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Why we're now friends with Facebook

Article posted on 22 May 2013 in Shares

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At GMI we were cynical when Facebook shares were floated on the market in early 2012. With a hefty initial price tag and an uncertain future in terms of profitability and popularity, we weren’t quite ready to press the ‘like’ button. In this article Nathan Field explains why we have seen a turnaround in the appeal of Facebook and now bought into the coolest stock on the block.

Morgan Online May 2013

Article posted on 23 May 2013 in Morgan Online

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News for thinking Kiwis. In the May 2013 issue:

Economy: Overview of Budget 2013
Investing: Why we’re now friends with Facebook
Markets: The beginning of the end for QE?
KiwiSaver: Maximise your credit
Money: Free investment review

News for thinking Kiwis. In the May 2013 issue: Economy: Overview of Budget 2013 Investing: Why we’...
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Overview of Budget 2013

Video posted on 22 May 2013 in Govt Spending/Budget

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The Government was predictably thrifty in Budget 2013, focusing on housing affordability and getting New Zealand’s coffers back in the black. In these two videos, John Carran takes a look at whether the Government is still on target for surplus in 2015, and why housing was such a key theme.

The Government was predictably thrifty in Budget 2013, focusing on housing affordability and getting New Zealand’s c...
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Quantitative Easing: The beginning of the end?

Article posted on 22 May 2013 in Markets

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Since September 2012 the Federal Reserve has been busy printing money with its ongoing ‘quantitative easing’ (QE) programme to kick-start the US economy. With growth now on the up, this could spell the end for QE in the US. Diana Gordon considers what this could mean for Kiwi investors.

Since September 2012 the Federal Reserve has been busy printing money with its ongoing ‘quantitative easing’ (...
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Morgan Online April 2013

Article posted on 24 April 2013 in Morgan Online

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News for thinking Kiwis. In the April 2013 issue:

Investing: Term deposits no safe bet
Markets: Political party poopers
KiwiSaver: Which direction suits you?
Retirement: Who enjoys the most 'sunset' years?
Money: Review your investments

News for thinking Kiwis. In the April 2013 issue: Investing: Term deposits no safe bet Markets: Political...
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Political party poopers

Article posted on 23 April 2013 in Shares

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The pledge by Labour and The Green Party to reduce New Zealand’s electricity prices did more than ruffle a few feathers ahead of the Mighty River Power float. Listed power company share prices took a dive following the announcement. In this article, Nathan Field outlines just how much politics can shock stocks.

The pledge by Labour and The Green Party to reduce New Zealand’s electricity prices did more than ruffle a few feath...
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Term deposits: Buyer beware a ‘haircut’

Article posted on 16 April 2013 in Bonds/Fixed Interest

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Term deposits are often considered a ‘safe’ bet when it comes to investing, but recent events in Cyprus have highlighted that there really is no such thing. Simon O’Grady looks at what went wrong in Cyprus, and whether a similar ‘deposit-grab’ could ever happen in New Zealand.

Term deposits are often considered a ‘safe’ bet when it comes to investing, but recent events in Cyprus have h...
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Gareth Morgan Investments retain directors

Article posted on 31 March 2013 in GMI

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Gareth Morgan and Andrew Gawith remain Directors of the business but cease their employment with Gareth Morgan Investments (GMI) as of 31 March.

Gareth Morgan and Andrew Gawith remain Directors of the business but cease their employment with Gareth Morgan Investments...
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Morgan Online March 2013

Article posted on 27 March 2013 in Morgan Online

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News for thinking Kiwis. In the March 2013 issue:

GMI: Winning survey results
KiwiSaver: Are the over 65s leaving?
Interest rates: The Official Cash rate explained
Economy: The Reserve Bank's warning shot
Opinion: Owning a house is out of reach for most…and it’s our fault
Money: Get your investments sorted

News for thinking Kiwis. In the March 2013 issue: GMI: Winning survey results KiwiSaver: Are the over 65s...
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The Reserve Bank's Kiwi dollar warning shot

Article posted on 27 March 2013 in Interest Rates/OCR

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In this month's Monetary Policy Statement the Reserve Bank raised some eyebrows by declaring they would consider driving down interest rates within the year. John Carran explains why this statement about the OCR was an OMG moment for markets, and why the high NZ dollar is to blame.

In this month's Monetary Policy Statement the Reserve Bank raised some eyebrows by declaring they would consider drivi...
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Over 65s and KiwiSaver Update

Article posted on 27 March 2013 in KiwiSaver

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Since last July anyone aged 65+ who reaches their fifth anniversary in KiwiSaver has been able to withdraw money from their account. Inland Revenue estimate over 54,000 kiwis have reached this milestone. While it’s too early for national data on whether these people are cashing up their KiwiSaver money, we’ve found the majority of our eligible members have kept their KiwiSaver account open.

Since last July anyone aged 65+ who reaches their fifth anniversary in KiwiSaver has been able to withdraw money from thei...
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Market outlook - Risks evenly balanced for 2013

Article posted on 28 February 2013 in Markets

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After a troublesome year the global economy is moving into third gear, with risks looking to be more evenly balanced than they have been for several years. John Carran outlines our view on what’s ahead for world markets in 2013.

After a troublesome year the global economy is moving into third gear, with risks looking to be more evenly balanced than ...
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