Fund designed for long-term, values-driven investors
Pathfinder has launched its new KiwiSaver High Growth Fund, offering a higher-growth, ethically focused investment option for New Zealanders comfortable with a higher risk profile.
The new fund is now available, and Kiwis can switch by completing the “Changing your investment options” form on the Pathfinder website.
Targeted at investors with at least a 10-year time horizon, the High Growth Fund maintains alignment with Pathfinder’s Ethical Investment Policy while including a larger allocation to growth assets.
“Our new High Growth Fund offers an exciting option for investors with a strong appetite for risk and a long-term horizon. I’m thrilled we’re now able to provide a fund specifically designed to meet the needs of these investors,” said Pathfinder CEO and co-founder John Berry (pictured).
“With this new product, we’re building on our existing track record, giving values-driven investors a new way to aim higher by saving for their future, while also investing in our collective future.”
The launch comes amid strong KiwiSaver growth, with total assets surpassing $100 billion in early 2025, driven by increased contributions and market performance.
Why high growth?
The launch follows strong consumer interest in ethical investing. A recent RIAA report found that 49% of Kiwis would consider switching to ethical funds within the next five years.
The new fund seeks to fill a market gap for investors looking for long-term capital growth within a values-aligned investment strategy.
“Growth assets, like equities such as tech companies, can have strong potential for appreciation over time, which means that if we look 15 or more years into the future, our investors will be well placed to see higher returns as these assets grow and evolve,” said chief investment officer David Lewis.
“Because of this, growth assets tend to experience greater volatility in the short term as we’ve seen with recent market movements. Investors need to be prepared to ride out those dips and be comfortable with greater market fluctuations. Patience is key to fully realise the long-term growth potential.”
Advisers welcome expanded ethical options
The launch has been welcomed by financial advisers, including Lighthouse Financial’s Jess Hargreaves, who says many clients are seeking ethical investments with higher return potential.
“At Lighthouse, we’re focused on helping clients make active, informed choices about their KiwiSaver,” Hargreaves said. “For those who want to invest ethically with a higher allocation to growth assets, choices have been limited to date, and the impact of getting this right can be significant over the long term. We’re really pleased to see the Pathfinder KiwiSaver High Growth Fund launch, as it gives our clients more choice and flexibility, which is exactly what we want for them.”
Ethical focus remains core to Pathfinder
Pathfinder’s new fund maintains the company’s commitment to generating both personal wealth and collective well-being through ethical investment. It is actively managed and follows the same ethical screening principles used across all Pathfinder KiwiSaver funds.
“It’s great to offer investors more choice when it comes to investing ethically for their long-term goals,” said Simon Leach, head of distribution at Pathfinder.
“As Kiwis seek to switch their KiwiSaver fund to align with their financial goals, we also encourage them to research what their money will be invested in, and if that aligns with the values they try to live their lives by day to day.”
How to switch to the High Growth Fund
To switch, investors can visit the Pathfinder website and complete the investment option change form.
The switching process typically takes two to three business days, and investors are encouraged to read all relevant documents including the product disclosure statement, statement of investment policy and objectives, and other material information before making changes.
For more information, visit www.pathfinder.kiwi.
