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How much will you get if the bank reveals your secrets?
09/04/2015
Bankers’ Association chief Kirk Hope says there are few times when a bank can legally divulge your information: “You’ve got compulsion by law, a public duty to divulge the information, or where a bank has to disclose information to protect its own interests, for example in a court case. Or where the customer agrees to...
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Court overturns ANZ credit card fee ruling
08/04/2015
New Zealand Bankers’ Association chief executive Kirk Hope said: “The Australian courts have so far ruled that none of the fees targeted by the action are unreasonable. For bank customers these fees are also avoidable”.
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NZ Herald
BNZ boss elected chair of Bankers’ Association
01/04/2015
Incoming NZBA chair Anthony Healy said, “Our banks are rated as the most sound in the world and we look forward to a productive year with the Association and its members, and continuing meaningful engagement with stakeholders.”
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Credit card statements to get minimum repayment warning
26/03/2015
The chief executive of lobby group the New Zealand Bankers’ Association, Kirk Hope, said the group supported the Government’s changes.
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Interest.co.nz
MasterCard becomes first affiliate member of the NZ Bankers’ Association
18/03/2015
MasterCard New Zealand has been unveiled as the first affiliate member of bank lobby group the New Zealand Bankers’ Association.
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NZ Herald
Mortgages: Shopping around for better deals pays off
18/03/2015
NZ Bankers Association chief executive Kirk Hope said: “The Canstar report demonstrates the high level of competition … and the importance of consumers doing their research, and talking to their bank to ensure they get the best possible deal.”
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Interest.co.nz
Loan sharks and ‘unscrupulous’ payday lenders key targets as government releases Responsible Lending Code
17/03/2015
“We support the Code because it will help target unscrupulous lenders and provide greater protection for vulnerable people,” said NZBA chief executive Kirk Hope.
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NZ Herald
Mortgagee sales tumble as New Zealand’s economy grows
06/03/2015
The fall in foreclosures reflected generally positive trends for Kiwi consumers and prospective homeowners, said Kirk Hope, New Zealand Bankers’ Association chief executive.
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Bank of China first Chinese bank to join NZ bankers’ group
02/03/2015
Bank of China today became the first Chinese bank to join the New Zealand Bankers’ Association. “The arrival of Bank of China further enhances competition and diversity in our banking sector,” association chief executive Kirk Hope said.
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NZ Herald
Saver tactics worry watchdog
22/02/2015
“Many of us do enjoy being able to see all our accounts online at a glance, including our growing KiwiSaver balance. The performance of the banks’ funds is also a factor worth taking into account.”
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