Tag: investment
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New Zealand Expands Investor Visa to Include Philanthropy
New Zealand's Active Investor Plus Visa Growth category will allow investors to include philanthropic gifts up to 20% of their total investment from June 1, 2026, aiming to attract experienced investors and support communities.
Politics and GovernmentBusinessGeneral PoliticsEconomySocial IssuesEnvironment Active Investor Plus VisaImmigrationPhilanthropyInvestmentErica StanfordConservationNew Zealand Government
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FMA Warns Chance Voight Investors Amid Liquidation
The Financial Markets Authority advises Chance Voight investors to seek advice before providing further funds to Bernard Whimp or related entities, as the High Court considers liquidation.
BusinessPolitics and GovernmentLegalFinancial MarketsEconomyLaw Enforcement Financial Markets AuthorityChance VoightBernard WhimpLiquidationInvestmentRangioraNZ Financial Markets Authority
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New Zealand's Financial Advice Sector Sees Growth, Faces Scams and Misconduct
The FMA reports an 8.4% increase in financial advisors, totaling 9,184, and a 90% surge in digital advice usage. However, the sector is grappling with rising scams and fraudulent activities, prompting increased vigilance.
BusinessPolitics and GovernmentLegalScience & TechnologyFinancial MarketsEconomyFederal GovernmentComputers and InternetSocial Issues Financial AdviceFinancial Markets AuthorityFMAScamsFraudRegulatory ReturnsInvestmentNZ Financial Markets Authority
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New Zealand National Accounts Data Released for Year Ended March 2024
Stats NZ has released the National Accounts (industry production and investment) for the year ended March 2024. The release includes detailed industry data on production, investment, and capital stock.
BusinessPolitics and GovernmentEconomyFinancial MarketsTradeFederal Government National AccountsIndustry ProductionInvestmentGDPStats NZGovernment StatisticianStatistics NZ
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FMA Seeks Feedback on Ethical Investment Disclosure Guidance
The Financial Markets Authority (FMA) is consulting on updated draft guidance for financial products with ethical characteristics, aiming to improve clarity and prevent misleading disclosures.
BusinessPolitics and GovernmentEconomyFinancial MarketsTradeLegal Financial Markets AuthorityFMAethical investmentLouise UngerFinancial Conduct ReportinvestmentFinanceNZ Financial Markets Authority
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KiwiSaver Shows Resilience with $123 Billion Under Management
KiwiSaver's annual report reveals a 10% growth in funds, reaching $123 billion, driven by contributions and investment returns, despite economic challenges and a rise in non-contributing members.
BusinessPolitics and GovernmentEconomyFinancial MarketsEmployment and LaborState Governments KiwiSaverFinancial Markets AuthoritySamantha Barrassretirement savingsinvestmentfinancial wellbeingAucklandNZ Financial Markets Authority
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New Zealand Anti-Scam Alliance Receives Welcome from FMA
The FMA welcomes the New Zealand Anti-Scam Alliance, a partnership to combat scams. The FMA issued 110 warnings in the past year and disrupts scam websites, sharing alerts through various channels.
BusinessPolitics and GovernmentScience & TechnologyFinancial MarketsLaw EnforcementLegalComputers and Internet Financial Markets AuthorityNew Zealand Anti-Scam AlliancescamsClare BolingfordinvestmentNCSCFinanceNZ Financial Markets Authority
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FMA Releases Financial Conduct Report, Outlining Key Priorities for the Year Ahead
The Financial Markets Authority (FMA) has released its Financial Conduct Report, outlining key priorities for the financial sector. The report details conduct risks and opportunities the FMA will address over the next 12 months.
BusinessPolitics and GovernmentFinancial MarketsEconomyBankingLegal Financial Markets AuthorityFinancial Conduct ReportSamantha Barrassfinancial regulationinvestmentfraudfintechNZ Financial Markets Authority
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New Zealand Boosts Healthcare with Record $7 Billion Investment
New Zealand's government commits a record $7 billion to healthcare in Budget 2025, aiming to improve services, modernize infrastructure, and reduce wait times, says Health Minister Simeon Brown.
HealthPolitics and GovernmentEconomyMedical ScienceState Governments healthcareSimeon BrownBudget 2025Health New Zealandprimary careinvestment
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NZ Government Allocates $200M for Gas Field Investments
New Zealand's coalition Government commits $200 million to co-invest in new gas fields, aiming to secure domestic energy supply and stimulate economic growth amid declining natural gas reserves.
Politics and GovernmentBusinessEnergy Shane Jonesnatural gasinvestmentenergy securitycoalition GovernmentPohokura
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New Zealand Launches Invest New Zealand to Attract Global Investment
New Zealand establishes Invest New Zealand with $85 million funding to attract global capital and talent, focusing on high-value industries and long-term economic growth, starting July 1, 2025.
Politics and GovernmentBusinessEconomy InvestmentTodd McClayInvest New ZealandRob MorrisonGovernmentEconomic Development
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New Zealand Budget 2025 Aims to Secure Economic Recovery
New Zealand's Budget 2025 focuses on economic recovery with tax incentives, increased KiwiSaver contributions, and investments in health, education, and law and order, according to Finance Minister Nicola Willis.
Politics and GovernmentHealthBusinessEconomyEducationLaw Enforcement Budget 2025Nicola WillisKiwiSaverInvestmentInfrastructureFiscal Policy
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Budget 2025 Aims to Grow Economy and Help Kiwis Get Ahead
New Zealand's Budget 2025 focuses on economic growth, job creation, and cost of living support, says Prime Minister Christopher Luxon. Key initiatives include tax deductions for businesses and increased support for families.
Politics and GovernmentBusinessEconomy Budget 2025Christopher LuxonEconomic GrowthKiwisInvestmentTax
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FMA Warns Against Investment Scheme Operated by Jesse Joseph Vaughan and Crypto Partners Limited
The FMA has issued a public warning about a managed investment scheme operated by Jesse Joseph Vaughan and Crypto Partners Limited for operating without a license.
BusinessLegalFinancial Markets Financial Markets Authoritymanaged investment schemeJesse Joseph VaughanCrypto Partners LimitedinvestmentlicenseFinancial ServicesNZ Financial Markets Authority
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UK-New Zealand Trade Hits Record £3.7 Billion
Trade between the UK and New Zealand reached a record £3.7 billion in 2024. Ministers commit to strengthening trade relations and the rules-based trading system.
Politics and GovernmentBusinessTradeUnited Kingdom Free Trade AgreementTariffsInvestmentEconomyUK Government