Sam Arcand, Mint Asset Management investment analyst does the numbers on how proposed US tariffs could impact the largest NZ listed companies… The Trump administration’s tariff strategy is a hot topic in the investment world. At Mint, we’ve had our fair of discussions. To help you make sense of the nonsense, in this article,… [Read More…]
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Five strategies for dealing with market volatility
Uncertain markets can be challenging, but a solid strategy can help.Smartshares Ltd (Smart) share five practical steps to manage volatility and stay on track with your investment goals. Periods of volatility in global share markets and negative returns can understandably create uncertainty for many investors. The following five steps can help investors navigate market… [Read More…]
Unlocking the potential of smarter portfolio management for New Zealand’s largest investors
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Bullish on bullion? Discover gold’s role as a diversifier
Periods of economic turbulence often leave investors searching for assets that can help cushion their portfolios. Gold has long been considered a hedge against inflation and market swings. Smartshares Ltd (Smart) explores why it still plays an important role in modern investing… The world’s gold The first gold coins were struck in 560 B.C… [Read More…]
Climate disclosures and transition finance: APAC’s path forward
It has been a turbulent year in global politics with governments and multi-nationals slowing down on climate action. On a positive note, convergence has been achieved around climate disclosures. BNP Paribas’ Jules Bottlaender, head of sustainable finance APAC, and Iain Martin, head of securities services NZ, file a progress report… 2024 has been a… [Read More…]
Sheep sheds and credit spreads
Ryan Falls, Mint Asset Management investment analyst, remembers why in life, and investments, you can’t forget about the hard work… People who work in professional services often start autobiographical profiles on their journey into their career with a contrived metaphor that loosely relates to their chosen career, and this text will be no different…. [Read More…]
Wealth management opportunity in Wellington: Head of Advisory wanted
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Outlook for 2025: how about no landing?
Kirsten Boldarin, Mint Asset Management wholesale head of distribution, considers the potential market trajectories of the year ahead as the global economy flies into new conditions… For much of the past few years, there has been an ongoing debate about whether the US was going to experience a ‘hard landing’ or a ‘soft landing’…. [Read More…]