Fund-vs-fund · International Equities
Foundation Series Total World Fund vs Smart US Large Growth 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 | Foundation Series | Smartshares | Lower / higher is |
|---|---|---|---|
| Annual fund charge | 0.07% | 0.51% | Lower is better |
| Risk indicator (1–7) | 5 | 6 | Higher = more volatility |
| 5-year return p.a. | — | 17.88% | Higher is better (past not future) |
| Fund size | NZ$514m | NZ$591m | 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
Foundation Series
Foundation Series Total World Fund
The fund aims for high long-run returns by investing in an Exchange-Traded Fund ('ETF') that invests in shares of the large, mid-sized and small companies listed on international stock markets.Full Foundation Series Foundation Series Total World Fund profile →
Smartshares
Smart US Large Growth ETF
The Smart US Large Growth ETF is designed to track the return (before tax, fees and other expenses) of the CRSP US Large Cap Growth Index. The Index is comprised of large US growth companies.Full Smartshares Smart US Large Growth 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.