FAQ - Frequently asked questions
What is Responsible Investing?
What is ESG?
ESG investing uses Environmental, Social and Governance factors when making investment decisions. It is a generic term used in capital markets and used by investors to evaluate corporate behaviour and to determine the future financial performance of companies.
How do you include/exclude companies?
Incorporating ESG factors into investing requires a significant amount of very specialised research. We work with Sustainalytics, a global leader in ESG and corporate governance research and ratings. Examples of ESG factors for a company include reviewing workplace accidents, environmental incidents, governance effectiveness, tax transparency and product safety.
What will my returns be?
At Pathfinder we favour a long-term approach to investing which we believe gives the highest likelihood of more stable and sustainable returns. The value of the assets held in each fund can go up or down, and returns are not guaranteed. While we publish past returns for each fund, it is important to note that these are not a guide of future performance.
What are the Fees?
At Pathfinder we endeavour to keep our fees low, which helps to maximise your returns. Whilst we have the usual Management and Administration Fees, we do not "bulk up" our Fees with Performance, Establishment, Contribution, Withdrawal or Termination Fees.
Where do I get more information?
If you still have questions about Pathfinder Asset Management, or our Funds, or have any other investment questions, please don't hesitate to contact us.
Do you have a Kiwisaver Fund?
Yes, we do. We have what we aspire to be NZ's most ethical KiwiSaver Scheme. We call it CareSaver. It continues our focus on ethical investing, where we not only exclude "bad" industries, but invest heavily in "good" industries. Our Management Fees are market average, and, continuing our social enterprise model, we give 20% of our fees to the charity of your choice. You can find our more here.
How do I invest?
Instructions on how to invest are found here.
How do I setup payments into a Fund
For initial lump-sum, additional or regular payments, please go here.
How much can I invest?
There is a minimum investment amount of $5,000 for the initial investment. Thereafter you can invest $1,000 for subsequent lump sums, and $100 per month for regular payments.
Can I invest in multiple Funds?
Yes, you can place your investment over multiple funds and create your own particular investment portfolio.
Is there a minimum investment time frame?
You can redeem your investment at any time, however, at Pathfinder our investment objectives and strategies reflect our long-term approach to investing in global assets. Minimum suggested investment time frame is 5+ years.
Are there any withdrawal costs?
The cost to redeem your investment varies between 0.05% and 0.15% and differ by Fund. There are no other withdrawal costs.
Can I start an account for a minor?
Yes you can.