Bridge Talks Business with Milford

Understanding the investment landscape can help protect you during times of market volatility. Financial Adviser Gareth Stythe talks to Ryan Bridge about Bear and Bull markets, and what you need to be aware of during each market cycle. He also discusses the key factors that influence investor behaviour, and some of the common mistakes new investors make.

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In today’s episode of Bridge talks Business, Analyst Brendan Larsen explains fiscal dominance, and how there are signs that this is beginning to creep into the US administration. He talks through why this is a risk, and why it is important for Central Banks to retain independence in setting policy that achieves their inflation mandate.

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If you haven’t opened an investment fund before, the idea might seem a little daunting. In today’s episode of Bridge talks Business with Milford, Ryan Bridge chats with Maddie Cruickshank, a Senior Associate with Investor Services. She explains how to set up a fund, what risk appetite means, and what support is available to guide you through the process.

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As New Zealand’s largest trading partner, the health of the Chinese economy is intrinsically linked to ours. With GDP expected to slow, and the country facing structural challenges, what’s next for China – and us? Milford Portfolio Manager Will Curtayne talks with Ryan Bridge about the key determinants, including demographics, debt, property, interest rates and tariffs – and how collectively they could impact us here.

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The RBNZ kept the Official Cash Rate steady last week, so what does that mean for key drivers of the New Zealand economy? Milford Investment Analyst Jeremy Hutton talks with Ryan Bridge about contributing factors such as housing, tourism and migration, and discusses the NZX market performance outlook.    

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From trade disruption to huge escalations in geopolitics, the past six months have played out under a cloud of sustained global tension. Is it likely to continue or will the global landscape settle? Talking to Ryan Bridge, Milford Analyst Brendan Larsen unpacks key developments that shaped markets in the first half of 2025,  and outlines what to expect in second half of the year.

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Halfway through the year is the perfect time to revisit your financial goals. What are some of the key things to consider when assessing if you’re on-track? Milford Financial Adviser Jess Travers talks to Ryan Bridge about how you can ensure your money is working hard enough for you to reach your savings target.

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It’s been a week of uncertainty as geopolitics have played out across the globe. With Iran’s anticipated retaliation against the US bombings behind us, what’s ahead for markets and oil prices? Milford Portfolio Manager Mark Riggall talks to Ryan Bridge about the effects of recent events, interest rates, and inflation – and how all three will influence the second half of 2025.

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Massey University’s annual Retirement Expenditure Guidelines highlight the primary drivers of rising costs for retirees, and unpacks two different lifestyles depending on savings and weekly spend. Milford Senior KiwiSaver Financial Adviser, Liam Robertson, breaks down the research with Ryan Bridge and discusses what you can do to move from a “no frills” lifestyle to a “choices” lifestyle in retirement.

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Trump’s Big, Beautiful Bill is being debated in the Senate, with the dramatic fallout between Trump and Musk dominating headlines. What’s caused the toxic break down, and what impact might it have on sustainable investment? Milford Sustainable Investment Specialist, Grace O’Hanlon, talks with Ryan Bridge about what’s happened between the former allies, and how the proposed Bill might impact sustainable investment favourites like cl...

Estimates of $21bn in term deposits will be maturing over the next six months. With interest rates expected to track lower, investors will need to decide how to reinvest that money. Term deposits and investment funds both have benefits, so is there a best option? Milford Head of Wealth Management, Philip Morgan Rees, talks to Ryan Bridge about the differences, and how to use both avenues to your advantage.

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The Government announced a range of changes to KiwiSaver last week, but will they really make a significant difference for over-65s in retirement? Head of KiwiSaver at Milford, Murray Harris, recaps the changes with Ryan Bridge, talks through how much a rise to 4% will cost you, and highlights further steps the Government could take to improve financial outcomes for retired New Zealanders.

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At the onset of Covid, governments around the world shifted to expansive fiscal policies and lowered interest rates to avoid economic shutdown. With Covid lock-downs behind us, why are most governments still spending considerably more than they were during that period? Brad Litt, Credit Trading Manager at Milford, talks to Ryan Bridge about why New Zealand is still grappling with persistent deficits post Covid, and how we compare t...

US stocks have risen following a tariff ceasefire between the US and China overnight. Does this mean the trade war is over, and what’s next for global investors? Milford Portfolio Manager Mark Riggall talks to Ryan Bridge about why investors can be reassured by recent events.

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The deadline to meet the KiwiSaver contribution threshold to receive $500 from the Government is fast approaching. Milford Senior KiwiSaver Financial Adviser, Liam Robertson, tells Ryan Bridge about the $500 million that eligible Kiwis missed out on last year – and how to ensure you don’t miss out this year.

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Diversification is a popular concept when it comes to investing, but what does it actually involve? Milford Financial Adviser Bruce O’Leary breaks it down to Ryan Bridge.

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A lot has changed in the two weeks since Milford’s Head of Wealth Management, Philip Morgan Rees, spoke with Ryan about how to navigate volatile markets. Since then, Trump’s tariff announcement was worse than expected, and the market is reacting to the possible threat of a global recession. Phil picks up the conversation to dive deeper into the current economic situation, and what it means for investors.

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Ryman Healthcare has been in the news recently, raising $1bn of new equity – it’s second raise in two years. Pre-Covid, the company was a top performing stock, so what went wrong, and what’s ahead? Milford Portfolio Manager Sam Trethewey talks to Ryan Bridge about Ryman’s turnaround.

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