Last updated 15 December 2022 | 5 min read It's been a bear of a year for investors. But although events may have shaken our confidence at times, they also bring wisdom for the years ahead. So let's take a look back at 10 of the biggest investing headlines of the year, in all their bearish glory, and celebrate the lessons we've learned and the progress we've made in 2022. Video game makers go full ‘command and conquer’ with acquisitions… After watching us level up our gaming skills throughout the pandemic, big video game companies decided it was time to play Command and Conquer. A frenzy of ta ..read more

  Last updated 2 September 2022 | 6 min read   What’s better, saving or investing? It’s a good question with an interesting answer, especially as the differences between saving money and investing money are typically not well understood. Saving and investing are not the same, but they both come with their own potential benefits and risks, and each may play a useful role in helping you work towards your financial goals over the long term. Read on as we look at the differences between saving and investing.     What’s the difference between saving and investing? When you ..read more

  Last updated 14 September 2022 | 6 min read   You’ve done your research and you’re vibing the confidence to start investing your money. You start exploring your options and immediately hit a wall of jargon. What exactly are stocks? Or ETFs? Is one better than the other? What are the features of each? Are stocks the same as shares? Where do I start?! Don’t abandon ship, putting investing in the too-hard basket. Give us a few minutes and we’ll break it down for you.   What’s an ETF? Think of an ETF as a pre-filled basket of shares packed with different investments. They can incl ..read more

Published on 20th November 2020 Allen Li is a 36 year old Wellingtonian and the co-founder of LawHawk, a New Zealand based legal automation company. A bit about Allen Allen co-founded LawHawk to make legal services more accessible and relevant to all Kiwis.  “In many ways, the ethos is probably similar to Hatch – bringing products and services that have traditionally been expensive and hard to access to the fingertips of every New Zealander.”  In his spare time, when he’s not disrupting how Kiwis become legal eagles, he loves spending time with his family, talking rubbish with mates ..read more

Published on 13th November 2020 Based in Wellington, Sid is 26 and self-employed. He’s the co-founder and videogame designer at Wildboy Studios. Artistic and charismatic, Sid designs complex games but is known for his moves on the dance floor. What Sid knows about money Sid’s a lucky guy. He first learned about money through frank and honest conversations with his parents. “Like all good Kiwi parents do, they told me to have something tangible like a house or land which will grow in value in years to come.” That’s not all they taught him. Sid’s parents planted the entrepreneurial seed in their ..read more

Published on 27th October 2020 Rachael Fitzjohn, Brooklynite, 41, and mum of 2, loves to relax with the people she loves at home or abroad (preferably with delicious food). A bit about Rachael Rachael is a Capability Lead at Xero. Working for an accounting behemoth means she knows how to live within her means. “For me this means not living ostentatiously. But it’s important for me to not have to worry about where money is coming from. I like knowing that I always have options.” What Rachael knows about money Like all fun-loving, vivacious women, Rachael likes having money and spending it too ..read more

Published on 2nd October 2020 Wellington-born Mad Man, Julian, is 65 and killing it with his digital marketing network. He’s creative by nature and a natural communicator, known for his 40 year commitment to Kyokushin Karate, and his fermented foods. What a combo! A bit about Julian Julian is hardcore foody, and when he’s not perfecting his Karate chops, you’ll find him busy in the kitchen making salamis, fermented food, kefir, sauerkrauts, and yoghurts. A family man, his dream life is watching his daughter graduate her Law degree, travelling to Europe yearly, and enjoying life to the fullest ..read more

  Last updated 17 August 2022 | 3 min read   Knowing how to start investing in the share markets may feel overwhelming. But believe us when we say investing for beginners is actually pretty straightforward. Yep, even a few of us at Hatch had to overcome apprehension when we took our first steps for investing. Even if you’re feeling stuck or cautious, it’s still a good sign that you’re reading this right now. It means you’re ready to think about your money, and we’re here to help you learn how to do it.  Now, let’s get started. How to invest in the share markets Start with the c ..read more

Published on 21 August 2020 Chris has just turned 60 (“How did that happen?!”), and works in marketing and communications for the NZ Government. He uses Hatch to support the global movement towards sustainable energy (and to make some money while having some fun!).  A bit about Chris Chris thinks it’d be great to win Lotto, but he also knows that the key to happiness is not getting what you want, but wanting what you have. Easy to say when you’ve got a Model 3 Tesla (TSLA) parked in your garage! He feels like he’s living his dream life already with his gorgeous wife, healthy child, home ..read more

Published on 14 August 2020 Meet Sivaswamy Mohanakrishnan (who prefers to be called Mohan). He’s 68, retired, and living his best life in Mt Roskill, Auckland. A self-confessed contrarian with a great sense of humour and cutting wit, he’s known for generating a smile and a giggle very quickly.  A bit about Mohan When Mohan isn’t visiting malls, window shopping for shoes (and sometimes buying them and hiding them from his wife!), he’s planning his future. One rich with family time, world travel, and watching his investments grow so he and his family can live well without having to worry ab ..read more