Changes proposed by the Cooper Review mean super funds will need to configure back-office systems in order to accommodate MySuper and reduce cost and complexity to members, according to Bravura Solutions.
Offering a low-cost option means funds will want a low-cost operation to manage it, putting the focus on streamlining systems and shaving unnecessary costs, according to Darren Stevens, Bravura Solutions’ global head of product — wealth management.
“Electronic processes, real-time processing and straight through processing are going to move to the top of the list of priorities for super system selection,” he said.
“Providers are going to want flexible software solutions and will need to move quickly to take these new products to market.”
The Your Future, Your Super scheme and RG 97 may be directing capital away from more productive uses and discouraging active investment strategies, says the independent MP.
SuperRatings has shared the top 10 balanced options of the last financial year.
Rest Super remains “fully committed” to equities, even as it anticipates higher market volatility than experienced in previous decades.
Australian superannuation funds have again generated strong returns for FY25, with the median growth fund returning 10.5 per cent for the year, according to Chant West.