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TSB Bank speaks up about 'unequal capital requirements and regulation'

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One crucial word was missed from NZX announcement: Summerset CEO

A word can change a meaning and that was the case with the NZX statement on Tuesday.

Kiwis making big waves across the ditch: NZ’s top expats in Oz

As more Kiwis head to Australian shores, our successful expats show how far we can go.

Bluestone Home Loans sold to ASX-listed Challenger for $597m

Challenger told Bluestone clients with direct debits that nothing would change for them.

Doing it tough: What households are dropping to cut costs

KiwiSaver holidays and insurance downgrades are some of the big cuts Kiwis are making.

Du Val downfall: From champagne, private jets to receivership and $250m debt

It was a lifestyle of flashy opulence - until the money ran out.

Ten most valuable deals by foreigners trading NZ assets in latest year

Value of deals in 2024 was less than half the value of those the previous year.

Jenée Tibshraeny: Government caution on Kiwibank capitalisation a win – for now

OPINION: Why seeking local private investment in Kiwibank is a win for the Govt – for now.

Gloriavale risks closure after court allows BNZ to shut its accounts

Two-year legal dispute over BNZ's bid to ditch Gloriavale ends.

Popularity of short term mortgage borrowing surges – at a cost

Nearly 90% of new mortgage lending in October was floating or fixed for a year or less.

Revolut applies for NZ banking licence

Fintech hopes licence will enable it to offer new products and enhance consumers' trust.

Retirement village dispute: Race, gender prejudice cited, residents lost

Fight over weekly fees charged by the operator had morphed into something else: decision

FMA welcomes High Court decision on CBL

The FMA has welcomed a decision on the estate of former CBLC director Alistair Hutchison.

Payments company Wise says Kiwi SMEs are held back by foreign exchange fees

Wise is calling for changes to transparency around foreign exchange fees.

Banks roll out new scam protection tool: How confirmation of payee will work

How it works, what you'll see, and when you'll likely get it.