Pathfinder KiwiSaver Review

Ethical investment manager focused on responsible and sustainable investing.

About Pathfinder KiwiSaver

Pathfinder is a specialist ethical investment manager that focuses on responsible and sustainable investing. They take a comprehensive approach to ethical screening, considering environmental, social, and governance factors in all investment decisions.

Their investment process combines ethical screening with financial analysis to identify companies that can deliver both strong returns and positive impact. Pathfinder actively engages with companies to promote better ESG practices.

The provider is known for their transparent approach to reporting both financial returns and impact metrics, helping investors understand how their money is making a difference.

Pathfinder KiwiSaver Funds

Pathfinder Ethical Growth Fund

Growth-focused fund investing in companies that meet strict ethical and sustainability criteria.

Growth

Risk Level

High

Management Fee

0.95%

1 Year Return

10.8%

5 Year Return

8.9%

Why Choose Pathfinder KiwiSaver?

Advantages

  • Strong focus on ethical and sustainable investing
  • Comprehensive ESG screening process
  • Active engagement with companies
  • Transparent impact reporting
  • Competitive fees for active management

Considerations

  • Limited investment universe due to ethical screening
  • May not suit investors focused solely on returns
  • Relatively smaller provider

Quick Facts

Total Assets
$1.5B
Average Management Fee
0.95%
Number of Funds
4
Fund Types
Conservative, Balanced, Growth, Ethical Growth

Key Features

  • Ethical investing focus
  • Sustainable investment approach
  • Active engagement
  • Impact reporting