Going for good growth

Added to that research from the Responsible Investment Association Australasia , as almost half of Kiwis (49%) will consider changing to ethical funds within the next five years.

“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,” Pathfinder chief executive and co-founder John Berry says.

“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,” he adds.

"In addition, it aims to fill a gap in the market for a fund that is both focused on investing ethically and providing a long-term, growth-focused investment option for Kiwis."

Chief Investment Officer, David Lewis says, “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.”

Jess Hargreaves, Financial Advisor at Lighthouse Financial, says “At Lighthouse, we’re focused on helping clients make active, informed choices about their KiwiSaver. 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 signifi cant 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.”