Investing Concepts

What do I need to know before investing?

Investing for our future is become more important than ever since government help like NZ Super is no longer enough to live a comfortable retirement. These articles attempt to explain investment concepts to make us all better investors and have better outcomes.

However, please note that this is not personalised financial advice. If you want advice based on your own circumstances and goals, please start by submitting our KiwiSaver HealthCheck.

4 ways to get the most out of KiwiSaver

Taking the time to do these things now could optimise your investments in KiwiSaver, which will benefit you when it

6 scary things about investing that are not actually scary

Some fears surrounding investing and the stock market may not be as scary as you think. Don't let these uncertainties

New KiwiSaver Scheme offers more options to diversify investments

InvestNow has launched a KiwiSaver scheme for DIY investors, offering higher flexibility on investment options from a range of passive

What is a negative interest rate and how will it affect your KiwiSaver fund?

While our current Official Cash Rate is not negative, it is very low at only 0.25. A reduced interest rate

What is diversification and why is it important in your KiwiSaver fund?

Diversification minimises some risk that comes with investing. It is important to research deeper to assess how diversified your KiwiSaver

Active vs Passive KiwiSaver Funds: Which is Better?

What's the difference between actively managed funds and passively managed funds?

Are all KiwiSaver Providers the same and how do I choose?

Even within the same fund category, there are large differences in fees, past returns, and asset allocation. So how do

KiwiSaver Providers Investing in Local Tech Startups a Good Idea?

Kiwi Invest has invested a total of $54 million in Movac’s new technology fund. Is that a good idea for

Why Real Investing Makes More Money Than Pretend Investing

A study showed that the average individual investor didn’t even outperform inflation – meaning they had negative real returns. Why

How Much More Money Will You Have If You Get Financial Advice?

Many Kiwis underestimate the true value of receiving financial advice.

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