Smart NZ Top 50 ETF
Managed by Smartshares Smart NZ Top 50 ETF is a australasian equities ETF operated by Smartshares; PIE-structured; FMA risk indicator 5/7. Headline terms: annual fund charge 0.50% · minimum investment NZ$500. Compared with 57 other same-category funds on this site, the 0.50% annual fund charge sits below the same-category median of 1.02%.
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
0.50%
vs peer avg 0.91%
Risk indicator
5/7
1 = lower risk · 7 = higher risk
5-year return p.a.
0.34%
peer avg 4.91%
Fund size
NZ$572.8m
98% growth · 2% income
The Smart NZ Top 50 ETF is designed to track the return (before tax, fees and other expenses) of the S&P/NZX 50 Portfolio Index. The Index is comprised of 50 of the largest companies listed on the NZX, with a 5% cap on the weight of each company within the Index.
Benchmark track record
Compare Australasian Equities consistency →How Smart NZ Top 50 ETF 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 0 of 5 years
annual returns to 30/06/2022Since inception: 8.73% p.a. after fees & tax vs benchmark 9.93%.
How Smart NZ Top 50 ETF differs
Factual contrasts drawn from the PDS, SIPO and latest portfolio holdings — no opinion.
- Investment style
- Index-tracking posture.
- Top 3 holdings
- Infratil Ltd (5.5%) · The a2 Milk Co Ltd (5.2%) · Meridian Energy Ltd (5.2%)
Key facts
Fund start date
7 November 2016
Min. investment
NZ$500
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.
- Smartshares acknowledges it may invest in its own funds rather than third-party products, creating a potential conflict of interest in favour of its own managed funds.
- Smartshares discloses that where it invests in its own Smart Wholesale Scheme funds, it does not charge an additional management fee for that underlying exposure.
- Smartshares receives administration services from NZX Limited, its parent company, under a formal Administration Services Agreement, making NZX a related-party service provider to the fund.
- Smartshares notes that third-party underlying fund managers it appoints may also prefer their own funds; these arrangements are reviewed at least annually and approved on arm's-length terms.
Generated 2026-05-28 from Smart Exchange Traded Funds OMI (dated 2026-04-19). 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
2
In OMI
Conflicts of interest disclosed in OMI
- Smart may invest in other funds managed by it, rather than in financial products issued by third parties, potentially influencing investment decisions in favour of its own funds; this is managed via the Investment Oversight Committee and by not charging a fee for management services in relation to the Smart Wholesale Scheme where applicable.
- An underlying third party fund manager may invest in other funds that it manages, potentially preferring its own managed funds over those operated by independent third parties; Smart assesses these arrangements at least annually and reviews fund investments monthly, with appointments approved on arm's length terms under Smart's Related Party Transactions Policy.
How this fund compares to peers
Mechanical comparison vs the 58 other australasian 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
0.50%
Category median: 1.01%
Cheaper than 78% of peers
5y return p.a. (after fees)
+0.34%
Category median: +1.68%
Lower than most peers (bottom 21% over period)
Fund size
NZ$572.8m
Category median: NZ$74.1m
Top 6% by AUM
Illustrative 5y fee impact on a sample balance of $10,000
$248
Compounded charge over 5 years (excl. returns)
$247 less 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 |
|---|---|
 Infratil Ltd | 5.52% |
 The a2 Milk Co Ltd | 5.20% |
 Meridian Energy Ltd | 5.16% |
 Contact Energy Ltd | 5.15% |
 EBOS Group Ltd | 5.07% |
 Mercury NZ Ltd | 5.00% |
 Fisher & Paykel Healthcare Corp Ltd | 4.99% |
 Mainfreight Ltd | 4.87% |
 Auckland International Airport Ltd | 4.84% |
 Chorus Ltd | 4.69% |
Documents
Every dated PDS, quarterly fund update and full-portfolio holdings file. Linked from the FMA Disclose register via Sorted Smart Investor.
- SMART NZ TOP 50 ETF (FND1115) Full portfolio holdings 31 March 2026.xlsx Download the full portfolio holdings. XLSX, 1.80 KB
- PDS Core Series 23 Sep Final.pdf How this investment works, including about the provider, risks, costs and potential returns PDF, 947.54 KB
- smart exchange traded funds fund update smart nz top 50 etf.pdf The quarterly update published by the provider PDF, 174.16 KB
- Product Disclosure Statement Smartshares Exchange Traded Funds Resettlement Offer.pdf Additional product disclosure statement from the provider PDF, 499.14 KB
- Smartshares Exchange Traded Funds New Core Series ET Fs Product Disclosure Statement.pdf Additional product disclosure statement from the provider PDF, 445.42 KB
- Product Disclosure Statement Smart Exchange Traded Funds Australasia Series 22 September 2025.pdf Additional product disclosure statement from the provider PDF, 1.14 MB
- Smart Responsible Investment Policy 6 May 2026.pdf Smart Responsible Investment Policy PDF, 1.41 MB
- Product Disclosure Statement Smart Exchange Traded Funds Global Series 12 May 2026.pdf Additional product disclosure statement from the provider PDF, 2.32 MB
- Other Material Information Smart Exchange Traded Funds 12 May 2026.pdf Smart Exchange Traded Funds - Other Material Information PDF, 690.38 KB
- SIPO Smart Exchange Traded Funds 12 May 2026.pdf Statement of investment policy and objectives PDF, 1.54 MB
About this category
Funds investing primarily in shares listed on the NZX (New Zealand) or ASX (Australia), or both as Trans-Tasman portfolios. Includes active stock-pickers and passive index trackers.
About Smartshares
NZ’s largest ETF issuer, owned by NZX. Tickers trade on NZX Main Board.
Parent: NZX Limited
See all funds from Smartshares →Common questions
Questions people ask about Smart NZ Top 50 ETF
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.
What is smart nz top 50 ETF?
Smart NZ Top 50 ETF is an exchange-traded fund that tracks the largest 50 companies listed on the NZX, offering exposure to Australasian equities. The fund is classified as a PIE (Portfolio Investment Entity), meaning investor tax is capped at your prescribed investor rate (maximum 28%). You can view the current fund details and performance on the manager's website at https://smartshares.co.nz or check the latest product disclosure on the FMA Disclose register.
How much fees do ETFs charge?
ETF fees vary by fund and strategy. Smart NZ Top 50 ETF charges an annual fund charge of 0.5% p.a., which is lower than the peer-cohort average of 0.95% p.a. for funds in its category. For a full comparison of fees across ETFs, you can search the FMA Disclose register at https://disclose-register.companiesoffice.govt.nz/.
Is Smart invest legit?
Smart NZ Top 50 ETF is managed by Smartshares and is regulated under the Financial Markets Conduct Act 2013. You can verify the fund's registration, current performance, and fund charges on the FMA Disclose register at https://disclose-register.companiesoffice.govt.nz/. The fund is available through licensed platforms including InvestNow and Sharesies.
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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 Smart NZ Top 50 ETF?
Smart NZ Top 50 ETF is managed by Smartshares (parent: NZX Limited). NZ’s largest ETF issuer, owned by NZX. Tickers trade on NZX Main Board.
What asset class is the Smart NZ Top 50 ETF?
It is a australasian equities exchange-traded fund (ETF). Funds investing primarily in shares listed on the NZX (New Zealand) or ASX (Australia), or both as Trans-Tasman portfolios. Includes active stock-pickers and passive index trackers.
What are the fees for the Smart NZ Top 50 ETF?
The annual fund charge for the Smart NZ Top 50 ETF is 0.50% 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 Smart NZ Top 50 ETF?
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 Smart NZ Top 50 ETF a PIE fund?
Yes. The Smart NZ Top 50 ETF 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 Smart NZ Top 50 ETF?
Fund size (assets under management) is NZ$573 million as at the latest Quarterly Fund Update. Asset mix is approximately 98% growth assets and 2% income assets.
What does the Smart NZ Top 50 ETF invest in?
The latest published top holdings are: Infratil Ltd (5.52%), The a2 Milk Co Ltd (5.20%), Meridian Energy Ltd (5.16%). Holdings are disclosed in each Quarterly Fund Update; the full portfolio holdings file is also available via the FMA Disclose register.
How can I invest in the Smart NZ Top 50 ETF?
The Smart NZ Top 50 ETF is available via Smartshares directly. Always read the current Product Disclosure Statement before investing.
What is smart nz top 50 ETF?
Smart NZ Top 50 ETF is an exchange-traded fund that tracks the largest 50 companies listed on the NZX, offering exposure to Australasian equities. The fund is classified as a PIE (Portfolio Investment Entity), meaning investor tax is capped at your prescribed investor rate (maximum 28%). You can view the current fund details and performance on the manager's website at https://smartshares.co.nz or check the latest product disclosure on the FMA Disclose register.
How much fees do ETFs charge?
ETF fees vary by fund and strategy. Smart NZ Top 50 ETF charges an annual fund charge of 0.5% p.a., which is lower than the peer-cohort average of 0.95% p.a. for funds in its category. For a full comparison of fees across ETFs, you can search the FMA Disclose register at https://disclose-register.companiesoffice.govt.nz/.
Is Smart invest legit?
Smart NZ Top 50 ETF is managed by Smartshares and is regulated under the Financial Markets Conduct Act 2013. You can verify the fund's registration, current performance, and fund charges on the FMA Disclose register at https://disclose-register.companiesoffice.govt.nz/. The fund is available through licensed platforms including InvestNow and Sharesies.