ANZ Hikes Mortgage Rates Above Competitors, Holds Savings Rates Steady

The financial landscape is shifting, and for many New Zealanders, the signs are appearing in their banking apps. When a major player like ANZ begins nudging its deposit and PIE fund rates upward, it isn’t just an isolated move—it is a signal. As central banks pivot to combat inflation, the dance between wholesale costs, mortgage … Read more

ANZ Unveils New Negative Gearing Policies

The End of the “Set and Forget” Investor? How Banking Shifts are Redefining Property Strategy For decades, the Australian property investment playbook was remarkably consistent: buy an established dwelling, leverage negative gearing to offset income tax, and wait for capital growth. However, a seismic shift is underway. As major lenders begin to decouple serviceability from … Read more