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15 October 2025


NZ property market update - October 2025

By John Bolton

Could it be? Are things finally starting to turn a corner? With interest rates now firmly in stimulatory territory, and more green shoots starting to appear, things are feeling more positive out there. Here's the latest on interest rates, the economy and NZ housing market from over the last few weeks.

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22 October 2025


Investor update - October 2025

By Dave Tyrer

In this month's investor update, Dave Tyrer talks through the latest on the OCR and what falling interest rates mean for income investors, plus an update on Squirrel investment wait times.

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22 October 2025


The 6 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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22 October 2025


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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