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US markets are down 8% from their high in February, driven by a growing view the country might be seeing

How would your KiwiSaver balance change at 65, if minimum contribution rates were raised from 3% to 4%, and matched by your employer? Milford Senior KiwiSaver Adviser Liam Robertson talks to PJ and Matty from The Hits about the Retirement Commission’s review to increase rates, and why it’s the right time to consider this.

The average KiwiSaver balance has risen to $37,000 (up $5,000) over the past year, according to stats released by the Retirement Commission. Milford Senior KiwiSaver Adviser Liam Robertson talks to Bree and Clint from ZM about proposed changes to raise that number even higher, including increasing the minimum contribution rates from 3-4%.

If you have money invested, sell-offs are a part of the process, but are they are a reason to make changes to your investment? Milford Financial Adviser Gareth Stythe explains to Toni, Jase and Sam on Coast, why it’s important to be prepared for the ups and downs, and how to stay the course.

It’s been a volatile time for markets, as world politics play out against a seemingly ever-changing backdrop. Milford Portfolio Manager Mark Riggall talks to Ryan Bridge about the uncertainty that’s driving the shift in sentiment, and why Milford’s position as an active manager is key to navigating market unpredictability.

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