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Grow the financial confidence and wellbeing of New Zealanders.

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Managing Risk Through Challenging Times
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Managing Risk Through Challenging Times

FSC sees opportunities for increased contributions to KiwiSaver following FMA’s KiwiSaver report
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FSC sees opportunities for increased contributions to KiwiSaver following FMA’s KiwiSaver report

Financial Services Council sees year of growth and resilience for the financial services sector, and welcomes 2025 Board
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Financial Services Council sees year of growth and resilience for the financial services sector, and welcomes 2025 Board

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Outlook 2025 - Policy, Regulatory and Economic Update
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Outlook 2025 - Policy, Regulatory and Economic Update

KiwiSaver Industry Spotlight September 2024
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KiwiSaver Industry Spotlight September 2024

Life Insurance Industry Spotlight September 2024
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Life Insurance Industry Spotlight September 2024

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What the FSC has been doing recently

3 - 5 September

FSC24 Conference 

The New Zealand financial services sector and beyond came together at our flagship conference in September, as we discussed consumer resilience and prosperity. 

We heard from the country's leaders and gathered key insights to inform the growth of organisations, built connections with the who's who of the financial services industry and celebrated outstanding work and excellence at the FSC Awards 2024.  

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3 - 5 September
4 September

Money & You: Consumer Resilience and the Road to Prosperity Research report

We've released our latest Money & You research, which reveals that many New Zealanders are facing the tough choice between relieving immediate financial pressures or saving for the future. 

This edition centres on the financial capability and resilience of New Zealanders in the short, medium and long-term.

Download the report here.

4 September
18 September

Kirk Hope commences as CEO of the FSC

We are delighted to welcome Kirk Hope as the CEO of the FSC.

"I look forward to collaborating closely with the sector, regulators, and government to accelerate momentum on strategic and policy initiatives that will benefit New Zealanders for generations to come," said Mr. Hope.

See the full media release here. 

18 September
7 November

Empower & Elevate - Women in Finance Leadership Finance: Inspiring Success

Driven by a joint recognition and need for inclusive leadership that addresses the issues for working women who are already in leadership or are just starting their career journey, INFINZ, FSC and FSC’s Empower Women came together for an event series to create impactful change. 

Click here to watch the replay and see the top tips shared by speakers. 

7 November
26 November 2024

Money & You: Managing Risk Through Challenging Times research report

We've released our latest Money & You research, which reveals that the cost-of-living crisis is impacting New Zealanders choice to protect their health and life through insurance.

This edition highlights that a significant knowledge gap persists among New Zealanders around financial risk management.

Download the report here.

26 November 2024
4 February 2025

Outlook 2025 - Policy, Regulatory and Economic update

Join us for Outlook 2025 where leaders from the political, regulatory and economic spheres will provide key insights for 2025.

Attendees will gain valuable insights and hear keynote addresses from Hon. Andrew Bayly, Minister of Commerce and Consumer Affairs, Samantha Barrass, Chief Executive of the Financial Markets Authority and Brad Olsen, Chief Executive and Principal Economist at Infometrics.

Find out more information and register here.

4 February 2025
Money and You

Our initiative to help Kiwis grow their financial confidence and wellbeing.

Money and You is a resource for all New Zealanders with tips, insights and conversations designed to grow financial confidence and wellbeing. From getting a handle on your KiwiSaver to mental health and staying safe online, we cover it all. The content is grounded in FSC research and draws on experts from our member organisations and industry partners, but it's written in an accessible way – without the jargon.