Fund-vs-fund · Australasian Equities
Hyperion Australian Growth Companies PIE Fund vs Smart Australian Financials ETF
Both are Australasian 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 | Hyperion | Smartshares | Lower / higher is |
|---|---|---|---|
| Annual fund charge | 0.98% | 0.54% | Lower is better |
| Risk indicator (1–7) | 6 | 6 | Higher = more volatility |
| 5-year return p.a. | — | 16.31% | Higher is better (past not future) |
| Fund size | NZ$55m | NZ$67m | 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
Hyperion
Hyperion Australian Growth Companies PIE Fund
The Fund invests primarily in growth-oriented Australian listed companies included in the S&P/ASX 300 Index at the time of initial investment and will also have some exposure to cash.Full Hyperion Hyperion Australian Growth Companies PIE Fund profile →
Smartshares
Smart Australian Financials ETF
The Smart Australian Financials ETF is designed to track the return (before tax, fees and other expenses) of the S&P/ASX 200 Financials Ex-A-REIT Index. The Index is comprised of financial sector companies from the S&P/ASX 200 Index, but excludes Australian real estate investments trusts.Full Smartshares Smart Australian Financials 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.