Fund-vs-fund · International Equities
Amova Global Shares Hedged Fund vs Smart Total World ETF
Both are International Equities funds available to NZ retail investors. Numbers below are sourced from the FMA Disclose register via Sorted Smart Investor and reflect the latest published quarterly fund updates.
| Metric | Amova | Smartshares | Lower / higher is |
|---|---|---|---|
| Annual fund charge | 1.20% | 0.40% | Lower is better |
| Risk indicator (1–7) | 6 | 5 | Higher = more volatility |
| 5-year return p.a. | 2.37% | 14.21% | Higher is better (past not future) |
| Fund size | NZ$243m | NZ$264m | Larger = more stable, lower close-risk |
| Growth / income split | 98% / 2% | 98% / 2% | More growth = higher long-run return + volatility |
What each fund says it does
Amova
Amova Global Shares Hedged Fund
The fund aims to provide investors with a relatively concentrated actively managed investment portfolio of global equities to achieve long term capital growth. This fund invests in a selection of around 40-50 companies from around the world, covering a diverse range of regions and sectors. Currency exposure created as a consequence of global equity investment hedged to the NZD. This fund has a very high level of volatility.Full Amova Amova Global Shares Hedged Fund profile →
Smartshares
Smart Total World ETF
The Smart Total World ETF is designed to track the return (before tax, fees and other expenses) of the FTSE Global All Cap Index. The Index is comprised of large, mid and small cap companies located around the world.Full Smartshares Smart Total World ETF profile →
Important: This comparison is general information only — not personalised financial advice.
Past performance is not a reliable indicator of future returns. The right fund for you depends on your personal
circumstances. Read each fund's Product Disclosure Statement and consider speaking to a licensed financial adviser.