Bridge Talks Business with Milford

Episode 70: How not to panic in a crisis

When markets turn volatile, it’s natural to feel uneasy as your KiwiSaver balance dips. But what does volatility really mean, and how can you confidently navigate changing market cycles? Milford Investor Services Senior Associate Maddie Cruickshank joins Ryan Bridge to discuss how to stay the course.
This podcast is intended to provide general information only. It does not take into account your investment needs or personal circumstances. It is not intended to be viewed as investment or financial advice. Should you require financial advice you should always speak to a Financial Adviser. Past performance is not a reliable indicator of future performance. Milford is an active fund manager with views and portfolio positions subject to change. Milford Funds Limited is the issuer of the Milford KiwiSaver Plan and the Milford Investment Funds. Please read the relevant Milford Product Disclosure Statement at milfordasset.com. Before investing, you may wish to seek financial advice. The disclosure statements of all Milford Financial Advisers contain more information and are available for free on request. For more information and to see our Financial Advice Provider Disclosure statement, please visit milfordasset.com/getting-advice

Episode 69: Purchasing power under pressure

Purchasing power and affordability are front of mind, with inflation expected to rise in the near term while wage growth lags. Reserve Bank Chief Economist Paul Conway joins Ryan Bridge to discuss the role of monetary policy in supporting purchasing power, and why New Zealand continues to face challenges with productivity.
 
This podcast is intended to provide general information only. It does not take into account your investment needs or personal circumstances. It is not intended to be viewed as investment or financial advice. Should you require financial advice you should always speak to a Financial Adviser. Past performance is not a reliable indicator of future performance. Milford is an active fund manager with views and portfolio positions subject to change. Milford Funds Limited is the issuer of the Milford KiwiSaver Plan and the Milford Investment Funds. Please read the relevant Milford Product Disclosure Statement at milfordasset.com. Before investing, you may wish to seek financial advice. The disclosure statements of all Milford Financial Advisers contain more information and are available for free on request. For more information and to see our Financial Advice Provider Disclosure statement, please visit milfordasset.com/getting-advice

Episode 68: Enough chat – it’s time for AI to act

OpenClaw is proving the next major development in the technology world, as AI’s capability moves from simple chatbots to agents that can think and act on your behalf. On Bridge talks Business, Milford Senior Analyst Andrew Curtayne discusses what OpenClaw is and how it is impacting the technology landscape.
 
This podcast is intended to provide general information only. It does not take into account your investment needs or personal circumstances. It is not intended to be viewed as investment or financial advice. Should you require financial advice you should always speak to a Financial Adviser. Past performance is not a reliable indicator of future performance. Milford is an active fund manager with views and portfolio positions subject to change. Milford Funds Limited is the issuer of the Milford KiwiSaver Plan and the Milford Investment Funds. Please read the relevant Milford Product Disclosure Statement at milfordasset.com. Before investing, you may wish to seek financial advice. The disclosure statements of all Milford Financial Advisers contain more information and are available for free on request. For more information and to see our Financial Advice Provider Disclosure statement, please visit milfordasset.com/getting-advice

Episode 67: Why we should stop tinkering with KiwiSaver

The Government recently announced more changes to KiwiSaver rules around First Home Withdrawals for farmers and people in service tenancies. Milford General Manager KiwiSaver and Investment Funds, Murray Harris, talks to Ryan Bridge about the drawbacks of over-tinkering with the system, and how to unlock KiwiSaver’s full potential.
 
This podcast is intended to provide general information only. It does not take into account your investment needs or personal circumstances. It is not intended to be viewed as investment or financial advice. Should you require financial advice you should always speak to a Financial Adviser. Past performance is not a reliable indicator of future performance. Milford is an active fund manager with views and portfolio positions subject to change. Milford Funds Limited is the issuer of the Milford KiwiSaver Plan and the Milford Investment Funds. Please read the relevant Milford Product Disclosure Statement at milfordasset.com. Before investing, you may wish to seek financial advice. The disclosure statements of all Milford Financial Advisers contain more information and are available for free on request. For more information and to see our Financial Advice Provider Disclosure statement, please visit milfordasset.com/getting-advice

Episode 66: Oil, Iran and NZ’s economic outlook

New Zealand’s February earnings season revealed optimism in the economy, despite lowlights such as Air New Zealand. Milford Portfolio Manager Sam Trethewey talks to Ryan Bridge about the green shoots appearing as we head into FY27, and the potential impact of the conflict in Iran on oil prices and markets.
 
This podcast is intended to provide general information only. It does not take into account your investment needs or personal circumstances. It is not intended to be viewed as investment or financial advice. Should you require financial advice you should always speak to a Financial Adviser. Past performance is not a reliable indicator of future performance. Milford is an active fund manager with views and portfolio positions subject to change. Milford Funds Limited is the issuer of the Milford KiwiSaver Plan and the Milford Investment Funds. Please read the relevant Milford Product Disclosure Statement at milfordasset.com. Before investing, you may wish to seek financial advice. The disclosure statements of all Milford Financial Advisers contain more information and are available for free on request. For more information and to see our Financial Advice Provider Disclosure statement, please visit milfordasset.com/getting-advice

Episode 65: Powering up: Women and Wealth Wisdom

Financial literacy is a valuable skill, but women have historically lagged when it comes to understanding investing. Milford Wealth Management Adviser Jess Travers talks with Ryan Bridge about the barriers women face, and steps to overcome those barriers to achieve greater financial independence.
This podcast is intended to provide general information only. It does not take into account your investment needs or personal circumstances. It is not intended to be viewed as investment or financial advice. Should you require financial advice you should always speak to a Financial Adviser. Past performance is not a reliable indicator of future performance. Milford is an active fund manager with views and portfolio positions subject to change. Milford Funds Limited is the issuer of the Milford KiwiSaver Plan and the Milford Investment Funds. Please read the relevant Milford Product Disclosure Statement at milfordasset.com. Before investing, you may wish to seek financial advice. The disclosure statements of all Milford Financial Advisers contain more information and are available for free on request. For more information and to see our Financial Advice Provider Disclosure statement, please visit milfordasset.com/getting-advice

Episode 64: How does New Zealand become a nation of savers?

There’s been a lot of discussion lately about the looming “Silver Tsunami” and New Zealand’s preparedness for an ageing population. Milford CEO Blair Turnbull talks to Ryan Bridge about the changes that could help us become a nation of savers who aren’t just relying on a Super system that may not be able to support us in retirement.
 
This podcast is intended to provide general information only. It does not take into account your investment needs or personal circumstances. It is not intended to be viewed as investment or financial advice. Should you require financial advice you should always speak to a Financial Adviser. Past performance is not a reliable indicator of future performance. Milford is an active fund manager with views and portfolio positions subject to change. Milford Funds Limited is the issuer of the Milford KiwiSaver Plan and the Milford Investment Funds. Please read the relevant Milford Product Disclosure Statement at milfordasset.com. Before investing, you may wish to seek financial advice. The disclosure statements of all Milford Financial Advisers contain more information and are available for free on request. For more information and to see our Financial Advice Provider Disclosure statement, please visit milfordasset.com/getting-advice

Episode 63: If the economy's improving, why are consumers still holding back?

New Zealand’s economy is showing signs of recovery, with discretionary spending on the rise. So why do many households still feel like they’re treading water? RNZ Money Correspondent Susan Edmunds joins Ryan Bridge to unpack the state of the Kiwi consumer, the lingering impact of post-Covid interest rates, and why caution continues to shape spending decisions. 
 
This podcast is intended to provide general information only. It does not take into account your investment needs or personal circumstances. It is not intended to be viewed as investment or financial advice. Should you require financial advice you should always speak to a Financial Adviser. Past performance is not a reliable indicator of future performance. Milford is an active fund manager with views and portfolio positions subject to change. Milford Funds Limited is the issuer of the Milford KiwiSaver Plan and the Milford Investment Funds. Please read the relevant Milford Product Disclosure Statement at milfordasset.com. Before investing, you may wish to seek financial advice. The disclosure statements of all Milford Financial Advisers contain more information and are available for free on request. For more information and to see our Financial Advice Provider Disclosure statement, please visit milfordasset.com/getting-advice

Episode 62: The vital signs of healthcare investing - What's hot, what's not

Healthcare is a broad and complex area of investment, with numerous market segments to assess and consider. How do you break it down, what are good areas for investment, and what areas should be avoided? Milford Senior Investment Analyst Victoria MacLean talks to Ryan Bridge about key considerations, including policy impacts, levels of innovation, spending cuts, and the implications of AI.
 
This podcast is intended to provide general information only. It does not take into account your investment needs or personal circumstances. It is not intended to be viewed as investment or financial advice. Should you require financial advice you should always speak to a Financial Adviser. Past performance is not a reliable indicator of future performance. Milford is an active fund manager with views and portfolio positions subject to change. Milford Funds Limited is the issuer of the Milford KiwiSaver Plan and the Milford Investment Funds. Please read the relevant Milford Product Disclosure Statement at milfordasset.com. Before investing, you may wish to seek financial advice. The disclosure statements of all Milford Financial Advisers contain more information and are available for free on request. For more information and to see our Financial Advice Provider Disclosure statement, please visit milfordasset.com/getting-advice

Episode 61: Will I have enough? Tips to retire well

How much do I need, have I got enough, and how long will it last? These are key questions all of us face when planning for retirement. So, is there a magic number we should be working towards? Financial Adviser Julie Shacklady talks with Ryan Bridge about the variables that affect the answers to those questions, and shares some of her own investing journey story.  
This podcast is intended to provide general information only. It does not take into account your investment needs or personal circumstances. It is not intended to be viewed as investment or financial advice. Should you require financial advice you should always speak to a Financial Adviser. Past performance is not a reliable indicator of future performance. Milford is an active fund manager with views and portfolio positions subject to change. Milford Funds Limited is the issuer of the Milford KiwiSaver Plan and the Milford Investment Funds. Please read the relevant Milford Product Disclosure Statement at milfordasset.com. Before investing, you may wish to seek financial advice. The disclosure statements of all Milford Financial Advisers contain more information and are available for free on request. For more information and to see our Financial Advice Provider Disclosure statement, please visit milfordasset.com/getting-advice