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Confidence vs Reality in New Zealand Finances | Auckland News
New Zealanders are buzzing with financial confidence—but the reality’s a bit thinner than it seems. Two-thirds feel very or extremely capable of managing money, yet a quarter could barely survive a month without income, and 23% would last just one to three months. Since 2020, the economy’s rebounded, boosting confidence and retirement readiness—13% now feel very prepared for retirement, up from 7% last year. Younger Kiwis are stepping up, joining KiwiSaver and prioritizing savings amid soaring living costs, turning financial resilience into a generational priority. Listen in comfort:Get a…
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