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BNZ says customers staying loyal
BNZ claims it has suffered no adverse customer reaction following its tax problems with the IRD.

Former NZ economist predicts more global gloom
Another plunge into global recession in 2010 or 2011 is being tipped by expatriate economist Robert Wade.

Kiwi dollar stumbles as investors move back to greenback
The kiwi dollar has fallen below 75US cents as more signs of recovery in the US economy are seen.

<i>Rob Cameron:</i> Building a bridge over troubled investment waters
Many New Zealanders don't trust the finance sector - financial advisers and the companies that provide investment products.

Governor tipped to raise rate sooner
The Reserve Bank is expected to signal on Thursday an earlier start to interest-rate tightening.

Credit card scammers live the high life
A syndicate of scammers buys a luxury lifestyle after obtaining the credit card details of genuine bank customers.

Obama hits mark with attack on 'fat cat' bankers
More proof today, as if it were needed, that Barack Obama's administration “gets it”.

Deposit rates on rise
A number of banks and large finance companies have made changes to deposit rates, with rates generally being pushed up.

Kiwibank raises fixed mortgage rates again
Kiwibank is increasing its fixed mortgage rates for the second time this month.

Finance firms likely to know more about us
NZ wants to follow Australia's decision which give financiers greater access to people's credit histories.

Bank fees reduced or even dropped as competition bites
Some banks have reduced fees, while others have wiped some completely.