NZ Funds Investment Report 2H 2018

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After a strong run from markets, the end of the cycle is approaching.

 The New Zealand economy is now showing signs of slowing yet New Zealand shares continue to outperform.

 We look at the implications for investors in a rising interest rate environment with commentary on NZ Funds’ downside mitigation approach in our latest Investment Report.

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