Fund-vs-fund · Australasian Equities
Octagon Australasian Equities Fund vs Salt NZ Dividend Appreciation 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 | Octagon | Salt | Lower / higher is |
|---|---|---|---|
| Annual fund charge | 1.17% | 1.10% | Lower is better |
| Risk indicator (1–7) | 5 | 5 | Higher = more volatility |
| 5-year return p.a. | 9.10% | 4.01% | Higher is better (past not future) |
| Fund size | NZ$121m | NZ$119m | 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
Octagon
Octagon Australasian Equities Fund
The Australian Equities Fund invests mostly in Australian shares, and can invest in New Zealand listed shares, where the company has meaningful operations in Australia. It aims to achieve long-term returns (before fees, taxes and other expenses) greater than the S&P/ ASX 200 Accumulation Index, 50% hedged to the New Zealand dollar.Full Octagon Octagon Australasian Equities Fund profile →
Salt
Salt NZ Dividend Appreciation Fund
The Fund targets a portfolio of shares of New Zealand companies that may, in our opinion, pay high and sustainable dividends. The investment objective is to outperform the S&P/NZX 50 Gross Index on a rolling three year basis.Full Salt Salt NZ Dividend Appreciation 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
circumstances. Read each fund's Product Disclosure Statement and consider speaking to a licensed financial adviser.