Canny View Podcast

Many investors took advantage of the market turmoil in March to rotate into socially-conscious ESG investing. You’ve probably heard the term. ESG investing is the integration of Environmental, Social and Governance factors into the fundamental investment process. It may also be termed sustainable investing. It is a wide term as it can cover several areas, but essentially, it’s for investors who consider their long-term impact on society, environment and the behaviour of a business.

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As a society, we are finally beginning to have more honest and supportive public conversations about mental health, but too often the connection between mental health and money hasn’t been recognised.Financial stress is a major factor in many of our lives today. Some people may be facing an uncertain financial future, given the potential impact on everyday life, our jobs and income.

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Okay, this one created quite a stir in financial circles. ANZ Investment Services (New Zealand) decided to stop Bonus Bonds and wind up the investment scheme by the end of October and return funds to bondholders. Folks are weighing up their options and wanting to know what is the best investment vehicle out there to put their Bonus Bonds money in as the ANZ's 50-year-old scheme will be wound up with money returned to bondholders.

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Investing during an election year can be tough on the nerves and 2020 promises to be no different. By now, most people are aware that our world – especially the situation with COVID-19 pandemic – is changing and developing lightning fast. In its latest interest rate decision on 12th August, the Reserve Bank of New Zealand maintained its official cash rate at 0.25 per cent but also raised the possibility of going into negative territory as the country faces the severe economic impact caused by the pandemic.

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Although the outcome of any election is uncertain, one thing we can count on is that plenty of opinions and predictions will be floated in the months and days leading up to Election Day.

In financial circles, we will almost certainly hear perceptions and views of market impacts. But, do election results really matter and need to be followed closely by long-term investors, or is it just noise that needs to be ignored?

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Whatever the cause, investors should remember: volatility is typically a short-term phenomenon, and retirement is a long-term prospect. Sticking to a long-term investment plan can be one way to offset the stresses of volatility.

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We are absolutely thrilled with our recent KiwiSaver 'Free Money' campaign results. 75% of our KiwiSaver clients received full government contributions ($521.43) this year, i.e. $500,000 'Free Money' from the government to our eligible KiwiSaver clients.

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In mid-January 2020, China was announcing confirmed human to human contact of Covid-19, locking down Wuhan province and building temporary hospitals. While many investment managers carried out daily operations, some had their eye on China.

Nucleus Wealth was one. It is a small active manager in Melbourne with an international focus. The call was made in late January. They dumped their clients’ investment holdings and started moving to cash. What happened next is covered in this podcast.

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Published on 23 June 2020. The coronavirus-induced economic downturn is taking a toll on a popular source of investment income for retires: dividends.

Dividend stocks are a staple of every income investor, and they can play an important role in any portfolio, regardless of age and financial circumstances. But it is very much possible that dividend investors can fall into the trap of hindsight bias if they are not careful and sufficiently diversified.

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Canny View Podcast is available on all major streaming platforms, including Spotify and Apple Music.

The information provided, or any opinions expressed in this show, are of a general nature only and should not be construed or relied on as a recommendation to invest in a financial product or class of financial products. You should seek financial advice specific to your circumstances from an Authorised Financial Adviser before making any financial decisions. A disclosure statement can be obtained free of charge by calling 0800 878 961 or visiting our website, www.stewartgroup.co.nz

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