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22 July 2026


NZ property market update - July 2026

By John Bolton

Dare we say it—the economy looks like it might finally be starting to turn a corner, as strength from the agri sector starts to filter through to other areas, and a solid pipeline of major infrastructure projects looks set to give the construction industry a much needed boost. Here's the latest on interest rates, the NZ economy and housing market.

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28 August 2026


The 7 fintechs offering NZ’s best savings account alternatives

By David Cunningham

These days, the banks aren't your only option when it comes to managing your savings. A number of fintech players have come onto the scene in recent years, offering their own savings account alternatives—offering better rates, lower fees, and other investment options to help grow your money faster.

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28 August 2026


Ranking New Zealand's best and worst savings accounts

By David Cunningham

Not all savings accounts are created equal, and it's worth knowing what all your options are so you can get set up with the one that best suits your savings goals. Here, we've pulled together a wrap-up of the different savings accounts available across New Zealand's main retail banks.

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26 August 2026


Beyond the term deposit: what is peer-to-peer investing?

By Squirrel

When it comes to the question of where to stash our savings, us Kiwi still love a bank—but these days there are lots of other options worth considering, one of which is peer-to-peer (P2P) investing. Here's what P2P investing is, how it works, and how it compares to traditional term deposits.

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