Fund-vs-fund · Australasian Equities
Octagon New Zealand Equities Fund vs QuayStreet NZ Equity 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 | QuayStreet | Lower / higher is |
|---|---|---|---|
| Annual fund charge | 1.17% | 1.27% | Lower is better |
| Risk indicator (1–7) | 5 | 5 | Higher = more volatility |
| 5-year return p.a. | 1.76% | 7.14% | Higher is better (past not future) |
| Fund size | NZ$161m | NZ$155m | 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 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 →
QuayStreet
QuayStreet NZ Equity Fund
The QuayStreet Australian Equity Fund invests predominantly in companies that are in the ASX 200 Index. The investment objective is to provide a level of return above the fund’s benchmark over the long term.Full QuayStreet QuayStreet NZ Equity 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.