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Different Crisis, Same Playbook - Managing Director of Amova Asset Management Stuart Williams

April 09, 2026 • NZX

0:00 | 17:15

Markets are moving, headlines are noisy, and investors are looking for a steady hand to help make sense of it all.

Stuart Williams, Managing Director of Amova Asset Management New Zealand, has spent close to 30 years navigating financial markets through some of the biggest shocks in modern history. In this episode, Stu talks us through how the current geopolitical situation compares to past crises, why he believes New Zealand's economic settings are stronger than they might appear, and where he's seeing real opportunity across equities and bonds.

We also get into the KiwiSaver contribution increase, what it means for investors, and why it could be a game changer for New Zealand markets long term.