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CFC 2026 Newsletters

March 2026

Market Updates

As we move into March, financial markets and interest rates continue to shift as the global economy adjusts to new challenges and opportunities. While headlines can feel noisy at times, a clear plan and disciplined approach remain the most effective way to build long-term financial security - helping you stay on track to get the lifestyle you want.

February 2026

Happy New Year!

Michael and his family spent time in the stunning Coromandel and Gisborne, enjoying the beach and peaceful coastal scenery. The rest of our team also took a well-deserved break, and are now back – refreshed and ready to help you make 2026 a fantastic year.

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Divorce and money: How separation impacts KiwiSaver and retirement plans

Divorce changes life’s trajectory, but it doesn’t have to destroy financial security. With the right plan, the right advice, and the right investment tools, it’s possible not only to recover – but to rebuild stronger.

Money Talks

To make starting the conversation around money even easier, the Financial Services Council NZ developed conversation cards to get the ball rolling with friends, colleagues and whānau.

Click on the links below to access the different packs for women, families for a child-friendly version, as well as a Māori version.

Money Talks – Conversation Cards – Women

Money Talks – Conversation Cards – Family

Money Talks – Conversation Cards – Te Reo

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Divorce and money: How separation impacts KiwiSaver and retirement plans

Divorce and money: How separation impacts KiwiSaver and retirement plans

A look back at when the world feared the worst

On August 2, 1990, the world woke up to a grim headline: “Iraq Invades Kuwait; Oil Prices Soar, Markets Plunge.”

Navigating Geopolitical Events

Accepting that the outcomes of geopolitical events are hard to predict doesn’t mean they’re not important. But as an investor you need to focus on what you can control. That’s why diversification, maintaining flexibility and planning for the unexpected are critical tools, as Karen Umland, Senior Investment Director at Dimensional Fund Advisors, explains in this article.