Australian super fund leaders have flagged AI as a major force reshaping the global economy and investment landscape, stressing the importance of responsible use and long-term thinking to harness its full potential.

The era of “US exceptionalism” may be drawing to a close, with widespread implications for global markets, currencies, and interest rates, but the message from the super sector is funds remain well-positioned to weather the volatility.

The Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA) has warned that significant liquidity pressures could arise in the superannuation sector if multiple risks materialise at once, potentially amplifying shocks in the financial system.

UniSuper’s investment strategy in decarbonisation remains firmly rooted in economic viability rather than political shifts, according to its chief investment officer.

The $91 billion fund has doubled down on its data security, alongside enhancing its investment strategy, with two key appointments.

In what is being called a co-ordinated cyber attack, a number of Australia’s largest superannuation funds have suffered a breach with thousands of user accounts compromised.

Donald Trump’s tariff blitz has shaken global markets, fuelling uncertainty over trade retaliation, recession, and economic fallout, while Australia, though bruised, escapes relatively unscathed.

Shadow treasurer Angus Taylor has vowed to slash red tape and introduce a suite of financial services reforms aimed at transforming Australia into a leading financial hub.

Deglobalisation is emerging as a major driver of infrastructure debt opportunities as regions onshore vital industries, a superannuation fund-owned manager has said.

Australian superannuation funds are grappling with heightened global instability, as US policy shifts create a volatile backdrop for investment strategies.