Fund-vs-fund · International Equities
Fisher Funds International Growth Fund vs Smart Asia Pacific 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 | Fisher Funds | Smartshares | Lower / higher is |
|---|---|---|---|
| Annual fund charge | 1.31% | 0.55% | Lower is better |
| Risk indicator (1–7) | 6 | 4 | Higher = more volatility |
| 5-year return p.a. | 4.34% | 8.89% | Higher is better (past not future) |
| Fund size | NZ$91m | NZ$91m | 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 →
Smartshares
Smart Asia Pacific ETF
The Smart Asia Pacific ETF is designed to track the return (before tax, fees and other expenses) of the FTSE Developed Asia Pacific All Cap Index. The Index is comprised of large, mid and small cap companies located in Japan, Australia, South Korea, Hong Kong, Singapore and New Zealand.Full Smartshares Smart Asia Pacific 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.