Investments

Our investments section covers wealth management, investing and KiwiSaver. Investments editor Frances Cook hosts New Zealand's number one business podcast, Cooking the Books, as well as writing news and columns for BusinessDesk. She is supported by our team of reporters and commentators across the country. 
How do I pay the mortgage and still have a life?

How do I pay the mortgage and still have a life?

Having a home loan is daunting to anyone, especially the first time around.

Frances Cook 06 Apr 2024
Investments sponsored by
PMG Funds
Founded in 1992, PMG's proven success through multiple economic cycles means they are one of the most established property funds management companies in New Zealand.
Christchurch airport raises $125m in bond offer

Christchurch airport raises $125m in bond offer

The book build was $25m oversubscribed.

Staff reporters 05 Apr 2024
From $73b to $830b: US pension plan poaches Kiwi
News in Brief

From $73b to $830b: US pension plan poaches Kiwi

Super fund CIO lands coveted role at Californian behemoth.

Staff reporters 03 Apr 2024
Toi Foundation scotches Fisher Funds sale talk
Finance

Toi Foundation scotches Fisher Funds sale talk

The majority Taranaki trust owner sees Fisher Funds as a long term hold.

Pattrick Smellie 03 Apr 2024


Frances Cook
Frances Cook

Investment Editor

Frances has a master's degree in media studies from Victoria University of Wellington and a level 5 certificate in financial services specialising in investments. She has worked as a journalist for 12 years, first specialising in crime, before moving into politics, and finally business and finance. She is the author of two books on personal finance and is best known for the personal finance podcast, ‘Cooking the books’.
She is also a regular commentator on business and personal finance matters, including on the AM show, NewstalkZB, the Hits, and Flava. You can follow her on Twitter here or connect with her on LinkedIn here.

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