Fund-vs-fund · International Equities
Lighthouse Global Equity Fund vs Smart Europe ESG 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 | Lighthouse | Smartshares | Lower / higher is |
|---|---|---|---|
| Annual fund charge | 1.03% | 0.55% | Lower is better |
| Risk indicator (1–7) | 7 | 5 | Higher = more volatility |
| 5-year return p.a. | 10.71% | 12.92% | Higher is better (past not future) |
| Fund size | NZ$18m | NZ$22m | Larger = more stable, lower close-risk |
| Growth / income split | 78% / 22% | 98% / 2% | More growth = higher long-run return + volatility |
What each fund says it does
Lighthouse
Lighthouse Global Equity Fund
The fund invests in very large capitalisation stocks and Exchange Traded Funds listed on the NYSE and Nasdaq stock markets. It may use leverage of up to 30% of NAV. The fund's foreign currency exposures are not hedged back to New Zealand dollars.Full Lighthouse Lighthouse Global Equity Fund profile →
Smartshares
Smart Europe ESG ETF
The Smart Europe ESG ETF is designed to track the return (before tax, fees and other expenses) of the MSCI Europe Screened Index. The Index is comprised of European companies screened for exposure to controversial weapons, civilian firearms, tobacco, thermal coal and oil sands. The Index excludes companies that fail to comply with the United Nations Global Compact Principles. For more information, please refer to the Smart Responsible Investment Policy.Full Smartshares Smart Europe ESG 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.