Approaching the anniversary of the November 2016 Earthquake
14th of November marks the first anniversary of the Kaikoura earthquake that caused extensive and significant damage around the Kaikoura area and central Wellington. A magnitude 7.8 Earthquake hit around 15KM north-east of Culverden and 60KM south-west of Kairkoura lasted two minutes. What’s happened over the last two months leading up to the anniversary. Click here for a summary of what decisions and progress has been made.
To ensure we continue to act in the best interests of our clients, we are observing the developments in the Middle East and assessing how the ongoing conflict may progress.
Initially it was felt the conflict might be over within a matter of a few weeks but that may not be the case as it now appears the disruptions may continue for longer than expected.
Communities across New Zealand have recently faced significant challenges following the severe weather events.
At aibGROUP, we know how stressful times like these can be — impacting homes, businesses, and the things that matter most.
A 2026 reset brings a year of positive change.
As we are all now looking forward to 2026, our hope is for broader growth and certainty for all our businesses and households. Collectively, many businesses, families and individuals are working hard, resetting plans, and committing to the year ahead.
We all wish to see our economy grow, demand to flow back, and investment ideas to be executed. A broadening of economic growth helps us all.
Encouragingly, property experts broadly agree that house prices are likely to rise by around 5%, supported by lower holding interest rates and a renewed confidence stimulating activity in the market, with more willing buyers and sellers accepting the market cycle. And with stable monetary policy settings forming, it feels like the right time for the private sector to move forward, plan confidently, and begin investing.
