MacDonald Wealth Autumn Update
While the last several years have seen many international share markets delivering strong double-digit investment returns, the first three months of 2026 saw most markets taking a small step backwards. Market declines can happen at any time, but the primary headwind this quarter was linked to the escalating conflict in the Middle East. US and . . .
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The case for a strategic allocation to New Zealand shares
A tale of two decades New Zealand shares have experienced both strong and challenging periods over the past decade and a half. From around 2011 through to 2020, New Zealand was one of the stronger performing share markets in the developed world. Investors with meaningful allocations to local companies were well rewarded and portfolios with . . .
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Staying Steady in Uncertain Times: Practical Tips for Life and Money
From global events to changing interest rates here in New Zealand, periods of uncertainty can feel unsettling. Markets move, headlines turn negative, and it’s completely natural to feel concerned about what it all means for your finances and your future. The reality is, while we can’t control what’s happening around us, we can control how . . .
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