Where a company has multiple ethical concerns, the total concerns percentage counts this investment once.
The average total concerns of all funds of the same risk profile is weighted by the funds' investment values.
The average total concerns of all KiwiSaver balanced funds is 5.99%.
Where companies are involved in testing products on animals for cosmetic, personal care, household product, chemical and other uses. We do not include companies which conduct animal testing for pharmaceutical products, medical devices, biotechnology, human food, or pet food.
Procter & Gamble Co. is a consumer products company involved in home goods, cosmetics and healthcare products. The company says they are committed to being cruelty free and ending animal testing, but are still involved in animal testing their cosmetic products, particularly on ingredients for cosmetics.
Where companies are involved in testing products on animals for cosmetic, personal care, household product, chemical and other uses. We do not include companies which conduct animal testing for pharmaceutical products, medical devices, biotechnology, human food, or pet food.
L'Oréal is a personal care company and cosmetics company concentrating on hair colour, skin care, sun protection, make-up, perfume, and hair care. The company states that its products are sold in countries where animal testing of cosmetic products is required by law.
Where companies are involved in testing products on animals for cosmetic, personal care, household product, chemical and other uses. We do not include companies which conduct animal testing for pharmaceutical products, medical devices, biotechnology, human food, or pet food.
Where companies, through their products or operations, are involved in environmental degradation e.g., pollution, chemical spills.
Diversified personal-care, homecare, and packaged food company. The company states that its products are sold in countries where animal testing of cosmetic products is required by law. Also, the third largest producer of plastics in the world’s oceans and is the biggest corporate seller of plastic sachets, which are significantly destructive, particularly in the Global South. Has pushed back its plastic reduction targets from 2025 to 2034.
Where companies are involved in testing products on animals for cosmetic, personal care, household product, chemical and other uses. We do not include companies which conduct animal testing for pharmaceutical products, medical devices, biotechnology, human food, or pet food.
Where companies are involved in the production or distribution of chemicals which are highly hazardous to human or environmental health including herbicides, pesticides and PFAS.
Where companies are involved in testing products on animals for cosmetic, personal care, household product, chemical and other uses. We do not include companies which conduct animal testing for pharmaceutical products, medical devices, biotechnology, human food, or pet food.
Where companies, through their products or operations, are involved in environmental degradation e.g., pollution, chemical spills.
Where companies are involved in testing products on animals for cosmetic, personal care, household product, chemical and other uses. We do not include companies which conduct animal testing for pharmaceutical products, medical devices, biotechnology, human food, or pet food.
Where companies are involved in the development or release of GMO plants and seeds.
Where companies are involved in the production or distribution of chemicals which are highly hazardous to human or environmental health including herbicides, pesticides and PFAS.
Where companies are involved in significant harm to individuals or communities, through the unsafe nature of their products or delivery of services and inadequate response to evidence of harm.
The world’s largest social network (Facebook, Instagram, Messenger, WhatsApp). Company has faced claims and legal actions due to mental health harm (notably to young people), breaches of user privacy / data rights, and the spread of misinformation. Inadequate moderating in non-English speaking countries (e.g. Myanmar) allowed the platform to be used to incite ethnic violence. Removal of content moderation from strt of 2025 increases risk of social and political harm.
Where a company is complicit in its products or services enabling violations of the Geneva Convention and infringement of the rights of individuals in war or conflict situations.
Manufactures heavy equipment including large D9 bulldozers over a long period to the Israeli military. They have been used in demolishing Palestinian homes in illegally occupied territories, constructing illegal settlements and infrastructure. Also evidence of use in other conflict-affected areas, including Myanmar and the Western Sahara. Continued supply to conflict areas indicates lack of governance over human rights impacts and international norms.
Where companies source their power generation from fossil fuels (oil, natural gas, coal) to generate electricity.
Where the actions of companies have violated global standards on human rights and freedoms including customary rights of indigenous people.
A global diversified miner, predominantly in iron ore but also copper, aluminium, diamonds, gold, and industrial minerals. In 2020, Rio Tinto destroyed Aboriginal 46,000-year-old sacred sites at an iron mine in Western Australia, leaving a considerable and irrepairable impact on the traditional owners. Also a pattern of harmful community-related incidents in West Papua, South Africa, Canada, the US and Serbia. The company also derives revenue from coal power plants through multiple associates and subsidiaries.
Where the actions of companies have violated global standards on human rights and freedoms including customary rights of indigenous people.
Nestle manufactures and sells food and beverages. The company has been criticised for exploiting local water resources for its bottled water production, which has forced underprivileged communities to pay a premium for their groundwater while alternatives have been exhausted. They are also the third largest source of plastic trash found in oceans. There have also been several allegations of labour conflicts and human rights violations in Nestle’s palm oil, coffee, fruits and seafood supply chains.
Where low standards of ethics create harm because of poor culture and inappropriate incentives, inadequate governance and oversight, and incidents of bribery and corruption.
Wells Fargo is a multinational financial services company which serves millions of customers in 35 countries. They have been involved in significant business ethics scandals for false inflation, cross selling and misleading customers over a period of 2002 to 2016.
Where companies, through their products or operations, are involved in environmental degradation e.g., pollution, chemical spills.
Where companies are involved in the production of fossil fuels (oil, natural gas, coal, shale oil) including exploration, production (including core services), storage, transport (except by rail) and refining.
One of the world's largest mining companies, headquartered in Australia with operations globally. In 2015 Samarco (a BHP joint venture with Vale SA) caused the Mariana dam disaster releasing huge quantities of heavy metal waste into the Doce River basin. This is the largest pollution incident ever recorded and devastated communities and the ecosystem. BHP also mines thermal coal. While it sold some coal mines, it will continue to operate the Mt Arthur mine in New South Wales until 2030.
Where companies source their power generation from fossil fuels (oil, natural gas, coal) to generate electricity.
Where the actions of companies have violated global standards on human rights and freedoms including customary rights of indigenous people.
A global diversified miner, predominantly in iron ore but also copper, aluminium, diamonds, gold, and industrial minerals. In 2020, Rio Tinto destroyed Aboriginal 46,000-year-old sacred sites at an iron mine in Western Australia, leaving a considerable and irrepairable impact on the traditional owners. Also a pattern of harmful community-related incidents in West Papua, South Africa, Canada, the US and Serbia. The company also derives revenue from coal power plants through multiple associates and subsidiaries.
Where companies source their power generation from fossil fuels (oil, natural gas, coal) to generate electricity.
One of Aotearoa New Zealand’s largest electric utilities companies. Operates three thermal power stations that employ gas and diesel. In FY2024, 81% of the energy Contact generated came from renewable energy (lower than in 2023 due to a dry winter). However, at the end of 2024 Contact opened a major new geothermal renewable facility - the Tauhara plant. It is considered to be on a climate change pathway aligned with 1.5°C of global temperature rise.
Where companies, through their products or operations, are involved in environmental degradation e.g., pollution, chemical spills.
Where companies are involved in the production of fossil fuels (oil, natural gas, coal, shale oil) including exploration, production (including core services), storage, transport (except by rail) and refining.
One of the world's largest mining companies, headquartered in Australia with operations globally. In 2015 Samarco (a BHP joint venture with Vale SA) caused the Mariana dam disaster releasing huge quantities of heavy metal waste into the Doce River basin. This is the largest pollution incident ever recorded and devastated communities and the ecosystem. BHP also mines thermal coal. While it sold some coal mines, it will continue to operate the Mt Arthur mine in New South Wales until 2030.
Where companies are involved in testing products on animals for cosmetic, personal care, household product, chemical and other uses. We do not include companies which conduct animal testing for pharmaceutical products, medical devices, biotechnology, human food, or pet food.
Where companies, through their products or operations, are involved in environmental degradation e.g., pollution, chemical spills.
Diversified personal-care, homecare, and packaged food company. The company states that its products are sold in countries where animal testing of cosmetic products is required by law. Also, the third largest producer of plastics in the world’s oceans and is the biggest corporate seller of plastic sachets, which are significantly destructive, particularly in the Global South. Has pushed back its plastic reduction targets from 2025 to 2034.
Where companies are involved in testing products on animals for cosmetic, personal care, household product, chemical and other uses. We do not include companies which conduct animal testing for pharmaceutical products, medical devices, biotechnology, human food, or pet food.
Where companies are involved in the production or distribution of chemicals which are highly hazardous to human or environmental health including herbicides, pesticides and PFAS.
Where companies are involved in testing products on animals for cosmetic, personal care, household product, chemical and other uses. We do not include companies which conduct animal testing for pharmaceutical products, medical devices, biotechnology, human food, or pet food.
Where companies, through their products or operations, are involved in environmental degradation e.g., pollution, chemical spills.
Where companies are involved in testing products on animals for cosmetic, personal care, household product, chemical and other uses. We do not include companies which conduct animal testing for pharmaceutical products, medical devices, biotechnology, human food, or pet food.
Where companies are involved in the development or release of GMO plants and seeds.
Where companies are involved in the production or distribution of chemicals which are highly hazardous to human or environmental health including herbicides, pesticides and PFAS.
Please note that Christian KiwiSaver Scheme has its own ethical policy and independent ethical screening process. This may result in a different view of issues from the issues of concern shown by Mindful Money. In addition, stocks shown by Mindful Money may no longer be held by Christian KiwiSaver Scheme. Please contact us directly with any queries you may have in relation to the stocks shown by Mindful Money. We will be happy to assist you: info@christiankiwisaver.nz
The Balanced Fund has moderate exposures to both growth assets (such as equities and alternative assets) and income assets (such as fixed interest, mortgages and cash). It is designed to have a medium risk profile and to appeal to members willing to accept medium risk to pursue long term growth.
| Value | $56.3M NZD |
| Period of data report | 31st March 2024 |
| Members | 1,606 |
| Fund started | 20th July 2007 |
| Total annual fund fees | 1.35% |
| Total performance based fees | 0.0% |
| Manager's basic fee | 1.35% |
| Other management and administration charges | 0.0% |
| Total other charges | 0.0 |
| Total other charges currency | NZD |
|
Brendan O'Donovan |
Currently: Chair of Investment Committee (4 years, 10 months)
|
|
Simon Brodie |
Currently: Chief Investment Officer / Investment Consultant (12 years, 11 months)
|
|
Manher Sukha |
Currently: Investment Manager (9 years, 10 months)
|
|
Andrew Johnson |
Currently: Licensed Independent Trustee (2 years, 8 months)
|
|
Margaret Bearsley |
Currently: Chief Executive (2 years, 6 months)
|
This information has been sourced from the quarterly data that each KiwiSaver fund has filed with Disclose register to 31st March 2024.
Past annual returns for this fund are after fees and taxes. Please note that higher past returns do not always mean higher future returns.
| Year | Market Average | Fund Annual Return |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 10.86% | 8.53% |
| 2023 | -2.79% | -1.15% |
| 2022 | 1.34% | 3.89% |
| 2021 | 17.98% | 14.08% |
| 2020 | -1.40% | 0.02% |
| 2019 | 5.81% | 6.34% |
| 2018 | 5.28% | 3.6% |
| 2017 | 5.86% | 7.19% |
| 2016 | 4.01% | 3.25% |
| 2015 | 11.09% | 8.45% |
The market average is the average return for funds of the same risk category, sourced from the Commission for Financial Capability's Sorted website. The fund information has been sourced from the quarterly data that each KiwiSaver fund has filed with Disclose register to 31st March 2024.
Pimco Global Bond ESG Fund
Ireland Int Fixed Interest
Legg Mason Brandywine Gofi
Ireland Int Fixed Interest
Pimco Gis Global Bond Fund
Ireland Int Fixed Interest
Hapua Forest
New Zealand Other
ANZ Bank Accounts
New Zealand Cash and Equivalents
Crown Global Opportunities Vi PLC Fund
Ireland Other
Crown Global Opportunities Vii PLC
Ireland Other
Apple Computer
United States International Equities
Microsoft
United States International Equities
Amazon.Com Inc
United States International Equities
| Type | Target | Actual |
|---|---|---|
| Cash and Cash Equivalents | 10.0% | 12.62% |
| New Zealand Fixed Interest | 20.0% | 17.0% |
| International Fixed Interest | 20.0% | 20.13% |
| Australasian Equities | 15.0% | 12.97% |
| International Equities | 30.0% | 27.58% |
| Listed Properties | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| Unlisted Properties | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| Other | 5.0% | 9.7% |
| Commodities | 0.0% | 0.0% |
How the money in this fund is invested by asset type.
This information has been sourced from the quarterly data that each KiwiSaver fund has filed with Disclose register to 31st March 2024.
This data is compiled by Mindful Money from the fund information and portfolios
that each
KiwiSaver
fund has
filed with the Disclose register to 31st March 2024 and Mindful Money
analysis of funds within those portfolios. The list of companies of concern has
been drawn from ratings agencies and public sources, including the Norwegian
Sovereign Fund, NZ Super Fund, Sustainalytics and research organisations.
Please note that companies may breach more than one of these areas of
concern.
The listing of companies of concern is based on definitions used in Mindful Money's
methodology. These definitions may
be different from the exclusions policy and definitions applied by the fund provider.
Mindful Money uses the term Mindful Funds as our standard
for ethical investment and responsible investment. This does not imply that
other funds are unethical or that the fund providers that do not meet these
standards are unethical providers.
Where companies are involved in testing products on animals for cosmetic, personal care, household product, chemical and other uses. We do not include companies which conduct animal testing for pharmaceutical products, medical devices, biotechnology, human food, or pet food.
Procter & Gamble Co. is a consumer products company involved in home goods, cosmetics and healthcare products. The company says they are committed to being cruelty free and ending animal testing, but are still involved in animal testing their cosmetic products, particularly on ingredients for cosmetics.
Where companies are involved in testing products on animals for cosmetic, personal care, household product, chemical and other uses. We do not include companies which conduct animal testing for pharmaceutical products, medical devices, biotechnology, human food, or pet food.
L'Oréal is a personal care company and cosmetics company concentrating on hair colour, skin care, sun protection, make-up, perfume, and hair care. The company states that its products are sold in countries where animal testing of cosmetic products is required by law.
Where companies are involved in testing products on animals for cosmetic, personal care, household product, chemical and other uses. We do not include companies which conduct animal testing for pharmaceutical products, medical devices, biotechnology, human food, or pet food.
Where companies, through their products or operations, are involved in environmental degradation e.g., pollution, chemical spills.
Diversified personal-care, homecare, and packaged food company. The company states that its products are sold in countries where animal testing of cosmetic products is required by law. Also, the third largest producer of plastics in the world’s oceans and is the biggest corporate seller of plastic sachets, which are significantly destructive, particularly in the Global South. Has pushed back its plastic reduction targets from 2025 to 2034.
Where companies are involved in testing products on animals for cosmetic, personal care, household product, chemical and other uses. We do not include companies which conduct animal testing for pharmaceutical products, medical devices, biotechnology, human food, or pet food.
Where companies are involved in the production or distribution of chemicals which are highly hazardous to human or environmental health including herbicides, pesticides and PFAS.
Where companies are involved in testing products on animals for cosmetic, personal care, household product, chemical and other uses. We do not include companies which conduct animal testing for pharmaceutical products, medical devices, biotechnology, human food, or pet food.
Where companies, through their products or operations, are involved in environmental degradation e.g., pollution, chemical spills.
Where companies are involved in testing products on animals for cosmetic, personal care, household product, chemical and other uses. We do not include companies which conduct animal testing for pharmaceutical products, medical devices, biotechnology, human food, or pet food.
Where companies are involved in the development or release of GMO plants and seeds.
Where companies are involved in the production or distribution of chemicals which are highly hazardous to human or environmental health including herbicides, pesticides and PFAS.
Where companies are involved in significant harm to individuals or communities, through the unsafe nature of their products or delivery of services and inadequate response to evidence of harm.
The world’s largest social network (Facebook, Instagram, Messenger, WhatsApp). Company has faced claims and legal actions due to mental health harm (notably to young people), breaches of user privacy / data rights, and the spread of misinformation. Inadequate moderating in non-English speaking countries (e.g. Myanmar) allowed the platform to be used to incite ethnic violence. Removal of content moderation from strt of 2025 increases risk of social and political harm.
Where a company is complicit in its products or services enabling violations of the Geneva Convention and infringement of the rights of individuals in war or conflict situations.
Manufactures heavy equipment including large D9 bulldozers over a long period to the Israeli military. They have been used in demolishing Palestinian homes in illegally occupied territories, constructing illegal settlements and infrastructure. Also evidence of use in other conflict-affected areas, including Myanmar and the Western Sahara. Continued supply to conflict areas indicates lack of governance over human rights impacts and international norms.
Where companies source their power generation from fossil fuels (oil, natural gas, coal) to generate electricity.
Where the actions of companies have violated global standards on human rights and freedoms including customary rights of indigenous people.
A global diversified miner, predominantly in iron ore but also copper, aluminium, diamonds, gold, and industrial minerals. In 2020, Rio Tinto destroyed Aboriginal 46,000-year-old sacred sites at an iron mine in Western Australia, leaving a considerable and irrepairable impact on the traditional owners. Also a pattern of harmful community-related incidents in West Papua, South Africa, Canada, the US and Serbia. The company also derives revenue from coal power plants through multiple associates and subsidiaries.
Where the actions of companies have violated global standards on human rights and freedoms including customary rights of indigenous people.
Nestle manufactures and sells food and beverages. The company has been criticised for exploiting local water resources for its bottled water production, which has forced underprivileged communities to pay a premium for their groundwater while alternatives have been exhausted. They are also the third largest source of plastic trash found in oceans. There have also been several allegations of labour conflicts and human rights violations in Nestle’s palm oil, coffee, fruits and seafood supply chains.
Where low standards of ethics create harm because of poor culture and inappropriate incentives, inadequate governance and oversight, and incidents of bribery and corruption.
Wells Fargo is a multinational financial services company which serves millions of customers in 35 countries. They have been involved in significant business ethics scandals for false inflation, cross selling and misleading customers over a period of 2002 to 2016.
Where companies, through their products or operations, are involved in environmental degradation e.g., pollution, chemical spills.
Where companies are involved in the production of fossil fuels (oil, natural gas, coal, shale oil) including exploration, production (including core services), storage, transport (except by rail) and refining.
One of the world's largest mining companies, headquartered in Australia with operations globally. In 2015 Samarco (a BHP joint venture with Vale SA) caused the Mariana dam disaster releasing huge quantities of heavy metal waste into the Doce River basin. This is the largest pollution incident ever recorded and devastated communities and the ecosystem. BHP also mines thermal coal. While it sold some coal mines, it will continue to operate the Mt Arthur mine in New South Wales until 2030.
Where companies source their power generation from fossil fuels (oil, natural gas, coal) to generate electricity.
Where the actions of companies have violated global standards on human rights and freedoms including customary rights of indigenous people.
A global diversified miner, predominantly in iron ore but also copper, aluminium, diamonds, gold, and industrial minerals. In 2020, Rio Tinto destroyed Aboriginal 46,000-year-old sacred sites at an iron mine in Western Australia, leaving a considerable and irrepairable impact on the traditional owners. Also a pattern of harmful community-related incidents in West Papua, South Africa, Canada, the US and Serbia. The company also derives revenue from coal power plants through multiple associates and subsidiaries.
Where companies source their power generation from fossil fuels (oil, natural gas, coal) to generate electricity.
One of Aotearoa New Zealand’s largest electric utilities companies. Operates three thermal power stations that employ gas and diesel. In FY2024, 81% of the energy Contact generated came from renewable energy (lower than in 2023 due to a dry winter). However, at the end of 2024 Contact opened a major new geothermal renewable facility - the Tauhara plant. It is considered to be on a climate change pathway aligned with 1.5°C of global temperature rise.
Please note that Christian KiwiSaver Scheme has its own ethical policy and independent ethical screening process. This may result in a different view of issues from the issues of concern shown by Mindful Money. In addition, stocks shown by Mindful Money may no longer be held by Christian KiwiSaver Scheme. Please contact us directly with any queries you may have in relation to the stocks shown by Mindful Money. We will be happy to assist you: info@christiankiwisaver.nz
The Balanced Fund has moderate exposures to both growth assets (such as equities and alternative assets) and income assets (such as fixed interest, mortgages and cash). It is designed to have a medium risk profile and to appeal to members willing to accept medium risk to pursue long term growth.
| Value | $56.3M NZD |
| Period of data report | 31st March 2024 |
| Members | 1,606 |
| Fund started | 20th July 2007 |
| Total annual fund fees | 1.35% |
| Total performance based fees | 0.0% |
| Manager's basic fee | 1.35% |
| Other management and administration charges | 0.0% |
| Total other charges | 0.0 |
| Total other charges currency | NZD |
|
Brendan O'Donovan |
Currently: Chair of Investment Committee (4 years, 10 months)
|
|
Simon Brodie |
Currently: Chief Investment Officer / Investment Consultant (12 years, 11 months)
|
|
Manher Sukha |
Currently: Investment Manager (9 years, 10 months)
|
|
Andrew Johnson |
Currently: Licensed Independent Trustee (2 years, 8 months)
|
|
Margaret Bearsley |
Currently: Chief Executive (2 years, 6 months)
|
This information has been sourced from the quarterly data that each KiwiSaver fund has filed with Disclose register to 31st March 2024.
Past annual returns for this fund are after fees and taxes. Please note that higher past returns do not always mean higher future returns.
| Year | Market Average | Fund Annual Return |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 10.86% | 8.53% |
| 2023 | -2.79% | -1.15% |
| 2022 | 1.34% | 3.89% |
| 2021 | 17.98% | 14.08% |
| 2020 | -1.40% | 0.02% |
| 2019 | 5.81% | 6.34% |
| 2018 | 5.28% | 3.6% |
| 2017 | 5.86% | 7.19% |
| 2016 | 4.01% | 3.25% |
| 2015 | 11.09% | 8.45% |
The market average is the average return for funds of the same risk category, sourced from the Commission for Financial Capability's Sorted website. The fund information has been sourced from the quarterly data that each KiwiSaver fund has filed with Disclose register to 31st March 2024.
Pimco Global Bond ESG Fund
Ireland Int Fixed Interest
Legg Mason Brandywine Gofi
Ireland Int Fixed Interest
Pimco Gis Global Bond Fund
Ireland Int Fixed Interest
Hapua Forest
New Zealand Other
ANZ Bank Accounts
New Zealand Cash and Equivalents
Crown Global Opportunities Vi PLC Fund
Ireland Other
Crown Global Opportunities Vii PLC
Ireland Other
Apple Computer
United States International Equities
Microsoft
United States International Equities
Amazon.Com Inc
United States International Equities
| Type | Target | Actual |
|---|---|---|
| Cash and Cash Equivalents | 10.0% | 12.62% |
| New Zealand Fixed Interest | 20.0% | 17.0% |
| International Fixed Interest | 20.0% | 20.13% |
| Australasian Equities | 15.0% | 12.97% |
| International Equities | 30.0% | 27.58% |
| Listed Properties | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| Unlisted Properties | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| Other | 5.0% | 9.7% |
| Commodities | 0.0% | 0.0% |
How the money in this fund is invested by asset type.
This information has been sourced from the quarterly data that each KiwiSaver fund has filed with Disclose register to 31st March 2024.
This data is compiled by Mindful Money from the fund information and portfolios
that each
KiwiSaver
fund has
filed with the Disclose register to 31st March 2024 and Mindful Money
analysis of funds within those portfolios. The list of companies of concern has
been drawn from ratings agencies and public sources, including the Norwegian
Sovereign Fund, NZ Super Fund, Sustainalytics and research organisations.
Please note that companies may breach more than one of these areas of
concern.
The listing of companies of concern is based on definitions used in Mindful Money's
methodology. These definitions may
be different from the exclusions policy and definitions applied by the fund provider.
Mindful Money uses the term Mindful Funds as our standard
for ethical investment and responsible investment. This does not imply that
other funds are unethical or that the fund providers that do not meet these
standards are unethical providers.
