Is it better to pay your mortgage down, or open an investment fund? Financial Adviser Jess Travers chats with Toni, Jase and Sam on The Coast about the things to consider when making that decision – and it might surprise you.

Are tax cuts coming your way? KiwiSaver Adviser Liam Robertson talks with PJ and Matty from The Hits about which New Zealanders will benefit, and why putting the ‘extra’ money into your KiwiSaver is a smart idea.

KiwiSaver Adviser Liam Robertson explains to Bree and Clint on ZM how using your tax cut to increase your KiwiSaver contribution by just 1% could make a difference of thousands in retirement. 

In this week’s Monday Market Highlights, Investment Analyst Jerram Lindsay looks at US GDP, PMI’s and PCE, which point to a two-speed economy, and provide support for slowing inflation and a September rate cut. He also discusses European PMI’s, which came in weaker than expected, dragged down by softness in German manufacturing. In equity news, Jerram covers the A.I. and tech rotation, the Crowdstrike outage, global consumer results, a private equity takeover bid for Arvida Group, and...

“Is professional financial advice out of reach?" Liam Robertson, KiwiSaver Financial Adviser, explains the role of a financial adviser and dispels common myths about financial advice on The Hits with PJ and Matty.

Liam Robertson, KiwiSaver Financial Adviser, talks with Bree and Clint from ZM about how you can access a range of free financial advice services including how technology has levelled the playing field with offering digital advice tools.

"Is KiwiSaver enough for retirement?" Financial Adviser Jessica Travers chats with Toni, Jase, and Sam on The Coast about planning for retirement, the need for additional investments alongside KiwiSaver, and setting and achieving both long-term and short-term financial goals.

In this weeks Monday Market Highlights, Dealer Brendan Larsen discusses the recent market rotation away from mega cap technology companies to smaller, value areas of the US share market. He also looks into the US retail sales report that eased concerns of an abrupt loss of momentum in consumer spending, as well as inflation, employment and spending data out of the UK that was mixed. In Trans-Tasman data, Brendan discusses last weeks seconds quarter inflation numbers in New Zealand, as well as...

Liam Robertson talks with Bree and Clint on ZM about what his role as a KiwiSaver Adviser entails. Disclaimer: Milford is an active manager with views and portfolio positions subject to change. This is intended to provide general information only. It does not take into account your investment needs or personal circumstances. It is not intended to be viewed as investment or financial advice. Should you require financial advice you should always speak to a Financial Adviser. Past performance is...

Liam Robertson talks with PJ and Matty from The Hits about what he loves in his role as a KiwiSaver Adviser. Disclaimer: Milford is an active manager with views and portfolio positions subject to change. This is intended to provide general information only. It does not take into account your investment needs or personal circumstances. It is not intended to be viewed as investment or financial advice. Should you require financial advice you should always speak to a Financial Adviser. Past...

In this week’s Monday Market Highlights, Investment Analyst Kate Power discusses the US CPI print, which was lower than expected, along with headline inflation which fell 0.1% month-on-month. Closer to home, the RBNZ kept the cash rate steady 5.50% but signalled a shift towards easing monetary policy. In Australia, the CBA Household Spending Insights Index rose 0.6% for June, with overall spending growing 3.9%. In equity news, Kate covers Telstra, and the US second quarter earnings season...

How can you invest alongside your KiwiSaver in a fund you can access before 65? Murray Harris, Milford’s Head of KiwiSaver & Retail, tells you how, with PJ and Matty from The Hits.   Disclaimer: Milford is an active manager with views and portfolio positions subject to change. This is intended to provide general information only. It does not take into account your investment needs or personal circumstances. It is not intended to be viewed as investment or financial advice. Should you...

What’s the best way to teach young people about money? Financial Adviser Nicky Reid chats with Toni, Jase and Sam on The Coast about helping kids understand the value of money – including some great practical exercises like giving them a set amount to spend at the supermarket for lunch.   Disclaimer: Milford is an active manager with views and portfolio positions subject to change. This is intended to provide general information only. It does not take into account your investment needs or...

Want an investment fund you don’t have to wait until 65 to access? Murray Harris, Milford’s Head of KiwiSaver & Retail explains how you can get started, on ZM with Bree and Clint.   Disclaimer: Milford is an active manager with views and portfolio positions subject to change. This is intended to provide general information only. It does not take into account your investment needs or personal circumstances. It is not intended to be viewed as investment or financial advice. Should you...

Risk is one of the key drivers of the outcome of an investment. Murray Harris, Milford’s Head of KiwiSaver & Retail explains on ZM with Bree and Clint.   Disclaimer: Milford is an active manager with views and portfolio positions subject to change. This clip is intended to provide general information only. It does not take into account your investment needs or personal circumstances. It is not intended to be viewed as investment or financial advice. Should you require financial advice you...

In this week’s Monday Market Highlights, Equity Trading Manager Will McVeagh discusses the RBA’s released minutes from its June meeting, highlighting the continued challenges of bringing inflation down – and explanation around why rates weren’t raised. He also covers a strong retail sales print, with retail trade increasing 0.6% month-on-month, beating expectations. Will looks into the UK election, the New Zealand quarterly survey of business expectations, and nonfarm payroll data. In equity...

What are the key things to think about if you’re new to investing – and do you need to be rich to start? Murray Harris, Milford’s Head of KiwiSaver & Retail, answers these questions and more with, PJ and Matty from The Hits.

What does an ‘ideal’ retirement look like? Financial Adviser Nicky Reid chats with Toni, Jase and Sam on The Coast about the key considerations, including getting rid of debt, saving, investing and the power of time.

In this week’s Monday Market Highlights, Investment Analyst Roland Houghton discusses PCE data out of the US, along with housing data and the first Presidential debate. Closer to home, he covers May Australian inflation data, which showed annual inflation grew 4% year-on-year ahead of the expected 3.8%. He also looks into job vacancy data and, in New Zealand, covers the Westpac McDermott Miller report. In equity news, Roland discusses IAG, Suncorp, Aristocrat, Pool Corp and Walgreens.   This...

Recent stats show you’ll need to supplement the NZ superannuation by $47,000 per annum in order to have a ‘choices’ lifestyle in retirement. Listen to Financial Adviser Gareth Stythe chat with Toni, Jase and Sam on The Coast about ways to ensure you meet your retirement goals.

When you’re starting out in the investing world, your goals will determine your risk level, and your risk level will be determined by your level of comfort. Murray Harris, Milford’s Head of KiwiSaver & Retail explains on ZM with Bree and Clint.

Increasing your KiwiSaver contribution by just 1% could make a big difference when you hit retirement. Murray Harris, Milford’s Head of KiwiSaver & Retail, chats with PJ and Matty from The Hits about making sure your future self is retirement-ready.

Listen to Head of KiwiSaver Murray Harris, Investment Analyst Katlyn Parker, and KiwiSaver Financial Advisers Liam Robertson and Murtaza Haidermota as they answer your questions in this 45-minute online session.

In this week’s Monday Market Highlights, Credit Analyst Remy Morgan looks into US data releases which came in softer than expected, including retail sales for May, initial jobless claims, and housing starts and building permits. She also discusses UK May CPI data and Bank of England policy rates, Chinese data which showed slower industrial growth and a persistent property market downturn. Closer to home she looks into the RBA keeping the cash rate unchanged, and NZ GDP which modestly...

Listen to Murray Harris, Milford's Head of KiwiSaver & Retail chat with Bree and Clint from ZM about how you can make sure you’ll receive the Government’s free KiwiSaver contribution of $521.43.