About this episode

This episode explores the evolution of investing in New Zealand over the past 30 years.

Think back to 1996. Dial-up internet, bulky desktop computers and no KiwiSaver. Investing looked very different. And most New Zealanders had never even heard of Exchange Traded Funds. In this special episode of The Prosperity Project, Nadine Higgins sits down with PJ Harding to explore 30 years of investing in New Zealand, how access has changed, and how kiwis can get started on their investing journey to build wealth for the future. For 30 years, Smart’s been helping New Zealanders invest and grow their wealth, including launching NZ’s first Exchange Traded Fund back in 1996.  Find out more at smartinvest.co.nz This episode is brought to you by Smart. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

People in this episode

Host: Nadine Higgins

Guest: PJ Harding

Topics covered

• investing
• New Zealand
• financial history
• wealth building
• access to investment

Sponsors

Smart

Mentioned in this episode

Products: Exchange Traded Funds

Places: New Zealand

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