
David Chaplin: Fed feeds FUD in uncertain markets
Global share markets have been in queasy form this year, with US stock indices shedding between 8% and 14% and the main NZX index off about 7%.

David Chaplin: Magellan, AMP Capital downsize in the rain
Two of the larger players in the Australasian funds' management scene have been experiencing shrinkage.

David Chaplin: Regulators frown down on pumpers-and-dumpers
With the big end of town somewhat subdued, the regulators now face a much tougher policing job as financial misconduct – like finance itself – is increasingly 'democratised’.

David Chaplin: Aussie money eyes Kiwi Wealth
There’s no doubt that Kiwi Wealth is a tempting takeover target for both local providers and the Australian managers lining up (allegedly) for the Goldman Sachs speed-dating calls.