How to use money market funds in your portfolio

Money market funds are mutual funds that invest in short-term debt instruments with high credit quality, including US Treasury bills and short-term unsecured corporate-backed notes (aka commercial paper). Money market funds aim to sustain a net asset value of $1.00 per share while offering higher yields than bank savings accounts. What are the advantages and […]

How to know when to walk away — according to Aviva CEO Amanda Blanc

At one of the highest points in her career, Amanda Blanc made a decision most executives would avoid — she walked away. In this episode of “Executive Decisions,” the Aviva Group CEO reflects on leaving a senior role with no safety net, the judgment required to know when something isn’t right and how that instinct […]

How to avoid fast furniture without spending too much

NEW YORK (AP) — Furniture is one of the biggest hurdles during a move, because good dressers and couches are bulky and expensive. During a stressful time, it makes sense to crave something cheap delivered straight to your door. That’s where fast furniture comes in. These are simple pieces made with a mishmash of plastics, […]

Get your finances sorted in 2026: How to save money

Is organising your money life on your New Year’s resolution list in 2026? In this five-part series, RNZ money correspondent Susan Edmunds guides you through the basics. Catch up on Day One: Set a Budget. Next up: Saving money. By Susan Edmunds of RNZ Saving money is probably near the top of people’s New Year’s […]

How to Build Trust in Your FinTech App

Building trust in a fintech app requires visible security, clear data permissions, strong compliance, and seamless user experiences from onboarding to recovery.     Discover top fintech news and events! Subscribe to FinTech Weekly’s newsletter Read by executives at JP Morgan, Coinbase, Blackrock, Klarna and more   Trust is the real currency of fintech. No […]

How to volunteer with young children: Tips and ideas for families

NEW YORK (AP) — When Cami Teacoach’s son turned three she set out to find volunteer opportunities they could do together. He made Valentine cards for senior citizens. They hiked and picked up trash. He helped harvest produce at community gardens and made seed balls out of mud, throwing them into the forest to promote […]