The first quarter of the year saw a continued strong performance from many international share markets. 

In the Autumn Update, the lead article provides a brief overview of the quarter and highlights several topical themes, including the performance of Japan, a review of gold, and a closer look at the New Zealand housing market.  

A more detailed summary of important investment sector returns for the quarter, and over longer time horizons, is covered in the Key Market Movements section.

In the feature article, we delve into the life’s work of a renowned behavioural psychologist who recently passed away and explain why his work and insights have made an enormous contribution to the field of wealth management. Professor Daniel Kahneman’s article is a ‘must read’!

Read our commentary and featured article here.