Managed Global Responsibility Fund

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A diverse selection of global companies

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Invested in around 200 international companies aligning with our Ethical Investment Policy. If you are interested in a diverse portfolio with strong environmental, social and governance standards, aiming for above-average returns, this is a great option.
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Return focus:

Medium to High

Average annual return:

10.4% p.a. since inception October 2017

Minimum suggested time frame:

8+ years

Risk focus:

Higher

Estimated fund fees:

0.93%

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Our portfolio

Our investment process aims to avoid harm, benefit stakeholders and contribute to solutions. We're active managers who think carefully about how to drive strong returns, while maximising the ethical impact of our investing. Below are some examples of companies we invest in - click the button to view specific holdings for each Fund.

  • Women's Livelihood Bond 5 logo
  • Organo logo
  • Vestas
  • Enphase logo
  • Organo logo
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What we don’t invest in:

We seek to avoid investments that disrespect people, our planet and animals (some examples below).  Note that we may still hold these investments in limited situations.  Please hover over any ? icons for more details or read our Ethical Investment Policy.

  • Factory Farming

  • Fossil Fuel?

    We permit investments in companies that do not derive more than 5% of identifiable revenue from the exploration, extractive, conversion (with respect to thermal coal) or distribution (except by rail) of fossil fuels. See our Ethical Investment Policy for more details.

  • Alcohol?

    We allow investments in companies that do not derive more than 5% of identifiable revenue from alcohol beverage production, processing, manufacture, or sales. See our Ethical Investment Policy for more details.

  • Palm Oil & GMOs?

    We permit investments in companies that derive no more than 5% of identifiable revenue from the commercialised production and sale of GMOs, or no more than 5% of revenue from the sale of palm oil and palm oil products. See our Ethical Investment Policy for more details.

  • Weapons?

    We permit investment in companies that derive no more than 5% of identifiable income from the production and distribution of conventional weapons and their components. We allow investments in companies that earn no more than 50% of identifiable income from non-weapons related services or products to the military. See our Ethical Investment Policy for more details.

  • Adult Entertainment?

    We permit investments in companies that derive no more than 5% of identifiable revenue from the production or distribution of adult entertainment material. See our Ethical Investment Policy for more details.

  • Tobacco?

    We allow investments in companies that do not derive more than 10% of identifiable revenue from the sale of tobacco related products and services. See our Ethical Investment Policy for more details.

  • Gambling?

    We will allow investments in companies that derive no more than 5% of identifiable revenue from owning or operating gambling establishments. See our Ethical Investment Policy for more details.

  • Animal Testing?

    Animal testing is a complex area for investing. See our Ethical Investing Policy for details of our approach. We can (and do) in exceptional circumstances permit investment in a company connected with animal testing - such exceptions are approved on a case-by-case basis by the Ethics and Investment Committee. Contact us for further details.

Returns

4.6%

1 month

22.3%

1 year

10.7%

3 years

10.4%

p.a. since inception*

Past performance is no guarantee of future returns. We encourage all investors to seek independent financial advice prior to making investment decisions.
To compare fund returns against the fund benchmark visit our Performance and Returns page. *Inception date: 24/8/17

Performance figures as of 29/02/2024, and are after fees before tax

Risk Level

This fund is suited to investors with a medium-high tolerance to risk and a minimum timeframe of 8-10 years.

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Investor Notes

Ethical Approach

The Global Responsibility Fund has been designated a Certified Responsible Investment by RIAA (Responsible Investment Association Australasia).

Diversification

A diversified selection of global companies that score highly on environmental, social and governance ratings.

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Target Investment

95% International Equities
5% Listed Property

Number of Holdings

Approximately 200 Companies

Asset Class

International Equities, Listed Property

Fees

0.93%

Investment Horizon

8+ years

Benchmark

Morningstar Developed Markets Net Return Index (net of dividends and tax, 50% hedged to NZD)

Current Hedging Target

50%

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