Super funds rise as global markets gain ground
Australian super funds have posted early gains in FY26, driven by strong share market performance and resilient long-term returns.
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Adrian Suljanovic
Treasurer confirms super performance test review, rules out abolition
Following the roundtable, the Treasurer said the government plans to review the superannuation performance test, stressing that the review does not signal its abolition.
APRA turns up scrutiny on superannuation in 2025–26 corporate plan
The Australian Prudential Regulation Authority (APRA) has placed superannuation front and centre in its 2025–26 corporate plan, signalling a period of intensified scrutiny over fund expenditure, governance and member outcomes.
ART takes substantial stake in Tabcorp
Australian Retirement Trust (ART) has become a substantial shareholder in Tabcorp, taking a stake of just over 5 per cent in the gaming and wagering company.
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Adrian Suljanovic
AustralianSuper calls for policy certainty to boost local investment
AustralianSuper CEO Paul Schroder has said the fund will stay globally diversified but could tip more money into Australia if governments speed up decisions and provide clearer, long-term settings – warning any mandated local investment quota would be “a disaster”.
SMC calls for regulatory streamlining in super sector
The Super Members Council (SMC) has called for streamlined super reporting to cut costs, boost investment flows, and strengthen retirement outcomes.
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Adrian Suljanovic
Investors urged to look past politics as US slowdown seen as temporary
Challenger’s chief economist expects the US economy will see a prolonged recovery with President Donald Trump’s policies unlikely to have a lasting effect on equities and investments.
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AustralianSuper doubles down on unlisted assets despite lag
AustralianSuper’s reliance on unlisted assets dragged on performance over the past year, as the rally in listed markets left funds more heavily weighted to equities outperforming their peers.
IFM pushes for reforms to unlock super fund capital
IFM Investors has urged for government-industry collaboration to accelerate projects, unlock capital, and deliver long-term returns for Australians.
AUTHOR
Adrian Suljanovic
ART announces chair departure
The super fund has confirmed its chair Andrew Fraser plans to retire at its upcoming annual member meeting in November.
AUTHOR
Adrian Suljanovic
