Fund-vs-fund · Listed Property
Dexus Global REIT Fund vs Smart Australian Property ETF
Both are Listed Property 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 | Dexus | Smartshares | Lower / higher is |
|---|---|---|---|
| Annual fund charge | 1.30% | 0.54% | Lower is better |
| Risk indicator (1–7) | 5 | 6 | Higher = more volatility |
| 5-year return p.a. | — | 5.88% | Higher is better (past not future) |
| Fund size | NZ$26m | NZ$43m | 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
Dexus
Dexus Global REIT Fund
The Global Fund aims to provide a higher return over the long term. It invests in an actively managed portfolio of growth assets predominantly made up of mid to large cap international equities with a very minor allocation of income assets. Volatility is likely to be high. Returns will vary and may be low or negative at times.Full Dexus Dexus Global REIT Fund profile →
Smartshares
Smart Australian Property ETF
The Smart Australian Property ETF is designed to track the return (before tax, fees and other expenses) of the S&P/ASX 200 A-REIT Equal Weight Index. The Index equally weights the constituents of the S&P/ASX 200 A-REIT Index, which is comprised of Australian Real Estate Investment Trusts (A-REITs) and mortgage REITs.Full Smartshares Smart Australian Property 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.