Fund-vs-fund · Diversified
Fisher Funds Conservative Fund vs Pathfinder Ethical Growth Fund
Both are Diversified 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 | Fisher Funds | Pathfinder | Lower / higher is |
|---|---|---|---|
| Annual fund charge | 1.35% | 1.31% | Lower is better |
| Risk indicator (1–7) | 3 | 4 | Higher = more volatility |
| 5-year return p.a. | 2.01% | 5.60% | Higher is better (past not future) |
| Fund size | NZ$119m | NZ$98m | Larger = more stable, lower close-risk |
| Growth / income split | 23% / 77% | 78% / 22% | More growth = higher long-run return + volatility |
What each fund says it does
Fisher Funds
Fisher Funds Conservative Fund
The fund aims to provide stable returns over the long term by investing in mainly income assets with a modest allocation to growth assetsFull Fisher Funds Fisher Funds Conservative Fund profile →
Pathfinder
Pathfinder Ethical Growth Fund
An ethical portfolio invested in growth and income assets.Full Pathfinder Pathfinder Ethical Growth Fund 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.