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Risk Level 6 KiwiSaver Scheme Funds

High Risk (Growth)

Risk Level 6 funds prioritize growth with 80-95% in growth assets. They target high long-term returns with significant volatility. Compare all 11 funds ranked by 5-year returns.

Total Funds
11
Risk Level 6
Average Return
8.18%
5-year average
Average Fees
0.94%
Annual fees
Time Horizon
20-30 years
Recommended

Risk Level 6 Details

Suited to:

  • Young investors (20s-40s)
  • 20+ years until retirement
  • High risk tolerance
Volatility: High - Large losses possible in downturns

Not Suitable For:

  • Anyone within 15 years of retirement
  • Conservative investors
  • First home buyers

All Risk Level 6 Funds Ranked by Performance

RankFund NameProviderFund Type5-Year ReturnFeesMembers
#1Us Large Growth FundSmartsharesAggressive17.61%0.67%4k
#2Us Equities FundKouraAggressive14.51%0.73%8k
#3Australian Financials FundSmartsharesAggressive14.01%0.69%1k
#4Australian Resources FundSmartsharesAggressive12.74%0.69%1k
#5Life Cycle - Age 0-54NZ FundsAggressive9.07%1.87%16k
#6Australian Mid Cap FundSmartsharesAggressive8.84%0.69%1k
#7US Small Cap FundSmartsharesAggressive7.59%0.67%1k
#8International Property FundANZAggressive3.80%0.99%0k
#9Australian Property FundSmartsharesAggressive2.66%0.69%0k
#10Global Property FundSmartsharesAggressive-0.07%0.68%2k
#11Growth StrategyNZ FundsAggressive-0.83%1.95%25k

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Data source: FMA KiwiSaver Quarterly Reports, provider Product Disclosure Statements. Last updated: May 2026.

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