Compare local and global ETFs by sector, fees, and dividends — powered by Dividends.co.nz
Exchange Traded Funds (ETFs) offer a simple, low-fee way for Kiwi investors to build a globally diversified portfolio. Whether you're looking for consistent dividend income or long-term capital growth, ETFs let you access entire sectors, regions, or themes with a single trade.
Popular ETF providers in NZ include Smartshares, Kernel, and InvestNow. Many global ETFs like SPY, QQQ, and gold ETFs are also accessible via platforms like Interactive Brokers and Hatch.
Access global markets and growth opportunities
Typically lower costs than managed funds
Spread risk across multiple investments
Buy and sell during market hours
From local dividend ETFs to global growth funds, here are the top choices for Kiwi portfolios
NZD
Focuses on high-dividend NZ companies
Yield
5.3%
MER
0.54%
1Y Return
8.2%
Platform
InvestNow
KGH
Low-cost global diversification
Yield
2.1%
MER
0.25%
1Y Return
10.5%
Platform
Kernel
SPY
Tracks the S&P 500 index
Yield
1.8%
MER
0.09%
1Y Return
12.3%
Platform
Hatch/IB
GLD
Physical gold exposure
Yield
0.0%
MER
0.40%
1Y Return
4.1%
Platform
Hatch/IB
JEPI
Income-focused US equity ETF
Yield
7.2%
MER
0.35%
1Y Return
6.8%
Platform
Hatch/IB
QQQ
Nasdaq-100 technology focus
Yield
0.7%
MER
0.20%
1Y Return
15.2%
Platform
Hatch/IB