Kiwibank has scrapped it's plans for partial privatisation after the Reserve Bank announced it's reduction of the amount of capital it requires banks to hold to protect their depositors in the event of a crisis.

The bank had been talking to investors, seeking a $500 million capital raise after the Government gave it the green light to raise money to become more competitive. 

Kiwibank CEO Steve Jurkovich talked to Andrew Dickens about the change and the future of the market. 

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Kiwibank has scrapped it's plans for partial privatisation after the Reserve Bank announced it's reduction of the amount of capital it requires banks to hold to protect their depositors in the event of a crisis.
The bank had been talking to investors, seeking a $500 million capital raise after the Government gave it the green light to raise money to become more competitive.&nbsp;
Kiwibank CEO Steve Jurkovich talked to Andrew Dickens about the change and the future of the market.&nbsp;
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Steve Jurkovich: Kiwibank CEO chats scrapped $500m capital raise

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The UK Prime Minister's signalling much closer ties with the European Union, forced by the war in Iran. 

Sir Keir Starmer's warning the conflict will impact the UK, and although they're preparing to whether the storm, it won't be easy. 

He says it's becoming increasingly clear their long term national interest requires a stronger partnership with Europe.

UK correspondent Enda Brady says no-one wants this war - and he wouldn't be surprised if the UK joins up with the EU by the end of the decade. 

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The UK Prime Minister's signalling much closer ties with the European Union, forced by the war in Iran.&nbsp;
Sir Keir Starmer's warning the conflict will impact the UK, and although they're preparing to whether the storm, it won't be easy.&nbsp;
He says it's becoming increasingly clear their long term national interest requires a stronger partnership with Europe.
UK correspondent Enda Brady says no-one wants this war - and he wouldn't be surprised if the UK joins up with the EU by the end of the decade.&nbsp;
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Enda Brady: UK correspondent on Prime Minister Starmer indicating the UK will be growing partnership with EU

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The ongoing conflict in the Middle East has been taking place for five weeks, and it's started to impact financial results.

Data shows business confidence has plunged over the last month, airlines are cutting down projected results and retail and construction have taken a hti.

Sam Dickie from Fisher Funds explained further.

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The ongoing conflict in the Middle East has been taking place for five weeks, and it's started to impact financial results.
Data shows business confidence has plunged over the last month, airlines are cutting down projected results and retail and construction have taken a hti.
Sam Dickie from Fisher Funds explained further.
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Sam Dickie: Fisher Funds expert on the ongoing economic costs of the Iran war

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Kiwi farmers have voiced concerns about the long-term impacts of the Middle East conflict.

Data shows the conflict will lead to slowdowns for firms in almost every sector - with increased economic uncertainty.

The Country's Jamie Mackay explained further.

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Kiwi farmers have voiced concerns about the long-term impacts of the Middle East conflict.
Data shows the conflict will lead to slowdowns for firms in almost every sector - with increased economic uncertainty.
The Country's Jamie Mackay explained further.
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Jamie Mackay: The Country host on farmer voicing concerns about long-term impacts of Iran conflict

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Steve Jurkovich: Kiwibank CEO chats scrapped $500m capital raise

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