AUCKLAND (CU)_The COVID-19 pandemic, which affected the lives and livelihood of millions of people across the globe, underscored the need to save for an emergency situation. The global health crisis has indeed had an impact on the saving habits of people in New Zealand, as they strive to build their financial resilience. According to recent statistics compiled by the Auckland Savings Bank (ASB), most households in the Trans-Tasman nation have…