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New Zealand’s economic recovery is “just around the corner”: that’s the conclusion of a survey of 1,400 local businesses. Respondents were cautiously optimistic, especially in

You might want to give your nearest farmer a hug, because it’s the primary sector that is leading New Zealand’s slow but steady economic recovery.

Luxury watches, cars and handbags are so 2022. The wealth signifiers of 2025 are harder to spot, but at least as expensive: investments, property, and

Interest rates down, confidence rising Turmoil continues in global markets, but at home the mood seems to be improving slightly as local conditions remain steady.

“What seems to us as bitter trials are often blessings in disguise.” — Oscar Wilde   Chaos offshore, improved stability at home 2025 is shaping

The latest retirement spending guidelines are out, and they say a city couple needs $1.142 million to retire with ‘choices’. In the regions, the same

Welcome to the first update from Zagga for the new year. A year of two halves 2024 was a subdued year in the property market,

News headlines can be depressing and can often give you yet another reason to feel pessimistic about the future. From climate change to trade wars

With more than 30 years of experience in banking and lending, Glenn Morris was the perfect choice to help launch Zagga and drive its success

The motto of 2024 was ‘survive to 25’. Well, you’ve made it, so you can cross that off your to-do list. But with a tough