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Helping you get one step ahead.
In 1847, ASB opened as the Auckland Savings Bank with the pledge: 'to serve the community; to grow and to help Kiwis grow'. And that is very much what ASB is about today.
ASB is a leading provider of integrated financial services in New Zealand including retail, business and rural banking, funds management and insurance.
ASB strives to consistently provide its customers with outstanding service and innovative financial solutions. They're dedicated to providing simple financial products that allow their customers to bank with them how and when they want.
We all have our own ways to measure progress, and our own stories about the things that matter to us. Whatever way you choose to measure progress, and whatever your goals, ASB is there to help you get one step ahead.
ASB Bank - Latest News [Page 25]
Preparation the Key for Kiwis to Collect Australian Super
Monday, 24 June 2013, 1:11 pm | ASB Bank
From 1 July the ability to transfer retirement savings between complying Australian superannuation schemes and KiwiSaver will become a reality. But before New Zealand residents rush to apply to transfer their Australian Super they need to know some ... More >>
ASB makes life easier for non-profits
Thursday, 13 June 2013, 11:35 am | ASB Bank
ASB has cancelled base fees and standard transaction fees on FastNet Business for not-for-profit organisations. FastNet Business is ASB’s online banking platform for medium to large organisations that helps reduce reliance on paper cheques, manage ... More >>
Businesses expect the NZD to peak
Wednesday, 12 June 2013, 12:35 pm | ASB Bank
According to the latest ASB Kiwi Dollar Barometer, New Zealand businesses expect the NZD/USD to peak at around 85 cents in September. More >>
Construction and Labour Inflows Boost Canterbury Activity
Tuesday, 28 May 2013, 9:39 am | ASB Bank
The ASB Cantometer lifted again in May, boosted by broad-based increases in activity.Construction demand continues to drive the index with residential consents and concrete usage now above previous peak levels. Solid demand for additional labour continues to support ... More >>
ASB / Main Report Regional Economic Scoreboard
Thursday, 23 May 2013, 11:14 am | ASB Bank
Auckland and Canterbury once again dominate the rankings in the latest ASB / Main Report Regional Economic Scoreboard. More >>
ASB Investor Confidence Report Q1 2013: Share Market Up
Monday, 20 May 2013, 12:26 pm | ASB Bank
· Overall investor confidence hits highest point in two years · Optimism in share market returns increasing · Canterbury leads the nation in investor confidence More >>
ASB supports Teach First NZ to attract quality graduates
Wednesday, 15 May 2013, 3:44 pm | ASB Bank
Teach First NZ is pleased to announce ASB as a new corporate supporter of their innovative programme to reinforce teaching as a high-status graduate choice. Teach First NZ is a not-for-profit organisation that works to attract highly-qualified, well-rounded ... More >>
House Price Expectations Reach New High
Wednesday, 8 May 2013, 9:58 am | ASB Bank
House price expectations lift to the highest level in survey’s 17 year history. Housing confidence continues to decline as few see now as a good time to buy in Auckland or Christchurch. Interest rate expectations edge higher. More >>
Quarterly Forecast: Baby steps to economic recovery
Wednesday, 1 May 2013, 10:59 am | ASB Bank
Cyprus bailout erodes gains in Eurozone confidence. · Drought to dent 2013 growth but impact predicted to be less than 2007/2008 drought. · RBNZ to face challenging year with continued NZ dollar and housing market tensions. More >>
Canterbury Recovery Broadening Beyond Construction
Tuesday, 23 April 2013, 3:19 pm | ASB Bank
• ASB Cantometer lifted over April, led by continued recovery in consumer spending and confidence. • Construction led-growth in Canterbury is spilling over into broader demand throughout the region. More >>
Cantometer: Construction Lifting - Housing Shortages
Wednesday, 27 March 2013, 10:16 am | ASB Bank
ASB Cantometer Shows Construction Lifting But Housing Shortages Persist • ASB Cantometer eased over March but remains at elevated levels. • Housing shortages remain a constraint in the region despite the initial increase in residential building ... More >>
Businesses expect the NZD/USD to peak soon
Wednesday, 13 March 2013, 10:32 am | ASB Bank
Media release ASB Institutional Kiwi Dollar Barometer Businesses expect the NZD/USD to peak soon • Businesses expect the NZD/USD to peak in June this year, at around 87 cents. • Around 60 percent of exporters decreasing hiring and investment as ... More >>
ASB kicks off Autumn with offer of a free 42-inch LED TV
Monday, 11 March 2013, 10:50 am | ASB Bank
ASB kicks off Autumn with offer of a free 42-inch LED TV on new lending More >>
ASB / Main Report Regional Economic Scoreboard
Monday, 4 March 2013, 10:06 am | ASB Bank
Media alert ASB / Main Report Regional Economic Scoreboard December 2012 Quarter Auckland continues its run at the top of the table in the latest ASB/Main Report Regional Economic Scoreboard, with Canterbury’s increased economic activity moving ... More >>
ASB Cantometer Index Lifts as Labour Market Recovers Further
Thursday, 28 February 2013, 9:50 am | ASB Bank
• Further lift in Canterbury employment demand drives another increase in ASB Cantometer. • Outside of construction, Canterbury recovery remains gradual. More >>
ASB Investor Confidence Report Quarter 4 2012
Tuesday, 26 February 2013, 11:48 am | ASB Bank
Investor confidence has held its ground according to the latest ASB Investor Confidence Survey. ASB Head of Wealth Advisory Jonathan Beale says, “The ASB Investor Confidence Index has continued to sit at a net 13 points during the three months to December ... More >>
ASB forms strategic alliance with Xero to foster innovation
Monday, 25 February 2013, 11:00 am | ASB Bank
ASB has formed a strategic alliance with Xero, New Zealand’s online accounting software for business. More >>
ASB launches NZ's first Rural Environmental Compliance Loan
Monday, 25 February 2013, 10:08 am | ASB Bank
ASB has launched New Zealand’s first Rural Environmental Compliance Loan, which provides a low cost funding option to assist farmers to get the balance right between productivity and environmental sustainability. More >>
House price expectations nearing 2003 peak levels
Monday, 25 February 2013, 9:44 am | ASB Bank
ASB NZ Housing Confidence Survey EMARGOED UNTIL 0500 MONDAY 25 FEBRUARY House price expectations nearing 2003 peak levels More >>
Changes to FirstChoice KiwiSaver Scheme
Friday, 22 February 2013, 3:47 pm | ASB Bank
Media Release 22 February 2013 Changes to FirstChoice KiwiSaver Scheme ASB Group Investments Limited (“ASB GI”) has announced that, as part of a review of its KiwiSaver schemes, it will no longer be accepting applications to join the FirstChoice ... More >>
