Banking system remains resilient against dairy sector challenges
16/03/2016
The Reserve Bank of New Zealand’s (RBNZ) ‘Summary of the dairy portfolio stress testing exercise’ released today has found that the scenarios tested were manageable for banks, and stated our banking system is robust. It showed that New Zealand’s five largest rural lender banks are well placed to continue supporting farming customers through current challenges,...
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Banking sector remains strong – FIPS
24/02/2016
KPMG’s Financial Institutions Performance Survey for the 2015 financial year has found that New Zealand’s competitive banking sector stands as one of the strongest in the world. “New Zealand’s banks have remained stable and self-sufficient against the stresses of fluctuations in the global environment,” said Antony Buick-Constable, acting chief executive of the New Zealand Bankers’...
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Don’t fall hook, line and sinker for a catphish this Valentine’s Day
12/02/2016
The New Zealand Bankers’ Association (NZBA) warns against being scammed by online romancers who might be more interested in your bank account than your stellar personality. What starts out as a budding online romance can quickly turn into devastating heartbreak once you’ve handed over your personal information or life savings, only to discover your soul...
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Be smart and play your part for safer banking
08/02/2016
The New Zealand Bankers’ Association (NZBA) is encouraging people of all ages to be vigilant in protecting their personal information and finances as part of New Zealand’s Safer Internet Day. The event, coordinated by NetSafe, promotes the safe and positive use of the internet and digital technologies, especially among children and young people.
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New Zealand Bankers’ Association announces new Chief Executive
28/01/2016
The New Zealand Bankers’ Association (NZBA) is delighted to announce that Karen Scott-Howman has been appointed to the role of Chief Executive. Media Release29 January 2016 New Zealand Bankers’ Association announces new Chief ExecutiveThe New Zealand Bankers’ Association (NZBA) is delighted to announce that Karen Scott-Howman has been appointed to the role of Chief Executive.Currently...
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Farmers in drought conditions encouraged to talk with their banks
19/01/2016
South Island farmers facing continued drought conditions are encouraged to talk with their bank said the New Zealand Bankers’ Association (NZBA). “Banks recognise how important the agri-sector is to our economy. We encourage any farmers facing hardship due to ongoing dry conditions to contact their bank to discuss options for assistance and how they can...
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Tis the season to be careful
07/12/2015
The New Zealand Bankers’ Association is urging people to be vigilant as we head into the holiday season. More about Tis the season to be careful The New Zealand Bankers’ Association is urging people to be vigilant as we head into the holiday season. “It’s that time of the year when people have a lot...
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Bell Gully welcomed as New Zealand Bankers’ Association affiliate member
06/12/2015
The New Zealand Bankers’ Association today welcomed Bell Gully as its latest affiliate member. “We are very pleased to have Bell Gully, one of New Zealand’s oldest established law firms, join us as an affiliate member,” said New Zealand Bankers’ Association Chief Executive Kirk Hope. “Their support demonstrates just how deeply embedded in New Zealand...
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Commissioner’s collaborative approach welcomed
18/11/2015
The New Zealand Bankers’ Association today welcomed the Parliamentary Commissioner for the Environment’s report Preparing New Zealand for rising seas: Certainty and Uncertainty. “I commend Dr Wright in her collaborative approach to this serious issue,” said New Zealand Bankers’ Association Chief Executive Kirk Hope. “We look forward to having a role to play should the...
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Vigilance needed on mobile banking scams
15/11/2015
The New Zealand Bankers’ Association today encouraged people to be increasingly vigilant of banking scams as part of Fraud Awareness Week 2015. The New Zealand Bankers’ Association today encouraged people to be increasingly vigilant of banking scams as part of Fraud Awareness Week 2015. “As more and more Kiwis are using multiple mobile devices, scammers...
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