Craigs Investment Partners and its employees have reached an inspiring milestone in its Workplace Giving programme, with total donations over six years exceeding $1 million. In time for Christmas, $200,000 has been distributed to charities across New Zealand, continuing a strong tradition of giving back and supporting the communities in which it operates. A growing…

For farmers focused on day-to-day operations, receiving a capital payout or strong profits can be a valuable opportunity to strengthen financial security. While reinvesting in the farm or reducing debt may seem like the obvious path, it’s worth taking a moment to consider other options on the table. Off-farm investments can offer a valuable way…

It was a “risk-off” week for global markets, with most indices slipping as investors became more nervous about extended valuations across parts of the US market. The local NZX 50 bucked the global trend with a small rise, while the NZ dollar continued to drift lower. It fell to US$0.56 against the greenback, the lowest…

The electricity market has been highly topical of late, not least because of the lack of rainfall during key demand periods which has created price volatility.   Genesis helped us understand some of the detail, and the role they can play in providing stability for the sector. Malcolm Johns – Chief Executive Officer, Genesis EnergyMohandeep Singh – Portfolio Manager,…

The Auckland industrial property market has been stubbornly strong, despite economic headwinds. PFI’s strategy to focus on this market has been paying off in recent years.  Watch to find out how PFI manages $2.2bn of assets and over 120 tenants.  Simon Woodhams – Chief Executive Officer, Property for Industry (PFI)Mohandeep Singh – Portfolio Manager, Craigs Investment Partners

One of the businesses that quietly keeps our economy ticking is Freightways. Whether it’s your online shopping order, or a car part to your local mechanic, chances are it’s been delivered by a Freightways business.  Hear how the company has navigated a tricky economic backdrop.  Mark Troughear– Chief Executive Officer, FreightwaysMohandeep Singh – Portfolio Manager, Craigs Investment…

Labour’s targeted capital gains tax (CGT) announcement last week was interesting. We’re yet to see the detail, but maybe it’s got merit. I was no fan of the proposals we saw back in 2018, after Jacinda Ardern established a high-powered Tax Working Group chaired by the late Sir Michael Cullen. The CGT framework recommended in…

A busy week looms in New Zealand, with the highlight set to be the September quarter labour force report, due Wednesday. Unemployment is expected to rise to 5.3%, the highest since 2016. The latest Financial Stability Report from the RBNZ will be of interest too. Last but not least, it’s another big week of earnings…

Lower interest rates have been a cause for celebration for many people in recent months. Borrowers and homeowners have seen their costs fall sharply, and there’s more support to come. However, conservative savers with money on term deposit won’t be quite so enthusiastic about slumping interest rates. They were sitting pretty 18 months ago, with…

US credit markets have delivered strong returns this year. Companies have been issuing record amounts of debt, borrowing costs have remained manageable and bond investors have pocketed solid gains. It’s been a golden run. However, in recent weeks cracks have appeared beneath the surface, and the pace at which the problems have emerged is worth…