M&A
The Co-operative Bank's CEO says the RBNZ extending use of the word 'bank' to NBDTs may spur mergers
13th Jun 26, 9:07am
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The Co-operative Bank's CEO says the RBNZ extending use of the word 'bank' to NBDTs may spur mergers
Forsyth Barr analysts see integration of technology systems and TSB’s low lending and earnings growth as potential risks to a successful merger with Heartland
4th Jun 26, 8:15am
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Forsyth Barr analysts see integration of technology systems and TSB’s low lending and earnings growth as potential risks to a successful merger with Heartland
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Toi Foundation chairman says Heartland deal follows talks with multiple parties after an unsolicited approach in late 2024
2nd Jun 26, 12:37pm
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Toi Foundation chairman says Heartland deal follows talks with multiple parties after an unsolicited approach in late 2024
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Heartland Group Holdings proposes acquisition of TSB from the Toi Foundation to create TSB Heartland Bank. Toi to consult with Taranaki residents
2nd Jun 26, 9:21am
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Heartland Group Holdings proposes acquisition of TSB from the Toi Foundation to create TSB Heartland Bank. Toi to consult with Taranaki residents
NZ First wants to buy BNZ from its Aussie parent, and merge it with Kiwibank to create 'a National Bank of New Zealand', says Winston Peters
17th May 26, 2:58pm
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NZ First wants to buy BNZ from its Aussie parent, and merge it with Kiwibank to create 'a National Bank of New Zealand', says Winston Peters
Australia's Cuscal acquiring electronic payments processor Worldline New Zealand and reviving Paymark brand
15th Apr 26, 11:57am
Australia's Cuscal acquiring electronic payments processor Worldline New Zealand and reviving Paymark brand
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The $250 million Irish buy in of Alliance Group is being fought by a group of farmer hold-outs who say it undervalues the cooperative
22nd Sep 25, 12:53pm
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The $250 million Irish buy in of Alliance Group is being fought by a group of farmer hold-outs who say it undervalues the cooperative
Suncorp Group receives first payment for Asteron Life sale after acquisition's completion
3rd Feb 25, 3:02pm
Suncorp Group receives first payment for Asteron Life sale after acquisition's completion
Commerce and Consumer Affairs Minister Andrew Bayly sees potential for KiwiSaver provider consolidation as new investment rules aim to boost local opportunities
14th Dec 24, 9:10am
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Commerce and Consumer Affairs Minister Andrew Bayly sees potential for KiwiSaver provider consolidation as new investment rules aim to boost local opportunities
Commerce and Consumer Affairs Minister Andrew Bayly wants the Commerce Commission and the Commerce Act better set up for the future
5th Dec 24, 11:02am
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Commerce and Consumer Affairs Minister Andrew Bayly wants the Commerce Commission and the Commerce Act better set up for the future
Whilst the push for greater bank competition is good news, it may also come with increased risk
28th Oct 24, 6:00am
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Whilst the push for greater bank competition is good news, it may also come with increased risk
Overseas Investment Office eyes decision on the NZ$410 million sale of Suncorp’s Asteron Life to Resolution Life by early July
4th Jun 24, 9:28am
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Overseas Investment Office eyes decision on the NZ$410 million sale of Suncorp’s Asteron Life to Resolution Life by early July
Health insurer UniMed gets approval needed from the RBNZ to take on the portfolio of insurance co-op Accuro which plans to dissolve following the transfer process
18th Apr 24, 2:18pm
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Health insurer UniMed gets approval needed from the RBNZ to take on the portfolio of insurance co-op Accuro which plans to dissolve following the transfer process
Heartland Bank includes 'training wheels buffer' within the regulatory capital held by its pending Aussie bank
9th Apr 24, 7:44am
Heartland Bank includes 'training wheels buffer' within the regulatory capital held by its pending Aussie bank
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Heartland Bank gets indicative APRA & RBNZ approval to be the first New Zealand registered bank to acquire an Australian Authorised Deposit-Taking Institution
8th Apr 24, 9:55am
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Heartland Bank gets indicative APRA & RBNZ approval to be the first New Zealand registered bank to acquire an Australian Authorised Deposit-Taking Institution