New research released by the Financial Services Council has revealed the true contribution of the broader financial services sector to New Zealand’s economic wellbeing. The research ‘Towards Prosperity’ carried out by the New Zealand Institute of Economic Research is some of the most comprehensive to date...
This week the Financial Markets Authority and Reserve Bank of New Zealand released their joint report into culture and conduct in life insurance, following their report on retail banking at the end of last year. The report has generated some media coverage and is likely...
Fidelity Life, New Zealand’s largest locally owned and operated life insurer, has been named 2018 Life Insurance Company of the Year for the second year running. At last night’s New Zealand Insurance Industry Awards hosted by ANZIIF Fidelity Life beat out fellow finalists Asteron Life and...
Our lives change all the time and none of us know what's around the corner. But with the AMP Future Insurability Option, you can take steps now to help protect what may become important to you in the future as your life and circumstances change. Think...
There are two premium options available when it comes to life cover – stepped and level. 1. Stepped Premiums Your premiums are calculated each year based on your age, sex and smoking status. It is cheaper than level premium cover in your younger years, but becomes more expensive...
As New Zealand’s largest locally owned and operated life insurer it’s Fidelity Life's job to be there when customers need them. The rural sector is a key part of the New Zealand economy and farmers are a key customer group for us and Fidelity Life....
Fidelity Life have listened to your feedback and taken action. The result is 40+ upgrades across their product range, delivering improved clarity, consistency and outcomes for you. 6 Key Upgrades 1. Upgraded heart attack definition Fidelity have upgraded their wording to align with the language you will hear...
Originally posted on the Asteron Life Blog How would your family pay the bills if you couldn't work for a while or passed away? If you're not sure, life insurance could help - and an adviser can help you figure out your needs. When you buy life...
AMP Australia has apologised unreservedly for the misconduct and failures in regulatory disclosures in its advice business and the AMP Board has announced actions to accelerate the necessary change within the Australian business. You can find out more in the note from AMP Australia’s Executive Chairman and read...
For the first time, New Zealanders can earn Airpoints Dollars™ on their premiums when they purchase risk insurance products. This follows the announcement that AIA New Zealand has become a category-exclusive partner of Air New Zealand’s highly-regarded Airpoints™ programme. From today, clients who buy an eligible...