Top KiwiSaver Fund Performance: December Quarter 2025

  • KiwiSaver

| 27/03/2026

White wooden blocks arranged in ascending order on a white background, representing growth in the KiwiSaver December 2025 quarter

The latest Morningstar KiwiSaver Survey has been released, offering more captivating insights into the KiwiSaver landscape. Below are the top-performing funds in the Conservative, Balanced, Growth, and Aggressive categories over 1, 3, and 10-year periods.

QuayStreet stood out again this quarter, topping multiple categories – as did Kernel Wealth – while Milford’s strong decade-long track record keeps it among the country’s most consistent performers.

As seen in all previous quarters, non-bank providers lead the charge with consistently high performance.

Conservative

  • 1 year: ASB 7.6%
  • 3 year: QuayStreet 8.1%
  • 10 year: Milford 5.1%

Balanced

  • 1 year: Kernel Wealth 11%
  • 3 year: QuayStreet 15%
  • 10 year: Milford 8.2%

Growth

  • 1 year: Westpac 12.8%
  • 3 year: QuayStreet 16.4%
  • 10 year: Milford 10.2%

Aggressive

  • 1 year: Kernel Wealth 15.2%
  • 3 year: Kernel Wealth 19.2%
  • 10 year: Booster 10.5%

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This article is for informational purposes only and should not be considered financial advice. It is always recommended to consult with a qualified financial professional before making any financial decisions based on your individual circumstances. As with any investment, past performance is no guarantee of future results.

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