The Investing Place

Topics: Market Insights

Milford on Coast: 19 Mar 2025

If you have money invested, sell-offs are a part of the process, but are they are a reason to make...

Ep25: How long will market uncertainty last?

It’s been a volatile time for markets, as world politics play out against a seemingly ever-changing backdrop. Milford Portfolio Manager...

Milford on Newstalk ZB: 12 March 2025

The S&P 500 index is down 9.3% from its peak, amid growing concerns of slowing US economic growth. Milford Senior...

Milford on ZM: 12 Mar 2025

Most people would like a “choices” retirement rather than “no frills” – but is that achievable?......

Milford on The Hits: 12 Mar 2025

Massey University’s annual retirement report shows that couples in metro areas will need $1,740 per week to live a “choices”...

Milford on Coast: 12 Mar 2025

We’re a DIY nation, but sometimes we need expert advice – especially when it comes to finances and investments. Milford...

Ep24: Market slump for Mag 7 – what’s going on?

Volatility in the tech sector has seen share prices fall for six of the Magnificent 7 since the start of...

Investing beyond KiwiSaver

Already got your KiwiSaver account sorted? Great – so what’s next? In this episode of Invest in Yourself with Bree...

Month in a Minute: February 2025


USA, a bit less exceptional
February saw a sharp change in tone for markets. Share markets sold-off,...

Stock Story: CenterPoint Energy

CNP – an attractive US utility in a high growth jurisdiction
When we make investments in infrastructure companies at...

Milford on Newstalk ZB: 5 March 2025

Earnings season confirmed that the second half of 2024 was a tough period for New Zealand companies. Milford Investment Analyst...

Milford on The Hits: 5 Mar 2025

Research has shown that overall wellbeing is closely linked to financial wellbeing. So, how can you check if you’re on...

Milford on The Coast: 5 Mar 2025

What are some of the things you need to consider when setting financial goals – and why are goals important?...

Milford on ZM: 5 Mar 2025

What does digital advice involve? Head of KiwiSaver at Milford, Murray Harris, gives Bree and Clint from ZM some guidance...

Ep23: Happy 18th Birthday KiwiSaver. What now?

As KiwiSaver turns 18 in July, how successful has it been in helping New Zealanders save for their first home...

Milford on Newstalk ZB: 26 February 2025

Ryman Healthcare is conducting a second capital raise, asking the market for 1bn. Milford Investment Analyst Jeremy Hutton talks to...

Milford on ZM: 26 Feb 2025

What are the key questions when choosing a KiwiSaver provider? Senior KiwiSaver Financial Adviser at Milford, Liam Robertson, gives Bree...

Milford on The Hits: 26 Feb 2025

How can you make your money work harder? Senior KiwiSaver Financial Adviser at Milford, Liam Robertson, talks to PJ and...

Milford on The Coast: 26 Feb 2025

Accumulation, pre-retirement and retirement are different stages of life, with unique goals. Milford’s Head of Wealth Management, Phil Morgan Rees,...

Ep22: Why missing market highs isn’t something to fear

Financial markets have experienced a significant rise over the past year, with some market indices delivering returns exceeding 20%. For...

How does KiwiSaver actually work?

This article was originally published in the NZ Herald on 24 February 2025.

In this episode of Invest in Yourself...

Milford on Newstalk ZB: 19 February 2025

The RBNZ cut the ORC by 50 basis points this week, as the market expected, however it also forecast two...

Milford on ZM: 19 Feb 2025

Head of KiwiSaver at Milford, Murray Harris, gives Bree and Clint from ZM some guidance on setting up an investment...

Milford on The Hits: 19 Feb 2025

Making and sticking with financial resolutions can have a positive long-term effect on financial wellbeing – including having a ‘choices’...

Milford on The Coast: 19 Feb 2025

What’s the benefit of an investment fund over a term deposit? Milford’s Head of Wealth Management, Phil Morgan Rees, chats...

Ep21: Will interest rates drop?

With the RBNZ’s highly anticipated announcement on the OCR due, what drivers will help guide the decision? Milford Analyst Brendan...

Milford on Newstalk ZB: 12 February 2025

It’s reporting season for NZX-listed companies, with market expectations low after a tough second half of 2024. Milford Investment Analyst...

Milford on ZM: 12 Feb 2025

What sort of information do you need when researching KiwiSaver providers? Head of KiwiSaver at Milford, Murray Harris, gives Bree...

Milford on The Hits: 12 Feb 2025

Making and sticking with financial resolutions can have a positive long-term effect on financial wellbeing – including having a ‘choices’...

Milford on The Coast: 12 Feb 2025

With all the global changes already in 2025, how do you know when it’s a good time to invest? Milford...