Loansmart has reached a major milestone, recording its 1,000th verified customer review after 17 years of operating in New Zealand’s consumer lending sector.

By digitalstream
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ASB has lifted some of its fixed home loan and term deposit rates and lowered its 6-month home loan rate to a market leading 4.65%, in response to longer term wholesale rate movements.

By ASB
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The Banking Ombudsman is reminding Kiwis to take a few simple steps to protect their finances and get help if they need it over the holidays.

By Banking Ombudsman Scheme
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The Taxpayers' Union is delighted Nicola Willis is going to front up for a debate on the country's fiscal pathway.

By New Zealand Taxpayers' Union
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The Taxpayers' Union is welcoming Finance Minister Barbara Edmonds' comments over the weekend that she will prioritise fiscal consolidation and getting the Government's books back in order.

By New Zealand Taxpayers' Union
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Credit demand is surging again as New Zealanders return to the borrowing market.

By digitalstream
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Seventeen years after first launching,  Loansmart is on track to celebrate a major milestone - its 1,000th verified customer review - a reflection of the company’s ongoing commitment to smarter, people-focused lending.

By digitalstream
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Rising Loan Arrears Prompt Loansmart Founder to Urge Kiwis to Restructure Smarter Before Christmas With new data showing nearly one in ten New Zealanders are behind on personal loan repayments, Loansmart founder Murray Greig is encouraging borrowers under financial pressure to seek advice early and explore ways to improve their loan structure before Christmas.

By digitalstream
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With cost-of-living pressures stretching household budgets and the holiday season fast approaching, more New Zealanders are re-examining how they borrow.

By digitalstream
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Despite recent cuts to the Official Cash Rate (OCR) by the Reserve Bank, aimed at easing pressure on borrowers, New Zealanders continue to feel the weight of financial strain.

By digitalstream
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With Christmas fast approaching and household costs continuing to climb, Loan Direct says now is the time for borrowers to review their finances and consider how restructuring existing loans could help ease financial pressure - without necessarily taking on more debt.

By digitalstream
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Tony Coleman discusses the rise of gold and what this could mean for New Zealanders.

By New Zealand Gold Merchants LTD
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Finance: The NZ dollar fell following the announcement of a disastrous GDP result.

By Media PA
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Why Professional Accountants Do More Than Balance the Books The common perception of an accountant is someone who files tax returns and makes sure your numbers add up.

By Fabric Digital
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New Zealand households are continuing to feel the pressure of rising living costs and tight financial conditions, with the latest Centrix Credit Indicator Report revealing that around 478,000 people – or 12.36% of those with active credit accounts – are now behind on their repayments.

By Loansmart
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UK Correspondent: Peter Minkoff In recent times, artificial intelligence (AI) has profoundly transformed the geography of fiscal planning.

By Media PA
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Fresh numbers from the May 2025 Centrix Credit Indicator reveal that while some early signs of improvement are emerging in the economy, many Kiwis are still struggling to keep up with their debts — particularly long-term loans.

By digitalstream
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With gold prices hitting historic highs, New Zealanders are rediscovering the hidden value of old jewellery, heirlooms and even manufacturing scraps. This surge in demand for what's known as urban mining, the process of refining recycled gold into investment-grade bullion, is reshaping the local precious metals industry.

By New Zealand Gold Merchants LTD
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Kiwis’ wallets are under pressure right now.

By Loansmart
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Refinancing your mortgage can feel overwhelming.

By Brendan John Wilde
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Auckland — You probably know how overwhelming it can be to manage multiple debts.

By Digital Stream
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It’s no secret that Auckland is a very expensive place to live, and it’s getting even worse, with research showing incomes are not keeping up with the increasing cost of living.

By Digital Stream
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