Pathfinder Global Water Fund
Managed by Pathfinder Pathfinder Global Water Fund is a international equities managed fund operated by Pathfinder; PIE-structured; FMA risk indicator 5/7. Headline terms: annual fund charge 1.30% · minimum investment NZ$5,000. Compared with 80 other same-category funds on this site, the 1.30% annual fund charge sits above the same-category median of 0.60%.
PIE tax treatment — capped at your PIR (max 28%)
This fund is a Portfolio Investment Entity (PIE) under Subpart HM of the Income Tax Act 2007. Income is taxed at your Prescribed Investor Rate (10.5% / 17.5% / 28%), not your marginal income-tax rate. The fund manager calculates and pays the tax on your behalf — when your PIR is correct, you usually don't need to declare PIE income in your annual tax return. See our PIR guide and PIE tax basics for the full picture, or use the PIR calculator to confirm your rate.
Annual fund charge
1.30%
vs peer avg 0.91%
Risk indicator
5/7
1 = lower risk · 7 = higher risk
5-year return p.a.
4.97%
peer avg 4.91%
Fund size
NZ$63.9m
98% growth · 2% income
The Fund invests in companies connected to water quality, accessibility or sustainability1 that satisfy Pathfinder’s ethical investment criteria. The Fund’s investments are managed by Nordea Investment Management AB.
Benchmark track record
Compare International Equities consistency →How Pathfinder Global Water Fund performed against its own market-index benchmark each year, after fees and tax — from the FMA fund-update dataset. Historical track record, not current-year performance; past performance is not a guide to the future.
Beat its benchmark in 5 of 12 years
annual returns to 31 March 2026Since inception: 9.38% p.a. after fees & tax vs benchmark 9.66%.
How Pathfinder Global Water Fund differs
Factual contrasts drawn from the PDS, SIPO and latest portfolio holdings — no opinion.
- Responsible-investment screen
- Applies an RI / ESG screen disclosed in the Statement of Investment Policy.
- Top 3 holdings
- Veolia Environnement (8.2%) · Pentair Inc (7.8%) · Ebara Corp (6.7%)
Key facts
Fund start date
21 April 2010
Min. investment
NZ$5,000
Tax structure
PIE
Capped at your PIR (max 28%)
Reading between the lines
Plain-English summary of the scheme's disclosed conflicts and performance-fee mechanics, drawn from the OMI and PDS. Factual restatement — no opinion.
- Pathfinder discloses that several of its retail funds invest solely or partially into wholesale funds managed by Pathfinder itself or sister company Salt Funds Management, creating a fund-of-fund related-party structure.
- Pathfinder acknowledges that Helm Wealth Advisory Limited, a sister company, is appointed to fulfil all management obligations of the Scheme on Pathfinder's behalf, meaning a related party delivers core operational services.
- Pathfinder discloses that the Scheme may invest in private loans issued by shareholder affiliates of Pathfinder, with approval required from the Ethics and Investment Committee and reporting to the board.
- Pathfinder acknowledges that staff and senior executives of parent company SPH Wealth Holdings Limited may personally trade securities also held or considered by the Scheme's funds, governed by its Insider Trading Policy.
Generated 2026-05-28 from Pathfinder Managed Investment Scheme OMI (dated 2026-03-30). The verbatim disclosures appear in full below — this summary is a navigation aid, not a substitute.
Scheme disclosures
From the Other Material Information (OMI) document. Scheme-level — applies to every fund in this scheme.
Trustee / Supervisor
Public Trust
Conflicts disclosed
5
In OMI
Conflicts of interest disclosed in OMI
- Investments are made into funds or financial products of a related party (e.g. financial products managed or arranged by Pathfinder, Helm Wealth or Salt Funds Management Limited, our sister companies, or associated companies), managed via Pathfinder's Related Party Transaction Policy.
- Investments that are bought, sold or held by Pathfinder's KiwiSaver Plan may also be bought, sold or held by a Fund in the Scheme, managed by Pathfinder's Trade Allocation Policy.
- Pathfinder and Helm Wealth staff, including senior executives from parent company SPH Wealth Holdings Limited, may want to buy, sell or hold a security personally that is also held or considered by a Fund, managed by Pathfinder's Insider Trading Policy.
- Investments are made into companies where a director is also a person associated with Pathfinder, managed via Pathfinder's Related Party Transaction Policy.
- Pathfinder and its shareholder's executives may hold governance positions with one or more of the organisations that Pathfinder financially supports.
How this fund compares to peers
Mechanical comparison vs the 81 other international equities funds in our cohort. Source: FMA Disclose register via Sorted Smart Investor. Past performance is not a reliable indicator of future returns.
Annual fund charge
1.30%
Category median: 0.61%
Pricier than most peers (top 85% by fee)
5y return p.a. (after fees)
+4.97%
Category median: +8.31%
Lower than most peers (bottom 21% over period)
Fund size
NZ$63.9m
Category median: NZ$95.7m
41th percentile by AUM
Illustrative 5y fee impact on a sample balance of $10,000
$633
Compounded charge over 5 years (excl. returns)
$332 more than peer median
Read the full fee-vs-peers breakdown →
Mechanical scores only — no opinion or recommendation. Different funds suit different investor goals. ManagedFundsNZ is not a Financial Advice Provider. Read the current PDS and consider speaking to a licensed financial adviser.
Top 10 holdings
As at the latest published quarterly fund update (via Sorted Smart Investor).
| Holding | % of fund |
|---|---|
| VE Veolia Environnement | 8.22% |
| PE Pentair Inc | 7.78% |
| EB Ebara Corp | 6.71% |
| CS CIA Saneamento Basico DE-ADR | 5.82% |
| FE Ferguson PLC | 5.04% |
| OR Organo Corp | 4.20% |
| XY Xylem Inc | 4.19% |
| RI Roper Industries Inc | 4.00% |
| $ Cash at Bank – NZD – Westpac | 3.91% |
| WA Waters Corp | 3.81% |
Documents
- Supporting document490 kB · file fingerprint recorded
- Supporting document5160 kB · file fingerprint recorded
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- Other Material Information719 kB · file fingerprint recorded
- Product Disclosure Statement594 kB · file fingerprint recorded
- Statement of Investment Policy884 kB · file fingerprint recorded
- Supporting document157 kB · file fingerprint recorded
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Also via Sorted Smart Investor
FMA Disclose mirrors and historical files from Sorted.
- GLOBAL WATER FUND (FND1229) Full portfolio holdings 31 March 2026.xlsx Download the full portfolio holdings. XLSX, 1.70 KB
- Pathfinder Managed Funds PDS 2026 Final.pdf How this investment works, including about the provider, risks, costs and potential returns PDF, 594.18 KB
- Pathfinder GWF 202603.pdf The quarterly update published by the provider PDF, 1.06 MB
- Pathfinder PDS Ethical Growth Fund Aug 2020.pdf Additional product disclosure statement from the provider PDF, 1.75 MB
- FMC Exemption Notice 2020.pdf FMC Exemption Notice-Financial Statement and Annual Report PDF, 110.17 KB
- Pathfinder OMI MIS 202603.pdf Other Material Information document March 2026 PDF, 719.00 KB
- Private Asset Valuation Policy FINAL Dec 25.pdf Private Asset Valuation Policy PDF, 1.58 MB
- Pathfinder Ethical Investment Policy V 5.pdf Ethical Investment Policy PDF, 1.60 MB
- Pathfinder Managed Funds SIPO.pdf Statement of investment policy and objectives PDF, 884.27 KB
About this category
Funds investing in shares listed outside Australasia. Includes broad global trackers, regional funds, ESG-focused strategies, and theme funds covering automation, healthcare, water and other sectors.
About Pathfinder
Ethical-investment specialist with global responsibility, water and trans-Tasman funds.
See all funds from Pathfinder →Common questions
Questions people ask about Pathfinder Global Water Fund
Drawn from Google's "People also ask" panel and answered with reference to the fund's filed PDS, Fund Update and FMA Disclose data. Not personal financial advice — for guidance specific to your situation, consult an authorised financial adviser.
Is global water a good investment?
Whether global water investments suit your circumstances depends on your risk tolerance, investment horizon, and financial goals. Pathfinder Global Water Fund is classified as an International Equities fund with a risk indicator of 5/7 on the FMA standardised scale, meaning it carries moderate-to-high volatility; investors should review the Product Disclosure Statement on the FMA Disclose register and consult a financial adviser before deciding.
Is investing in water stocks a good idea?
Investment suitability depends on individual circumstances. Pathfinder Global Water Fund delivered 6.99% p.a. after fees (before tax) over five years as at the latest quarterly fund update, and applies responsible-investment screens aligned to its investment philosophy; you can view full fund performance and holdings on the FMA Disclose register or the manager's website.
Are global funds risky?
Global funds carry varying levels of risk depending on their asset mix and markets. Pathfinder Global Water Fund holds approximately 98.31% growth assets and 1.69% income assets, with a risk indicator of 5/7; investors should understand that growth-asset-heavy portfolios experience price fluctuations, and should review the PDS and fund updates before investing.
Head-to-head
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Peer funds
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Other funds by Pathfinder
- Pathfinder Ethical Growth FundDiversified
- Pathfinder Global Responsibility FundInternational Equities
- Pathfinder Global Property FundListed Property
FMA risk band
Same risk band (5/7)
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Frequently asked questions
Mechanical Q&A grounded in the fund's PDS, SIPO, and latest QFU on the FMA Disclose register. Verify against the source before relying on any of this.
Who manages the Pathfinder Global Water Fund?
Pathfinder Global Water Fund is managed by Pathfinder. Ethical-investment specialist with global responsibility, water and trans-Tasman funds.
What asset class is the Pathfinder Global Water Fund?
It is a international equities managed fund. Funds investing in shares listed outside Australasia. Includes broad global trackers, regional funds, ESG-focused strategies, and theme funds covering automation, healthcare, water and other sectors.
What are the fees for the Pathfinder Global Water Fund?
The annual fund charge for the Pathfinder Global Water Fund is 1.30% p.a., as reported in the latest Quarterly Fund Update sourced from the FMA Disclose register. Always check the current PDS for any additional fees.
What is the risk indicator for the Pathfinder Global Water Fund?
The risk indicator is 5/7 on the standardised FMA-mandated scale, where 1 is lower risk and 7 is higher risk. The risk indicator is calculated from the fund's price volatility over the past five years and is published in every Quarterly Fund Update.
Is the Pathfinder Global Water Fund a PIE fund?
Yes. The Pathfinder Global Water Fund is structured as a New Zealand Portfolio Investment Entity (PIE). Investor tax on the fund's income is capped at the investor's Prescribed Investor Rate (PIR), which has a maximum of 28%. Most NZ-resident retail investors with a taxable income at or below NZ$48,000 qualify for a lower PIR.
How big is the Pathfinder Global Water Fund?
Fund size (assets under management) is NZ$64 million as at the latest Quarterly Fund Update. Asset mix is approximately 98% growth assets and 2% income assets.
What does the Pathfinder Global Water Fund invest in?
The latest published top holdings are: Veolia Environnement (8.22%), Pentair Inc (7.78%), Ebara Corp (6.71%). Holdings are disclosed in each Quarterly Fund Update; the full portfolio holdings file is also available via the FMA Disclose register.
Does the Pathfinder Global Water Fund apply responsible-investment screens?
Yes. The Pathfinder Global Water Fund applies responsible-investment or ESG screening criteria — exclusions and engagement policies are documented in the fund's Statement of Investment Policy and Objectives (SIPO). Check the SIPO for the specific screening framework used.
How can I invest in the Pathfinder Global Water Fund?
The Pathfinder Global Water Fund is available via Pathfinder directly. Always read the current Product Disclosure Statement before investing.
Is global water a good investment?
Whether global water investments suit your circumstances depends on your risk tolerance, investment horizon, and financial goals. Pathfinder Global Water Fund is classified as an International Equities fund with a risk indicator of 5/7 on the FMA standardised scale, meaning it carries moderate-to-high volatility; investors should review the Product Disclosure Statement on the FMA Disclose register and consult a financial adviser before deciding.
Is investing in water stocks a good idea?
Investment suitability depends on individual circumstances. Pathfinder Global Water Fund delivered 6.99% p.a. after fees (before tax) over five years as at the latest quarterly fund update, and applies responsible-investment screens aligned to its investment philosophy; you can view full fund performance and holdings on the FMA Disclose register or the manager's website.
Are global funds risky?
Global funds carry varying levels of risk depending on their asset mix and markets. Pathfinder Global Water Fund holds approximately 98.31% growth assets and 1.69% income assets, with a risk indicator of 5/7; investors should understand that growth-asset-heavy portfolios experience price fluctuations, and should review the PDS and fund updates before investing.