Fund-vs-fund · International Equities
Pathfinder Global Responsibility Fund vs Pie Growth UK & Europe Fund
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 | Pathfinder | Pie Funds | Lower / higher is |
|---|---|---|---|
| Annual fund charge | 0.93% | 1.85% | Lower is better |
| Risk indicator (1–7) | 5 | 5 | Higher = more volatility |
| 5-year return p.a. | 10.46% | 0.98% | Higher is better (past not future) |
| Fund size | NZ$130m | NZ$126m | Larger = more stable, lower close-risk |
| Growth / income split | 98% / 2% | 78% / 22% | More growth = higher long-run return + volatility |
What each fund says it does
Pathfinder
Pathfinder Global Responsibility Fund
This Fund currently invests in international equities and listed property through Pathfinder’s wholesale Responsible Investment Fund which (1) targets a portfolio of 200 companies and (2) applies ethical investment screens. Direct shares and ETFs may also be held.Full Pathfinder Pathfinder Global Responsibility Fund profile →
Pie Funds
Pie Growth UK & Europe Fund
The Pie Growth UK & Europe Fund seeks to provide investors with long term capital growth by investing predominantly in a concentrated portfolio of hand-picked listed UK and European Smaller Companies, where Pie Funds considers value is greatest and the opportunity of earnings growth is high. The Pie Growth UK & Europe Fund may also invest in other types of financial products such as cash and unlisted equities.Full Pie Funds Pie Growth UK & Europe 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.