Air New Zealand is the worst of both worlds – Nick Stewart
The symbolism writes itself. Air New Zealand, like the kiwi, has become a flightless bird: Grounded by contradictions,…
Superannuation at 65, comforting politics and hard maths: Nick Stewart
When New Zealand’s pension was introduced in 1898, set at age 65, male life expectancy was around 56…
Former Bond girl Ursula Andress claims adviser stole millions from her
Andress told Blick she’s always been a down-to-earth woman, who never lost touch with reality despite her fame.…
Was Hōne Heke New Zealand’s first tax rebel? – Nick Stewart
Then came the Crown’s taxes. Suddenly, the Treaty he’d signed in good faith was being followed by higher…
Former financial adviser David McEwen fined $15k, banned for 7 years
McEwen previously sent the court correspondence from Lithuania. Defence counsel Karl Trotter today said McEwen was still overseas.…
Former financial adviser David McEwen sends message from Lithuania, tells court he has no money
The court heard McEwen provided no affidavit but sent a certificate from a “notary” in Lithuania. Notaries vary…
Why self-insurance rarely works: Nick Stewart
Inflation compounds these challenges. Your sinking fund may grow at 2-3% annually through interest, if you stay dedicated,…
Former financial adviser David McEwen pleads guilty to stop order breaches
This came after the authority received complaints from McEwen’s clients in which it was suspected credit and debit…
Forget interest rates, here’s the real key to getting mortgage-free faster
In fact, over 30 years at an average interest rate of 6% you can end up paying double…
Former financial adviser Murray McClune jailed after $1.7m theft from elderly clients
FMA head of enforcement Margot Gatland said McClune’s conduct was “both deliberate and dishonest, and involved a gross…
Time to cut the banking anchor: Nick Stewart
This policy response, designed to address what they characterised as a once-in-a-century crisis, has instead gummed up our…
Senate confirms Trump adviser to top Fed role, despite central bank’s independence
Senator Lisa Murkowski of Alaska was the only Republican who voted against confirming Miran. The vote was otherwise…