Fund-vs-fund · Australasian Equities
Milford Australian Absolute Growth Fund vs Octagon New Zealand Equities Fund
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 | Milford | Octagon | Lower / higher is |
|---|---|---|---|
| Annual fund charge | 1.05% | 1.17% | Lower is better |
| Risk indicator (1–7) | 4 | 5 | Higher = more volatility |
| 5-year return p.a. | 5.63% | 1.76% | Higher is better (past not future) |
| Fund size | NZ$174m | NZ$161m | Larger = more stable, lower close-risk |
| Growth / income split | 52% / 48% | 98% / 2% | More growth = higher long-run return + volatility |
What each fund says it does
Milford
Milford Australian Absolute Growth Fund
The Fund targets an absolute return with an annualised return objective of 5% above the New Zealand Official Cash Rate while seeking to protect capital after the base fund fee but before tax and before the performance fee, over rolling three year periods. It is a diversified fund that primarily invests in Australasian equities, complemented by selective exposure to international equities and cash.Full Milford Milford Australian Absolute Growth Fund profile →
Octagon
Octagon New Zealand Equities Fund
The New Zealand Equities Fund invests mostly in New Zealand shares, and can invest in Australian listed shares, where the company has meaningful operations in New Zealand. It aims to achieve long-term returns (before fees, taxes and other expenses) greater than the S&P/NZX50 Gross with Imputation Index.Full Octagon Octagon New Zealand Equities 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
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