Aga Krzeczkowska, senior financial adviser at Sage Wealth (part of the Amplifi Group that also includes Mint Asset Management), explains how women can gain the power to invest better… Women are driving the economy forward, Fidelity International have revealed that women’s incomes have increased to $24 trillion in 2020, up from $20 trillion in… [Read More…]
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Navigating the ESG data challenge in New Zealand
The New Zealand market is making its mark globally with respect to mandatory ESG rules and regulation. However, a lack of quality data remains a significant and pressing challenge writes BNP Paribas’ Jules Bottlaender, Head of Sustainable Finance, APAC, and Iain Martin, Head of Securities Services, New Zealand. New Zealand is punching above its… [Read More…]
From the courtroom to the trading floor: spotlight on Mint founder Rebecca Thomas
In an interview (also available in video format), Rebecca Thomas, Founder and CEO of Mint Asset Management, explains how personal experiences drove her to seek opportunities for herself and others when it comes to managing finances. Successfully navigating the C-suite as a young woman, in a largely male-dominated industry, gave Rebecca Thomas the expertise… [Read More…]
A musical countdown to the number 1 financial impact of 2022
Mint Asset Management head of sales and marketing, David Boyle, knocks out a finsical playlist for the summer holidays… Mint Asset Management 2022 will be remembered in history as the year that promised so much hope after coming out of the Covid fog of the previous two years, but delivered a sense of confusion,… [Read More…]
How inflation stole Christmas
Mint Asset Management portfolio manager, John Middleton, looks forward to 2023 as inflation – hopefully – fades in the rear vision mirror… As 2022 draws to a close we look back on the turbulent last 12 months to see how markets are positioned for the year ahead. If we had to sum up 2022… [Read More…]
You might have to name your next daughter Mark
Mint Asset Management founder and chief, Rebecca Thomas, explains why gender equality in business matters and how to make it happen… A survey by Stuff back in 2019, showed that there were more Male CEOs called Mark than female CEOs on NZX. The Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) Impact Report 2022 by Global Women… [Read More…]
Modern slavery still a 21st-century reality
Mint Asset Management portfolio manager, David Fyfe, explains why slavery is not ancient history and why investors need a modern take on understanding the risks… The term modern slavery is increasingly making an appearance in all walks of life, from journalist headlines, corporate releases, and of course in the investment world. What does it… [Read More…]
The problem with ESG scores
Lorna Logan, Portfolio Manager at Stewart Investors, questions whether an over reliance on simplistic ESG scores can be a dangerous strategy… Sustainable investing is facing a wave of new regulation, seeking to improve transparency and standardise reporting requirements for sustainability funds. The intentions behind these regulations are laudable; to reduce greenwashing, help separate the… [Read More…]
Are you undertaking regular client KiwiSaver reviews?
Omnimax explains why the KiwiSaver review process can be a boon for adviser businesses rather than simply a compliance headache… Client reviews are often pushed to the backburner, especially if they are a lengthy manual process. Are you disadvantaging your business more than you realise by not doing them? Revisiting a client’s details, risk… [Read More…]
The value of financial advice in a VUCA world
In the ‘always on’ modern world, Mint Asset Management head of sales and marketing, David Boyle, explains why consumers need professional financial advice to tune out the noise… I have never been a fan of social media. And yes, I can hear the sniggers from my friends and peers, given I do post a… [Read More…]