Ethical Investing: Stories & Perspectives
Money is never neutral
Around the world, individuals and institutions are questioning where their money goes — and what it supports once it leaves their hands. These short films from the UK charity Make My Money Matter explore the wider impact of financial decisions, using real-world examples to illustrate how capital shapes outcomes for people, communities, and the environment.
While some of the stories draw on international campaigns and institutions, the underlying principles reflect the same values that guide our approach to ethical investing here in New Zealand.
Where Pension Money Really Goes
Exploring how pension investments can be connected to fossil fuel industries — often without investors realising.
Forests and Financial Choices
A look at how deforestation can be linked to large investment portfolios through everyday pension funds.
The Role of Banks in a Changing Climate
Highlighting how banking activity can influence environmental outcomes through the projects and industries it supports.
Behind the Scenes of Financial Relationships
Unpacking the less visible connections between financial institutions and fossil fuel companies.
Protecting What Matters
How personal savings and pension choices can play a role in supporting forests and ecosystems, illustrated through global examples.
Avoiding Unintended Outcomes
Encouraging greater awareness of where pension investments are allocated — and why transparency matters.
Finding the Right Fit
A reflection on aligning long-term savings with personal values, priorities, and future goals.
A side-by-side illustration of conventional and ethically focused pension strategies, highlighting how different approaches can lead to different outcomes.
Comparing Investment Approaches
“When a couple are approaching retirement age, and have done very little in the way of formal financial planning, it’s pretty daunting to know where to start. We’re truly grateful that, of the three advisors we considered, Rodger Spiller of Money Matters was the first we spoke with. We literally didn’t need to look any further. Rodger’s down to earth, friendly manner made us relax immediately. He explained everything in just the right amount of detail, making sure we understood exactly what we needed to know. As one of his clients we feel we’re in excellent company, with a strategy that gives us peace of mind, and allows us to plan for a happy retirement.”
– Yvonne and Mike
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