Fund-vs-fund · International Equities
Elevation Capital Global Shares Fund vs Smart Emerging Markets ESG 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 | Elevation Capital | Smartshares | Lower / higher is |
|---|---|---|---|
| Annual fund charge | 1.80% | 0.59% | Lower is better |
| Risk indicator (1–7) | 6 | 5 | Higher = more volatility |
| 5-year return p.a. | 3.40% | 7.11% | Higher is better (past not future) |
| Fund size | NZ$23m | NZ$24m | Larger = more stable, lower close-risk |
| Growth / income split | 78% / 22% | 98% / 2% | More growth = higher long-run return + volatility |
What each fund says it does
Elevation Capital
Elevation Capital Global Shares Fund
The Fund mainly invests in the shares of listed companies, although it may invest in unlisted companies up to total limit of 10% of Net Asset Value of the Fund. The companies we invest in may be based and operate anywhere in the world. The principal objective of the Fund is to achieve positive absolute returns after fees and expenses, but before tax over the long term (that is a period of at least five years). The investment objectives and policy for the Fund are broadly drafted so as to provide us with the mandate to seek on behalf of investors long-term incomeFull Elevation Capital Elevation Capital Global Shares Fund profile →
Smartshares
Smart Emerging Markets ESG ETF
The Smart Emerging Markets ESG ETF is designed to track the return (before tax, fees and other expenses) of the MSCI EM IMI Screened Index. The Index is comprised of emerging markets companies screened for exposure to controversial weapons, civilian firearms, tobacco, thermal coal and oil sands. The Index excludes companies that fail to comply with the United Nations Global Compact Principles. For more information, please refer to the Smart Responsible Investment Policy.Full Smartshares Smart Emerging Markets ESG 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
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