FireSuper news
Behind the scenes interview with Ashik Kurien.
Global share markets fell sharply in the June quarter, with the MSCI ACWI Index – Net returning -5.7% in unhedged New Zealand dollar (NZD) terms.
We are appalled and saddened by the humanitarian disaster unfolding in Ukraine. Our thoughts are with all those people who are impacted and are suffering.
Investment news
In May, strong corporate earnings and positive economic data contributed to the rise of both equities and fixed income investments.
In April, the rally in equities came to an end. This was due to persistent inflation and a sharp slowdown in US GDP growth, which weighed heavily on market sentiment.
In March, investors who remained optimistic were rewarded as stock markets continued to rise despite an increase in US inflation for the second consecutive month and a slowdown in consumer spending.
Financial planning
Financial wellbeing refers to how well someone can meet their current and future financial needs.
Retirement savings are important for the future as it is always good to have a pool of funds in case of an uncalled-for event like a health condition or expenses related to your house or car.
What are your retirement goals? The concept of retirement means different things to different people. Whether it is the opportunity to travel, spend time with family, to start a new project,
Our People
As I moved up the ranks and received pay rises, I saw an opportunity to keep living on the same income and invest the extra pay into the Scheme through voluntary contributions.
Gerald Twiss is currently based in Kapiti and retired as a firefighter in 2018.
Emma Austin is a Station Officer with Brooklyn Fire Station, Wellington.