The tax change that's a big win for NZ investors and the fishhooks to watch

PremiumUpdatedJenée TibshraenyWellington Business Editor·NZ Herald·18 Jun, 2026 01:00 AM6 mins to read‌Investors will be able to invest up to $100,000 in offshore assets, like companies listed on overseas exchanges, without having to comply with FIF tax rules. Photo / John Smith/VIEWpressInvestors are expected to jump at the opportunity to increase their returns once the Government eases tax rules that have been a thorn in their side for some time.

The Government has proposed allowing people to invest more directly in offshore assets, like companies listed on overseas stock exchanges, before