Invest in the world’s infrastructure – the Smart way
From energy and transport to digital networks and water systems, global infrastructure is being reshaped by powerful, long-term forces:
Energy transition – the shift to renewables, electrification and grid modernisation.
Digitisation – explosive growth in data usage is driving demand for fibre networks, towers and data centres.
Urbanisation and demographics – changes in the way we live and work, a growing global population needs more housing, transport and essential services.
While traditional assets like utilities and transport remain critical, modern infrastructure also includes communications, pipelines and digital connectivity.1
Previously, access to global infrastructure was limited to government, large institutional investors or direct investment. The Smart Global Infrastructure ETF makes it accessible for everyday investors, and with small amounts.
Global infrastructure’s role in your portfolio
Infrastructure is often viewed as a defensive and income-generating asset class with the potential for long-term growth. Infrastructure exhibits relatively lower correlation with other asset classes, allowing investors to diversify sources of return and risk in their portfolios.2
The Smart Global Infrastructure ETF is 100% NZD-hedged, helping manage currency risk for local investors. From an investment perspective, currency hedging aims to remove some or all of the foreign currency risk implicit in owning international assets. This limits the impact of foreign exchange rate movements on investment performance.
ETFs offer investors a cost-effective, diversified and transparent way to gain exposure to a broad range of assets, while also simplifying the process. The Smart Global Infrastructure ETF provides investors with exposure to the listed companies across energy, transport, communications, ultilities, digital infrastructure – in one fund and in New Zealand dollars.
2. Infrastructure ETF and Real Estate ETF | iShares - BlackRock
Consider the risks
In preparing this information, Smart did not take into account the investment objectives, financial situation or particular needs of any particular person.
Before making any investment decision, we recommend consulting a financial advice provider to ensure it aligns with your investment goals and risk tolerance.
You should also read the Product Disclosure Statement (PDS) to understand the risks involved.
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