultation on the Foreign Investment Fund rules reflects a constant theme of the past year in tax
David Skilling says there is high potential for economic and geopolitical disruption in 2025. These ten developments in December provide a sense of what to expect
24th Dec 24, 12:00pm
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David Skilling says there is high potential for economic and geopolitical disruption in 2025. These ten developments in December provide a sense of what to expect
Lynda Moore says goal setting is about clarity, planning, and action. She has the roadmap to turn those ideas into accomplishments
24th Dec 24, 9:00am
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Lynda Moore says goal setting is about clarity, planning, and action. She has the roadmap to turn those ideas into accomplishments
Jack Santa Barbara says ACT's proposed legislation threatens all the protections in place for a healthy population and environment. And it threatens any future protections that might be needed
24th Dec 24, 8:59am
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Jack Santa Barbara says ACT's proposed legislation threatens all the protections in place for a healthy population and environment. And it threatens any future protections that might be needed
US data mixed; Honda & Nissan to merge; South Korea overtakes Japan in per capita GDP; China wants economists fired who don't talk positively; UST 10yr at 4.58%; gold and oil down; NZ$1 = 56.5 USc; TWI = 67
24th Dec 24, 7:51am
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US data mixed; Honda & Nissan to merge; South Korea overtakes Japan in per capita GDP; China wants economists fired who don't talk positively; UST 10yr at 4.58%; gold and oil down; NZ$1 = 56.5 USc; TWI = 67
FMA seeks clarity from the High Court on the use of eligible investor certificates in the wholesale investment sector
23rd Dec 24, 1:57pm
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FMA seeks clarity from the High Court on the use of eligible investor certificates in the wholesale investment sector
Westpac fails fair dealing standards for 24,600 customers who took up its promotional package offers that were supposed to deliver discounts and benefits
23rd Dec 24, 10:12am
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Westpac fails fair dealing standards for 24,600 customers who took up its promotional package offers that were supposed to deliver discounts and benefits
We share with readers our 2024 progress. More than 2½ mln people used our news and resources this year ...
23rd Dec 24, 9:01am
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We share with readers our 2024 progress. More than 2½ mln people used our news and resources this year ...
Despite low domestic demand, log availability might be limited because low prices barely justify harvesting. China & India in wait-and-see mode on tariff uncertainties which flow back here too
23rd Dec 24, 8:31am
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Despite low domestic demand, log availability might be limited because low prices barely justify harvesting. China & India in wait-and-see mode on tariff uncertainties which flow back here too
US avoids shutdown; US personal savings rate stabilises at good level; China uncomfortable at bond signals; Japanese inflation stays up; UST 10yr at 4.53%; gold dips and oil holds; NZ$1 = 56.7 USc; TWI = 67.1
23rd Dec 24, 7:19am
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US avoids shutdown; US personal savings rate stabilises at good level; China uncomfortable at bond signals; Japanese inflation stays up; UST 10yr at 4.53%; gold dips and oil holds; NZ$1 = 56.7 USc; TWI = 67.1
Ross Stitt describes the Australian superannuation system as one New Zealand rejected in a fit of political pique, and one that is compulsory, skewed to higher risk profiles, with higher returns
22nd Dec 24, 1:37pm
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Ross Stitt describes the Australian superannuation system as one New Zealand rejected in a fit of political pique, and one that is compulsory, skewed to higher risk profiles, with higher returns
The 2024 Interesties Awards featuring Christopher Luxon, Adrian Orr, Nicola Willis, David Seymour, Antonia Watson, Donald Trump, Elon Musk, Jerome Powell, JFoe, Palmtree08, banks, Federated Farmers, the Commerce Commission, bitcoin, Du Val & more
22nd Dec 24, 6:00am
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The 2024 Interesties Awards featuring Christopher Luxon, Adrian Orr, Nicola Willis, David Seymour, Antonia Watson, Donald Trump, Elon Musk, Jerome Powell, JFoe, Palmtree08, banks, Federated Farmers, the Commerce Commission, bitcoin, Du Val & more
Stephen Roach wonders whether China's political system is at odds with the values underpinning affluent societies
21st Dec 24, 9:15am
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Stephen Roach wonders whether China's political system is at odds with the values underpinning affluent societies
Falling house prices at the bottom of the market and lower mortgage rates improve affordability for first home buyers
21st Dec 24, 9:00am
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Falling house prices at the bottom of the market and lower mortgage rates improve affordability for first home buyers
US shutdown circus rolls on; US inflation firms; Taiwan export orders rise; China bond yields dive; Japanese inflation firms; UST 10yr at 4.51%; gold up and oil holds; NZ$1 = 56.7 USc; TWI = 67.1
21st Dec 24, 8:20am
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US shutdown circus rolls on; US inflation firms; Taiwan export orders rise; China bond yields dive; Japanese inflation firms; UST 10yr at 4.51%; gold up and oil holds; NZ$1 = 56.7 USc; TWI = 67.1
Although more properties were auctioned in 2024, the sales rate dropped to 35% from 40% in 2023
21st Dec 24, 6:31am
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Although more properties were auctioned in 2024, the sales rate dropped to 35% from 40% in 2023
A review of things you need to know before you sign off on Friday; consumer sentiment rises, Willis talks deregulation & competition, trade deficit shrinks, no credit card stress signs yet, swaps lower, NZD holds low, & more
20th Dec 24, 3:58pm
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A review of things you need to know before you sign off on Friday; consumer sentiment rises, Willis talks deregulation & competition, trade deficit shrinks, no credit card stress signs yet, swaps lower, NZD holds low, & more
Finance Minister Nicola Willis says deregulation and greater competition rules will support economic growth in the New Year
20th Dec 24, 2:45pm
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Finance Minister Nicola Willis says deregulation and greater competition rules will support economic growth in the New Year
Keyu Jin shows how China has been reorienting and even expanding its global economic footprint
20th Dec 24, 11:37am
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Keyu Jin shows how China has been reorienting and even expanding its global economic footprint
Five years after it finally failed, the liquidators of Cryptopia have started returning assets to valid accounts holders 'on-chain'
20th Dec 24, 10:53am
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Five years after it finally failed, the liquidators of Cryptopia have started returning assets to valid accounts holders 'on-chain'
According to the latest ANZ/RoyMorgan consumer confidence survey, more people think now is a good time to buy a major home appliance
20th Dec 24, 10:37am
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According to the latest ANZ/RoyMorgan consumer confidence survey, more people think now is a good time to buy a major home appliance
Brian Easton says it is difficult to make sense of the Luxon Coalition Government’s economic management, so he is focusing on the two minor parties' influence
20th Dec 24, 10:19am
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Brian Easton says it is difficult to make sense of the Luxon Coalition Government’s economic management, so he is focusing on the two minor parties' influence
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After the welcome 2023 run-up, term deposit rates eased back in 2024. We provide some perspective and look ahead to 2025
20th Dec 24, 10:01am
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After the welcome 2023 run-up, term deposit rates eased back in 2024. We provide some perspective and look ahead to 2025
Beijing-based David Mahon counsels NZ decisionmakers not to decouple from China because opportunities will emerge in ways they would never have done in steadier geopolitical times
20th Dec 24, 9:00am
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Beijing-based David Mahon counsels NZ decisionmakers not to decouple from China because opportunities will emerge in ways they would never have done in steadier geopolitical times
Modest recovery in US equities after their slump following the Fed's hawkish rate cut. US 10-year rate rises to its highest level since the end of May; curve steepens
20th Dec 24, 7:59am
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Modest recovery in US equities after their slump following the Fed's hawkish rate cut. US 10-year rate rises to its highest level since the end of May; curve steepens