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June 26, 2025 46 mins

In a live episode of Making Cents, it's time to decode the tension still simmering in the US-Iran-Israel conflict, and the reaction from the money world.


Oil prices, KiwiSaver balances, inflation pressure, and economic growth could all be impacted. What does this mean for your money?


Host Frances Cook is joined by top financial minds to unpack what’s happening and what you can do about it:


Jarrod Kerr, chief economist at Kiwibank

Michael Gorin, wealth adviser at AdviceFirst

Gareth Kiernan, chief forecaster at Infometrics


Real-time, expert-backed analysis to help you stay calm, informed, and in control. Whether you're an investor, homeowner, or just trying to get by, this episode is for you.


We cover:

How global conflict is affecting oil prices and inflation

What the situation could mean for your KiwiSaver

Whether now is the time to buy, sell, or sit tight

What smart investors and advisers are doing right now


Making Cents is supported by our friends at Kiwibank.


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