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Investment Returns at 30 September 2022
Share markets were generally flat over the quarter. The fall in international share markets was offset by a fall in the New Zealand dollar. The New Zealand dollar fell as investors became concerned about the local growth outlook and that interest rates on offer may be better later overseas.
What is happening with KiwiSaver?
There has been a lot of movement in the market recently which may be worrying KiwiSaver scheme members around the country. While KiwiSaver is a long-term retirement investment, you will have seen that annual performance is down. So, what do you need to know about...
Why are conservative funds losing money?
Some KiwiSaver investors who have their money in a conservative fund have been shocked by recent performance. Typically, these types of funds have been seen as "less risky", but given their recent losses you too most likely want to know why these types of funds are...
Important requirements for our members
We will be requesting some simple but important information from some of you in the next few weeks to help us fulfil our obligations under the Anti-Money Laundering legislation. This information will help us update your records to fulfil compliance requirements....
Stay strong, do not panic (Psalm 31:24)
It is potentially a confusing time right now for anyone with a KiwiSaver who is aware of how markets are currently performing. It may cause us to scramble and to think if there any quick decisions or actions we can make as a response. This is a message...
Investing ethically since 1972
A KiwiSaver Scheme that invests ethically is important to many Kiwis. Christian KiwiSaver Scheme (CKS) has always had an ethical approach to its investments and is always seeking to participate in the good God is doing in the world.
Investment Returns at 31 March 2022
The last quarter was all about the increase in uncertainty. Markets dislike when there is an increase in doubt. Uncertainties increased with the dreadful Russian invasion of Ukraine and with regard to the future level of interest rates...
A fierce storm (Mark 4:35)
It is typical for investments to go through changes, much like the fierce waters the disciples experienced in Mark 4:35 before Jesus calmed the storm. These different changes could be exciting, but can also cause a little uncertainty.KiwiSaver is a...
Investment Returns at 31 December 2021
A positive quarter for funds, particularly those with exposure to shares. Long term returns were good across all the funds. COVID news continued to dominate but despite the markets being concerned at times shares carried on with their upward track, with some share performances in international equity markets performing strongly. Fixed interest (bonds) investments however were mixed with concerns around the inflation and interest rate outlook holding back returns in that sector.
Investment Outlook for 2022
The themes that may dominate in the next year (a continuation from late 2021) are inflation, interest rates and growth. Growth enhancing policies may recede, spare capacity in the economy is minimal and the re-opening growth surge is probably over....
Anglican Financial Care Celebrates 50 years
Photo of the Board meeting in Wellington in March 1992 This year, Anglican Financial Care (AFC) celebrates its 50th birthday. The 1972 General Synod of the Anglican Church approved a Church Canon to establish Anglican Financial Care, originally known as...
Christmas message 2021
Dear friends,It is a pleasure to bring greetings to all who are members of Christian KiwiSaver Scheme, the Anglican Church’s clergy Pension Fund, the Retire Fund, and all our friends and supporters. May our infant saviour give you the joy of the...
