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Are term deposits worth it? Why a managed fund may be a better option

Oct 16, 2025

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Active v passive investing: Why stock pickers may hold the edge

Oct 13, 2025

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As OCR falls, Generate Managed Funds are an attractive alternative to term deposits

Oct 8, 2025

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What is thematic investing?

Jul 7, 2025

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Investing 101

The magic of compounding returns: how even small investments can grow big over time

Jul 7, 2025

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Managed funds

How managed funds work: the secret to long-term wealth building

Jun 12, 2025

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Investing 101

Managed funds

NZ Managed Funds Guide: How to Start Investing for Long-Term Growth

Apr 1, 2025

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Investing 101

Managed funds

The pros & cons of managed funds: What beginner investors need to know

Mar 24, 2025

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Investing 101

Managed funds

How to start investing: investing for beginners

Mar 12, 2025

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The Benefits of A Dollar-Cost Averaging Investment Strategy

Oct 18, 2024

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What is a growth fund?

Aug 8, 2023

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Investing 101: Why inflation matters

Feb 8, 2023

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