Morgan Online June 2012

Morgan Online June 2012

Opinion: Gareth's view on NZ Super debate
Interest rates: The long low
KiwiSaver: The ABCs of PIRs
KiwiSaver: Last call for tax credit top ups
Investing: Turbulent journey for airline investors
Money: Free investment review
GMI: New-look website
Gareth's World: Our Far South books have landed

Opinion: Gareth's view on NZ Super debate

The sustainability of NZ Super is a hot topic once again. With an ageing population, can we continue to afford a universal pension at age 65? The Financial Services Council has also weighed into the debate with a plan to increase KiwiSaver contributions.

Gareth's view? It all depends on the economy. Watch video.

Interest rates: The long low

Andrew Gawith tracks the long decline in interest rates and concludes that while they're now about as low as they can go, they might stay that way for a while. And as a result, we might have to get used to lower investment returns. Read article.

KiwiSaver: The ABCs of PIRs

Our new video explains the ins and outs of Portfolio Investment Entities (PIEs) and Prescribed Investor Rates (PIRs). It may not be quite as easy as pie, but we've made it as simple as we can! Watch video.

KiwiSaver: Last call for tax credit top ups

Need to top up your KiwiSaver account to get the maximum ‘member tax credits’ for this year? You've only got a few days left to 30 June, so your best option is to make an internet banking payment direct to Inland Revenue. Log in to your internet banking, select the ‘Pay Tax’ payment option, choose the tax type “KSS/KiwiSaver Member Account” and enter the payment amount and your IRD number.

Investing: Turbulent journey for airline investors

The recent Qantas profit warning was yet another reminder why many investors won't touch airlines, no matter what the price. Find out why Nathan Field believes investors in the sector will continue to endure a bumpy ride. Read article.

Money: Free investment review

If you want a no-obligation second opinion on your investment portfolio, take advantage of our portfolio review service. No, we don't charge for this review, but it is a no-holds-barred exercise, so be prepared for Gareth Morgan-style brutal honesty! Send us your details.

GMI: New-look website

The GMI website has had a facelift since the last issue of Morgan Online – we hope you like the fresh new look! Check it out and share your thoughts on our Twitter or Facebook pages.

Gareth's World: Our Far South books have landed

The first two Our Far South books have landed at the Gareth's World store. Both include a bonus DVD:

• A Happy Feat: Voyage to the end of Our Far South

  Join Gareth and his crew on their voyage of discovery. By journey's end, you too will have an appreciation of what we stand to lose if we don't act to protect Our Far South. Find out more...

• Ice, Mice and Men: The Issues Facing Our Far South
  

  During the voyage, Gareth Morgan and Geoff Simmons grilled ten of New Zealand's top experts about the issues facing the region. Ice, Mice and Men is the result. Find out more...

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