31 January 2026
Australian Ethical is one of Australia's leading ethical fund managers. By investing responsibly in well-managed ethical companies, we deliver competitive financial performance to our clients and positive change to society and the environment. Since our inception in 1986, our Ethical Charter has guided all investment decisions and underpinned our business practices. Every year 10 per cent of our profits* are distributed to charitable organisations and social impact initiatives through The Australian Ethical Foundation.
To provide investors with a balance between capital growth and a moderate level of income through a diversified portfolio of assets that meet our Ethical Criteria. The Retail Fund aims to achieve returns 3.00% above inflation after management costs over a 10 year period. The Wholesale Fund aims to achieve returns 3.50% above inflation after management costs over a 10 year period.
The opportunity to invest in a diversified portfolio of asset types and markets to reduce the volatility of returns. Asset classes include, but are not limited to, Australian and international shares, property and fixed income securities.
| 1m | 3m | 6m | 1y | 3y | 5y | 10y | Since inception | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fund | -1.1% | -1.8% | 0.2% | 3.5% | 7.8% | 5.6% | 6.6% | 6.7% |
| Benchmark | 0.3% | -0.3% | 2.8% | 6.5% | 9.4% | 7.9% | 7.9% | 7.5% |
| CY 2025 | CY 2024 | CY 2023 | CY 2022 | CY 2021 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fund | 6.7% | 11.6% | 10.0% | -10.3% | 13.2% |
| Benchmark | 9.3% | 11.1% | 10.9% | -4.8% | 13.4% |
Portfolio diversification: Diversify your portfolio by investing in companies and sectors not well covered by other fund managers and brokers.
Help build a better world: Invest in the new, low‐carbon economy, fund medical and technology breakthroughs, efficient transport and more.
Promote human rights: We strive to avoid any investment in companies involved in the poor treatment of asylum seekers or the exploitation of workers through poor working conditions.