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Investing

Investing or thinking about investing? We can help you on your investing journey.

In this section we provide useful information on the risk profile of different investment types and give you the fundamentals of managing your investments to meet your goals. 

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Read our 7 top tips to keep in mind when you're starting out or looking into a new type of investment.

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Here's what you need to know about managing and maintaining your hard-earned investment.

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We talk about everything from Crypto to KiwiSaver.

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'Ethical investing', 'responsible investing', 'green finance', 'sustainable investing', 'social investing', 'ESG'. Whatever you call it, many of us are keen to align our investment choices to our values. But before you jump in because an investment claims to be 'ethical', take a deeper look at what you’re investing in and other factors you may need to consider.

Read all about ethical investing

Learn how to choose, use and understand the risks of online investing platforms.

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Find out how to find and work with an Adviser.

Learn more about Financial Advice

Find out everything you need to know about maintaining your KiwiSaver

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Managed funds guide

Your guide to choosing, buying and monitoring
managed funds and exchange traded funds (ETFs).

Shares guide

Share This! is a guide produced by the FMA to help novice investors navigate investing investing in shares.

Bonds guide

Bond voyage is a guide for investors on choosing, buying and owning bonds.

 

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