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Milford Conservative Fund

The Milford Conservative Fund is designed for investors seeking stable returns with a focus on preserving capital. This fund primarily invests in a diversified mix of income assets, including fixed interest securities and cash, while maintaining a smaller allocation to growth assets like equities and property. The conservative approach aims to reduce volatility and provide steady income, making it suitable for individuals with a lower risk tolerance or those nearing retirement. The fund is actively managed by Milford's experienced investment team, who employ rigorous research and risk management strategies to optimize returns and safeguard investors' capital.

Performance-wise, the Milford Conservative Fund has demonstrated a consistent track record of delivering positive returns, even in fluctuating market conditions. The fund's conservative asset allocation helps mitigate risks associated with market downturns, ensuring more stable performance over time. Additionally, the fund benefits from Milford's active management approach, which involves continuously monitoring and adjusting the investment portfolio to respond to market changes and seize emerging opportunities. This combination of stability and proactive management makes the Milford Conservative Fund a reliable choice for conservative investors seeking gradual wealth accumulation and capital preservation.

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Fund Summary

1 Year Return 7.40%
5 Year Return 3.20%
Risk Rating
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Fund Fees 0.85%

About Conservative Funds

If you plan to buy your first home soon, a conservative KiwiSaver fund is good because it keeps your money safe. It puts your savings in places like cash and bonds, so it doesn’t go up and down a lot.

Conservative Funds Returns

Fund 12 Month Returns 3 Year Returns 5 Year Returns
Generate Conservative Fund 7.40% Fund inception 2022 Fund inception 2022
Pathfinder Conservative Fund 8.30% 2.80% 4.20%
Milford Conservative Fund 7.40% 1.90% 3.20%
NZ Funds Income Strategy Fund 9.40% 2.81% 2.64%

Please Note

Past performance is not necessarily an indicator of future performance and return periods may differ.

Returns are after fees and before taxes.

Performance numbers supplied directly from the providers rather than calculated independently by Savvy Saver.

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