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Monthly Report for February 2025

In February, the Reserve Bank of New Zealand lowered the OCR to 3.75%, mainly because inflation remains within the central bank’s target, currently at 2.2%.

 

The central bank aims to use this reduction in OCR to gradually support economic recovery. Although the unemployment rate is still high, i...

13/03/2025 10:06:57 - Comment(s)
Is it time to rethink alcohol?

New Research on Alcohol and Heart Health

The Heart Foundation has released updated advice based on the latest research, and the findings may surprise you. While moderate drinking was once considered safe, new evidence shows that any amount of alcohol increases the risk of heart disease.


The Heart Foun...
01/03/2025 08:00:00 - Comment(s)
Monthly Report for January 2025

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From the data of the company in January, the number of customers buying investment properties and those taking out loans to purchase businesses are gradually increasing. This is because interest rates are slowly decreasing, and many investors are hoping to buy suitable investment proper...

28/02/2025 12:59:33 - Comment(s)
Monthly Report for November 2024

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As Christmas approaches, the team at NZ Pathfinder Mortgage would like to wish you all a Merry Christmas and Happy New Year in advance. We will be closed from 24/12/2024 and will resume work on January 6.

 

On November 27, the Reserve Bank reduced the OCR (Official Cash Rate) by 50 b...

28/02/2025 12:49:33 - Comment(s)
Monthly Report for October 2024

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Due to the United States lowering its benchmark interest rate by 50 basis points in September, the NZ Reserve Bank also reduced the OCR by 50 basis points as expected on 09 October. The four major banks sequentially lowered their loan interest rates in October. More importantly, all fou...

28/02/2025 12:39:41 - Comment(s)
Wishing You Prosperity and Joy This Chinese New Year

As we welcome the Year of the Snake in 2025, the team at New Zealand Pathfinder Limited would like to express our heartfelt gratitude to our valued clients. Your trust in us as your financial advisors has been the cornerstone of our success, and it is a privilege to help you protect what matters mos...

29/01/2025 08:00:00 - Comment(s)
Celebrating 2024 with Gratitude and Looking Ahead to 2025

As the year comes to an end, we at New ZealandPathfinder Limited want to extend our heartfelt gratitude to you, our valued clients, for trusting us to safeguard what matters most to you.


2024 has been a year of growth, reflection, and resilience. Whether it was helping you protect your loved ones, s...

24/12/2024 08:00:03 - Comment(s)
Small Changes, Big Impact: Start Your Day Right

Improving your health doesn’t have to mean a complete overhaul of your eating habits. Instead, begin with a simple change—breakfast.


Making drastic changes to your diet can feel overwhelming, but rethinking what healthy looks like and starting with small, manageable steps can make all the difference....

02/12/2024 12:45:53 - Comment(s)
Life Insurance for 'Just in Case' Moments

Financial planning often focuses on the exciting stuff: building wealth, managing retirement funds, and investing. But there's an important part of the conversation that’s often missed—what happens if life throws you an unexpected curveball? Making sure you’re covered for the ‘what ifs’ is just as c...

01/11/2024 08:00:00 - Comment(s)
Monthly Report for September 2024

September passed quickly. And the biggest news in this month was the U.S. central bank cut the interest rate by more than expected.  US Federal Reserve cut 0.5% to a range of 4.75%-5% amid decelerating inflation and slightly softer labour market date. 

 

Prior to the US central bank’s r...

09/10/2024 14:06:31 - Comment(s)
AIA's 3 Months Free Insurance Offer

AIA believe in not just protecting lives, but improving them every day. They are dedicated to helping New Zealanders live Healthier, Longer, Better lives, and now they’re making it easier for you to protect what matters most—your family, lifestyle, and financial wellbeing.


As New Zealand’s leading li...

01/10/2024 08:00:00 - Comment(s)
Monthly Report for August 2024

On 14th of Aug, the Reserve Bank reduced the OCR from 5.5% to 5.25%.  In response, the four main banks also reduced the home loan rates, currently home loan rate for 6 months has not changed significantly, banks have lowered home loan rates for other terms. Banks also reduced the test rate, so ...

04/09/2024 14:52:34 - Comment(s)
Understanding the Impact of Salt on Your Health

Eating healthy isn’t just about focusing on one food group or specific nutrients. It’s about the overall quality and quantity of everything you eat. A diet high in salt can significantly increase blood pressure and is closely linked to cardiovascular disease and stroke.


Here’s what you need to know a...

03/09/2024 10:10:27 - Comment(s)
Monthly Report for July 2024

In July, 4 main banks started to reduce the loan interest rates. Although the reduction is not substantial, but the frequency of cuts is increasing rapidly. That means the central bank may lower the OCR in November this year.


Also, NZ Government amended the CCCFA policy, Lenders will have more flexib...

06/08/2024 10:42:05 - Comment(s)
Debunking the Eating Before Bed Myth

Plenty of medical assumptions have been passed down through generations, but not all of them are true. As science advances and new discoveries are made, misunderstandings are quashed, and new information becomes known.

 

Here are the key points to understand about eating before bed and its impact...

01/08/2024 08:00:00 - Comment(s)
3 Months Free, Limited Time Offer from NIB

We understand that times are tough, and that’s why nib is stepping up to make health coverage easier for you. For a limited time, when you sign up with nib on an Easy Health, Ultimate Health Max, or Ultimate Health policy, you’ll enjoy 3 months of free premiums after payin...

09/07/2024 11:42:33 - Comment(s)
Monthly Report for June 2024

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Due to weaker-than-expected data in the New Zealand real estate market in May, ANZ has revised down their forecast for this year's house price growth to 1%, from the previous expectation of 3%. After seasonal adjustments, the REINZ House Price Index decreased by 0.4% in May, with major ...

09/07/2024 11:01:24 - Comment(s)
Monthly Report for May 2024

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The central bank and the government introduced several policies in May that will have a significant impact on the housing market.


The first one is the government's announcement to cancel the first home grant provided by Kainga Ora. This policy change may have a significant impact on many...

11/06/2024 13:27:46 - Comment(s)
Heart-Healthy Eating: Fuelling Your Well-being

Maintaining a healthy heart starts with what we put on our plates. Food plays a crucial role in managing heart health, influencing factors like blood pressure, cholesterol levels, and weight management. But beyond its physiological impact, food serves as a source of comfort, joy, and connection.

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01/06/2024 08:00:00 - Comment(s)
Monthly Report for April 2024

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Currently, the Reserve Bank of New Zealand is maintaining the OCR at 5.5%. New Zealand's economy is experiencing a very slow growth, with rising unemployment rate, yet prices have not fallen as expected. The inflation rate is more stubborn than expected. More and more borrowers are feeling th...

03/05/2024 16:05:52 - Comment(s)