Investment fund performance.
Track the performance of our Westpac KiwiSaver Scheme and Westpac Active Series investment funds.
Why choose Westpac KiwiSaver Scheme and Active Series funds.
Our team of locally based investment experts work with investment specialists from around the world, combining global research, insights and experience to identify opportunities and manage risk. This helps to deliver strong long-term performance for investors like you.
Our funds are mainly actively managed. This means our investment specialists can respond to changing market conditions and investment opportunities while remaining focused on each fund's long-term investment objectives.
Westpac KiwiSaver Scheme fund performance.
High Growth Fund
|
3 months |
6 months |
1 year |
3 years |
5 years |
10 years |
| 1.09% | 14.87% | 13.36% | - | - | - |
Growth Fund
|
3 months |
6 months |
1 year |
3 years |
5 years |
10 years |
| 0.42% | 11.52% | 10.08% | 14.69% | 6.84% | 8.37% |
Balanced Fund
|
3 months |
6 months |
1 year |
3 years |
5 years |
10 years |
| -0.20% | 8.56% | 7.45% | 12.19% | 5.58% | 6.92% |
Default Balanced Fund
|
3 months |
6 months |
1 year |
3 years |
5 years |
10 years |
| -0.41% | 7.18% | 6.34% | 11.10% | - | - |
Moderate Fund
|
3 months |
6 months |
1 year |
3 years |
5 years |
10 years |
| -0.70% | 5.56% | 4.79% | 9.58% | 4.35% | 5.25% |
Conservative Fund
|
3 months |
6 months |
1 year |
3 years |
5 years |
10 years |
| -1.16% | 3.29% | 2.68% | 7.49% | 3.33% | 4.03% |
Defensive Conservative Fund
|
3 months |
6 months |
1 year |
3 years |
5 years |
10 years |
| -1.25% | 2.65% | 2.15% | 6.91% | 3.18% | 3.82% |
Cash Fund
|
3 months |
6 months |
1 year |
3 years |
5 years |
10 years |
| 0.74% | 1.47% | 2.99% | 4.50% | 3.98% | 2.80% |
Returns (for periods less than 3 years) and average annual returns (for periods 3 years and greater) are after deducting fund charges but before tax to 30 September 2026. Past performance is not a reliable indication of future performance. Returns for any fund will vary and may be negative at times, which means your balance can be less than what you invested. There is no five years or greater return for the Default Balanced Fund because it started on 1 December 2021. There is no three year or greater return for the High Growth Fund because it started on 25 September 2024.
Next steps.
Compare our funds
View, sort and compare all our KiwiSaver funds by fee, return, risk and investment timeframe.
Help me choose a fund
The Westpac KiwiSaver Scheme Fund Chooser will recommend a fund for you based on when you want to use your money - for your first home or when you turn 65.
KiwiSaver Calculator
Use our calculator to see how much you could have and the difference small changes to your contribution rate or your choice of fund could make to Future You.
Talk to a KiwiSaver Specialist
Simply call us weekdays between 8.30am and 5pm on NZ: 0508 972 254. If calling from overseas: +64 9 375 9978 (international toll charges apply).
Westpac Active Series fund performance.
Growth Fund
|
3 months |
6 months |
1 year |
3 years |
5 years |
10 years |
| 0.35% | 11.32% | 9.69% | 14.33% | 6.57% | 7.89% |
Balanced Fund
|
3 months |
6 months |
1 year |
3 years |
5 years |
10 years |
| -0.27% | 8.38% | 7.13% | 11.85% | 5.30% | 6.45% |
Moderate Fund
|
3 months |
6 months |
1 year |
3 years |
5 years |
10 years |
| -0.79% | 5.38% | 4.40% | 9.25% | 4.07% | 4.83% |
Conservative Fund
|
3 months |
6 months |
1 year |
3 years |
5 years |
10 years |
| -1.34% | 2.51% | 1.81% | 6.57% | 2.82% | 3.29% |
Returns (for periods less than 3 years) and average annual returns (for periods 3 years and greater) are after deducting fund charges but before tax to 30 September 2026. Past performance is not a reliable indication of future performance. Returns for any fund will vary and may be negative at times, which means your balance can be less than what you invested.
Next steps.
Compare our funds
View, sort and compare all our Active Series managed funds by fee, return, risk and investment timeframe.
Help me choose a fund
Your choice of fund could have a big impact on how your investment grows. Here we share our top five tips to consider when choosing a fund.
General investment enquiries
Contact our dedicated team of specialists with general investment questions.
Financial advice
Contact a Westpac Financial Adviser for a free personalised financial plan. If calling from overseas: +64 9 375 9981 (international toll charges apply).
Westpac Retirement Plan fund performance.
Dynamic Fund
|
3 months |
6 months |
1 year |
3 years |
5 years |
10 years |
| 0.18% | 10.98% | 8.94% | 13.51% | 5.74% | 7.25% |
Balanced Fund
|
3 months |
6 months |
1 year |
3 years |
5 years |
10 years |
| -0.47% | 7.97% | 6.27% | 10.99% | 4.44% | 5.74% |
Accumulation Fund
|
3 months |
6 months |
1 year |
3 years |
5 years |
10 years |
| -1.65% | -0.46% | -1.05% | 3.11% | 0.99% | 0.89% |
Returns (for periods less than 3 years) and average annual returns (for periods 3 years and greater) are after deducting fund charges and tax to 30 September 2026. Past performance is not a reliable indication of future performance. Returns for any fund will vary and may be negative at times, which means your balance can be less than what you invested. The Westpac Retirement Plan (Scheme) is closed to new members and a product disclosure statement has not been registered for the Scheme.
Next steps.
General investment enquiries
Contact our dedicated team of specialists with general investment questions.
Financial advice
Contact a Westpac Financial Adviser for a free personalised financial plan. If calling from overseas: +64 9 375 9981 (international toll charges apply).
Market update (July to September 2026).
The conflict in the Middle East affected financial markets in the third quarter of 2026 again. The breakdown of the agreement between the United States and Iran in July pushed oil prices sharply higher by 42%1, which revived concerns about inflation and prompted central banks around the world, including in New Zealand, to raise interest rates. Share markets still made modest gains, however, rising interest rates weighed on bonds and listed property.
Global
Global share markets2 rose modestly over the September quarter, returning around 2.4% in New Zealand dollar terms, This was well below the strong gains in the June quarter. The US share market3 rose 2.2% in US dollar terms and Artificial Intelligence (AI) remained a significant market driver. Beneath the headline gains, returns varied widely. While major US technology giants surged on sustained AI spending, semiconductor chip stocks and smaller companies faced a much bumpier ride. Energy companies benefited from higher oil prices. European share markets4 fell by about 1% as rising bond yields and inflation fears squeezed company margins. Global listed property5 shares returned -7% as interest rates rose.
In New Zealand
The New Zealand share market6 returned around 1.8% over the quarter. It reached record highs in July and August before slipping in September as interest rates moved higher. This also resulted in New Zealand listed property shares7 falling 4.0%. Inflation reached its highest level since late 2023, mainly due to higher fuel prices The Reserve Bank of New Zealand (RBNZ) raised the Official Cash Rate (OCR) twice, from 2.25% to 2.75% and signalled further increases may be needed. Unemployment rose to its highest level in about ten years, although economic growth held up better than expected, helped by house building and agricultural exports.
Bonds & Currency
Bond yields reached multi-year highs around the world as inflation stayed above above target and central banks raised interest rates. This included the US Federal Reserve’s first increase since 2023. When yields rise, the value of existing bonds falls. Global bonds8 fell by 2.9%. The yield on 10-year US Treasury bonds rose from 4.47% to 5.28%. New Zealand bond markets9 fell by 2.0%. The yield on 10-year New Zealand government bonds rose from 4.36% to 5.04%.
The New Zealand dollar rose in July but fell sharply in September. It ended the quarter lower against both the US and Australian dollars.
What this means
- Businesses: Higher fuel costs and interest rates are making it more expensive to run a business. Household spending also remains weak. Businesses can respond by watching costs and debt closely and planning ahead.
- Consumers: Higher petrol prices and mortgage rates may put more pressure on household budgets. However, savers can now earn more from cash and term deposits.
- Investors: Results varied widely this quarter. Large US technology companies, energy companies and some Asian markets did well, while smaller companies, listed property and bonds fell. Although falling bond prices are unwelcome in the short term, higher yields mean bonds now offer more income and may deliver better returns over time. Diversifying your investments across regions and investment types can help manage long-term risk.
Looking ahead
Energy prices and developments in the Middle East are likely to keep affecting markets. Inflation pressures have increased, and central banks have said they may need to raise interest rates again. Markets expect the RBNZ to raise the OCR again by December. Company profits remain strong, which continues to support share markets. This quarter showed how quickly market conditions can change. Staying focused on long-term goals is still one of the best ways to support investment success.
Things you should know.
1 Brent Crude Oil Futures contract traded at USD 103.49 per barrel at quarter-end.
2 Solactive GBS Global Markets ex Oceania Large & Mid Cap Index NTR
3 S&P 500 Total Return Index
4 STOXX Europe 600 Price Index
5 TSE EPRA Nareit Developed Index
6 S&P/NZX 50 Index Gross with Imputation
7 S&P/NZX All Eqty Real Estate Invstmnt Trusts (REITs) (IG) Gross with Imputation
8 Bloomberg GlobalAgg Total Return Index Hedged NZD
9 Bloomberg NZBond Composite 0+ Yr Index
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The Westpac KiwiSaver Scheme Fund Chooser and the advice it produces are provided by Westpac New Zealand Limited.
BT Funds Management (NZ) Limited is the scheme provider and issuer, and Westpac New Zealand Limited is a distributor of the Westpac KiwiSaver Scheme and the Westpac Active Series (“Schemes”).
The information above is subject to changes in government policy and law, and changes to the Westpac Schemes from time to time.
Investments made in the Schemes and the Westpac Retirement Plan (“Products”) do not represent bank deposits or other liabilities of Westpac Banking Corporation ABN 33 007 457 141, Westpac New Zealand Limited or other members of the Westpac group of companies. They are subject to investment and other risks, including possible delays in payment of withdrawal amounts in some circumstances, and loss of investment value, including principal invested.
None of BT Funds Management (NZ) Limited (as manager), any member of the Westpac group of companies, The New Zealand Guardian Trust Company Limited (as supervisor), or any director or nominee of any of those entities, or any other person guarantees the Products’ performance, returns or repayment of capital.
You can get a copy of the Westpac KiwiSaver Scheme Product Disclosure Statement here or the Westpac Active Series Product Disclosure Statement here or by contacting any Westpac branch or call 0508 972 254 or from overseas +64 9 375 9978 (international toll charges apply).