Fund-vs-fund · International Equities
Fisher Funds International Growth Fund vs Mercer All Country Global Shares Index Fund
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 | Fisher Funds | Mercer | Lower / higher is |
|---|---|---|---|
| Annual fund charge | 1.31% | 0.43% | Lower is better |
| Risk indicator (1–7) | 6 | 5 | Higher = more volatility |
| 5-year return p.a. | 4.34% | 9.81% | Higher is better (past not future) |
| Fund size | NZ$91m | NZ$98m | 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
Fisher Funds
Fisher Funds International Growth Fund
The fund focuses on growth of your investment over the long term by investing in quality international companies which can consistently produce increasing earningsFull Fisher Funds Fisher Funds International Growth Fund profile →
Mercer
Mercer All Country Global Shares Index Fund
The fund is a passively managed international shares portfolio that is designed to track the return of the MSCI All Country World ex Tobacco Index. Environmental, Social and Governance characteristics are integrated into the underlying investment managers' investment processes. The fund aims to provide a return that closely matches the return of the MSCI All Country World ex Tobacco Index with net dividends reinvested (50% hedged to NZD on an after-tax basis).Full Mercer Mercer All Country Global Shares Index 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.